www.icc-es.

org | (800) 423-6587 | (562) 699-0543 A Subsidiary of the International Code Council ®

ICC-ES Evaluation Report Issued February 2022

ESR-4749 Revised June 2022
This report is subject to renewal February 2023.

DIVISION: 09 00 00—FINISHES component of the overall assembly, has a minimum Sound

Section: 09 29 10—Gypsum Board Accessories Transmission Class (STC) of 50, as required in 2018 IBC
Section 1206.2 (2015 and 2012 IBC Section 1207.2) and
REPORT HOLDER: IRC Section AK102.
4.0 DESIGN AND INSTALLATION
SUREWALLS, LLC
4.1 Design:
EVALUATION SUBJECT:
The SureWalls Drywall System, when installed as
SUREWALLS DRYWALL SYSTEM components of a steel stud wall assembly in accordance
with Section 4.2, has adequate strength to resist the
1.0 EVALUATION SCOPE 5-pounds-per-square-foot (0.24 kN/m2) transverse load
requirement specified in 2018 IBC Section 1607.15 (2015
Compliance with the following codes: and 2012 IBC Section 1607.14). When the SureWalls
 2018, 2015, and 2012 International Building Code® (IBC) Drywall System is installed under the IRC, an engineered
 2018, 2015, and 2012 International Residential Code® design is required in accordance with IRC Section R301.1.3.
(IRC) 4.2 Installation:
Properties evaluated: Installation must be in accordance with the manufacturer’s
 Structural published installation instructions and this report. The
 Surface-Burning Characteristics manufacturer’s published installation instructions must be
available at the jobsite at all times during installation.
 Sound Transmission – Airborne Sound
2.0 USES When installed on steel stud framing spaced at a
maximum of 24 inches (609.6 mm) on-center, the profiles
The SureWalls Drywall System consists of extruded must be fastened to the framing with #8 by 1/2-inch-long
polyvinyl chloride (PVC) profiles that are alternatives to (12.7 mm) Phillips pan head self-drilling screws at an on-
support and finish gypsum wallboard vertical joints and center-spacing of 16 inches (406.4 mm). When installed on
joints at 90-degree inside and outside corners when wood framing spaced at a maximum 24 inches (609.6 mm)
installed on steel stud framing. The SureWalls Drywall on-center, the profiles must be fastened to the framing with
System has met the interior trim requirements in #6 by 1-inch-long (25.4 mm) drywall course GP screws at
accordance with IBC Section 806.7. an on-center-spacing of 16 inches (406.4 mm). Once the
3.0 DESCRIPTION profiles are fastened to the framing, gypsum wallboard
3.1 General: complying with ASTM C1396 must be installed vertically in
accordance with ASTM C840 or GA 216, except where the
The SureWalls Drywall System consists of inside corner profiles cover the vertical gypsum wallboard joints and
(3017), middle seam (3018), and outside corner (3019) inside or outside corners as the profiles are an alternative to
extruded PVC profiles. Each profile comes in lengths up to supporting and treating board joints; the profiles provide a
12 feet (3.66 m). See Figures 1 through 3 for details. snug secured fit for the gypsum wallboards and require no
3.2 Surface-Burning Characteristics: screws to fasten the profiles through the face of the
When tested in accordance with ASTM E84, the SureWalls wallboard. See Figure 4 for details.
Drywall System has a flame-spread index of 25 or less and 4.3 Test Assemblies – Sound Transmission – Airborne
a smoke-developed index of 450 or less (Class A). Sound:
3.3 Sound Transmission – Airborne sound: 4.3.1 Assembly 1: (STC Rating = 53): A description of
When installed as described in Section 4.3, the sound-rated the wall assembly, starting from the exterior side to interior
assembly, incorporating the SureWalls Drywall System as a side, is as follows:

ICC-ES Evaluation Reports are not to be construed as representing aesthetics or any other attributes not specifically addressed, nor are they to be construed
as an endorsement of the subject of the report or a recommendation for its use. There is no warranty by ICC Evaluation Service, LLC, express or implied, as
to any finding or other matter in this report, or as to any product covered by the report.

Copyright © 2022 ICC Evaluation Service, LLC. All rights reserved. Page 1 of 7
ESR-4749 | Most Widely Accepted and Trusted Page 2 of 7

 One layer of 5/8-inch (15.9 mm) thick Type X gypsum  1/

16-inch (1.6 mm) thick mass loaded vinyl strip,
wallboard complying to ASTM C1396. adhered to every other stud under the SureWalls
 3 5/8-inch (92 mm) wide, 25-gage steel studs spaced Drywall System’s profiles.
24 inches (609.6 mm) on-center. Gypsum wallboard  SureWalls Drywall System’s profiles (middle seam
fastened to the steel studs in the field with inside and outside corners), fastened to steel
24 inches (609.6 mm) on-center. studs with #8-18-by-3/4-inch-long (19.1 mm) wafer
head self-drilling screws spaced 24 inches
 3 5/8-inch (92 mm) wide, 25-gage steel track fastened
(609.6 mm) on-center. Profiles hold gypsum
to the top and bottom of steel studs and isolated with
3/ -inch-thick (9.5 mm) Neoprene gasket adhered to wallboard in place without screws at seams.
8
the top and bottom track.  One layer of 5/8-inch (15.9 mm) thick Type X gypsum
 SureWalls Drywall System’s seam profiles (middle wallboard complying to ASTM C1396.
seams with inside and outside corners), fastened to 4.3.3 Assembly 3: (STC Rating = 51): A description of
steel studs with #8-18-by-3/4-inch-long (19.1 mm) the wall assembly, starting from the exterior side to
wafer head self-drilling screws spaced 24 inches interior side, is as follows:
(609.6 mm) on-center. Profiles hold gypsum
wallboard in place without screws at seams.  One layer of 5/8-inch (15.9 mm) thick Type X gypsum
wallboard complying to ASTM C1396.
 1/
8-inch (3.2 mm) thick mass loaded vinyl strip,
adhered to every other stud where the SureWalls  Nominal 2 by 4 wood studs spaced 24 inches
Drywall Systems’ profiles were not used. (609.6 mm) on center, fastened to single 2-by-4 top
and bottom plates with wood screws.
 R-13 unfaced Fiberglass insulation, 3 1/2-inch thick
(88.9 mm) installed between steel stud cavities.  SureWalls Drywall System’s seam profiles (middle
seams with inside and outside corners), fastened to
 1/
8-inch (3.2 mm) thick mass loaded vinyl strip,
wood studs with #6 by 1-inch-long (25.4 mm) drywall
adhered to every other steel stud where the course GP screws spaced 16 inches (609.6 mm) on-
SureWalls Drywall Systems’ profiles were not used. center. Profiles hold gypsum wallboard in place
 SureWalls Drywall System’s seam profiles (middle without screws at seams. Gypsum wallboard
seams with inside and outside corners), fastened to fastened to the wood studs in the field #6 by 1-inch-
steel studs with #8-18-by-3/4-inch-long (19.1 mm) long (25.4 mm) drywall course GP screws spaced
wafer head self-drilling screws spaced 24 inches 24 inches (609.6 mm) on-center.
(609.6 mm) on-center. Profiles hold gypsum
wallboard in place without screws at seams.
 R-13 unfaced Fiberglass insulation, 31/2-inch thick
(88.9 mm) installed between wood stud cavities.
 One layer of 5/8-inch (15.9 mm) thick Type X gypsum
wallboard complying to ASTM C1396.  SureWalls Drywall System’s seam profiles (middle
seams with inside and outside corners), fastened to
4.3.2 Assembly 2: (STC Rating = 53): A description of wood studs with #6 by 1-inch-long (25.4 mm) drywall
the wall assembly, starting from the exterior side to interior course GP screws spaced 16 inches (609.6 mm) on-
side, is as follows: center. Profiles hold gypsum wallboard in place
 One layer of 5/8-inch (15.9 mm) thick Type X gypsum without screws at seams. Gypsum wallboard
wallboard complying to ASTM C1396. fastened to the wood studs in the field with #6 by
1-inch-long (25.4mm) drywall course GP screws
 35/8-inch (92 mm) wide, 25-gage steel studs spaced spaced 24 inches (609.6 mm) on-center.
24 inches (609.6 mm) on-center. Gypsum wallboard
fastened to the steel studs in the field 24 inches  One layer of 5/8-inch (15.9 mm) thick Type X gypsum
(609.6 mm) on-center. wallboard complying to ASTM C1396.
 3 5/8-inch (92 mm) wide, 25-gage steel track fastened 5.0 CONDITIONS OF USE
to the top and bottom of steel studs and isolated with The SureWalls Drywall System described in this report
3/ -inch-thick (9.5 mm) Neoprene gasket adhered to
8 complies with, or is a suitable alternative to what is specified
the top and bottom track. in, those codes listed in Section 1.0 of this report, subject to
the following conditions:
 SureWalls Drywall System’s seam profiles (middle
seams with inside and outside corners), fastened to 5.1 Installation of the SureWalls Drywall System must be
steel studs with #8-18-by-3/4-inch long (19.1 mm) in accordance with this report and the manufacturer’s
wafer head self-drilling screws spaced 24 inches printed installation instructions. In the event of a
(609.6 mm) on-center. Profiles hold gypsum conflict between this report and the manufacturer’s
wallboard in place without screws at seams. printed installation instructions, the more restrictive
requirement governs.
 1/
16-inch (1.6 mm) thick mass loaded vinyl strip,
5.2 The SureWalls Drywall System must be limited to
adhered to every other stud under the SureWalls
interior use only.
Drywall System’s profiles.
5.3 Wall construction not specifically mentioned in the
 1/
8-inch
(3.2 mm) thick mass loaded vinyl strip, evaluation report shall conform to IBC Chapters 23
adhered to every other stud where the SureWalls and 25 and IRC Chapters 6 and 7, as applicable.
Drywall Systems’ profiles were not used.
5.4 Use of SureWalls Drywall System in horizontal ceiling
 31/2-inch-thick (88.9 mm) Thermafiber® unfaced diaphragms assemblies as described in 2018 IBC
insulation installed between steel stud cavities. Section 2508.6 (2015 and 2012 IBC Section 2508.5,
 1/ -inch (3.2 mm) thick mass loaded vinyl strip, as applicable) is outside the scope of this report.
8
adhered to every other steel stud where the 5.5 Use of SureWalls Drywall System in braced wall panel
SureWalls Drywall Systems’ profiles were not used. locations, as described in 2018 and 2015 IBC Section
ESR-4749 | Most Widely Accepted and Trusted Page 3 of 7

2308.6 (2012 IBC Section 2308.9) and IRC Section 7.0 IDENTIFICATION
R602.10, is not permitted.
7.1 Product labeling shall include, the name of the report
5.6 Use of SureWalls Drywall System with fire-resistance- holder or listee, and the ICC-ES mark of conformity.
rated construction is outside the scope of this report. The evaluation report number (ICC-ES ESR-4749)
may be used in lieu of the mark of conformity.
5.7 The SureWalls Drywall System is manufactured under
a quality control program with inspections by ICC-ES. 7.2 The report holder’s contact information is the following:
6.0 EVIDENCE SUBMITTED SUREWALLS, LLC
339 WOODS POINT ROAD
6.1 Data in accordance with the ICC-ES Acceptance
OSPREY, FLORIDA 34229
Criteria for Alternative Gypsum Board Supports
(443) 994-1315
(AGBSs) (AC271), dated October 2009 (editorially
revised April 2018).
6.2 Reports containing results of testing performed in
accordance with ASTM E90.

FIGURE 1 – SUREWALLS DRYWALL SYSTEM—INSIDE CORNER PROFILE (3017)

FIGURE 2 – SUREWALLS DRYWALL SYSTEM—MIDDLE SEAM PROFILE (3018)

ESR-4749 | Most Widely Accepted and Trusted Page 4 of 7

FIGURE 3 – SUREWALLS DRYWALL SYSTEM—OUTSIDE CORNER PROFILE (3019)

STEP 1
ESR-4749 | Most Widely Accepted and Trusted Page 5 of 7

STEP 2

FIGURE 4 – SUREWALLS DRYWALL SYSTEM—PROFILE INSTALLATION

STEP 3
ESR-4749 | Most Widely Accepted and Trusted Page 6 of 7

STEP 4

FIGURE 4 – SUREWALLS DRYWALL SYSTEM—PROFILE INSTALLATION (cont.)

ICC-ES Evaluation Report ESR-4749 FBC Supplement
Issued February 2022
Revised June 2022
This report is subject to renewal February 2023.

www.icc-es.org | (800) 423-6587 | (562) 699-0543 A Subsidiary of the International Code Council ®

DIVISION: 09 00 00—FINISHES
Section: 09 29 10—Gypsum Board Accessories

REPORT HOLDER:

SUREWALLS, LLC

EVALUATION SUBJECT:

SUREWALLS DRYWALL SYSTEM

1.0 REPORT PURPOSE AND SCOPE

Purpose:
The purpose of this evaluation report supplement is to indicate that the SureWalls Drywall System, described in ICC-ES
evaluation report ESR-4749, has also been evaluated for compliance with the codes noted below.
Applicable code editions:
 2020 Florida Building Code—Building
 2020 Florida Building Code—Residential
2.0 CONCLUSIONS
The SureWalls Drywall System, described in Sections 2.0 through 7.0 of ICC-ES evaluation report ESR-4749, complies with
the Florida Building Code—Building and the Florida Building Code—Residential. The design requirements must be determined
in accordance with the Florida Building Code—Building or the Florida Building Code—Residential, as applicable. The
installation requirements noted in ICC-ES evaluation report ESR-4749 for the 2018 International Building Code® meet the
requirements of the Florida Building Code—Building or the Florida Building Code—Residential, as applicable.
Use of the SureWalls Drywall System for compliance with the High-Velocity Hurricane Zone provisions of the Florida Building
Code—Building or the Florida Building Code—Residential has not been evaluated, and is outside the scope of this
supplemental report.
For products falling under Florida Rule 61G20-3, verification that the report holder’s quality assurance program is audited by
a quality assurance entity approved by the Florida Building Commission for the type of inspections being conducted is the
responsibility of an approved validation entity (or the code official when the report holder does not possess an approval by the
Commission).
This supplement expires concurrently with the evaluation report, issued February 2022 and revised June 2022.

ICC-ES Evaluation Reports are not to be construed as representing aesthetics or any other attributes not specifically addressed, nor are they to be construed
as an endorsement of the subject of the report or a recommendation for its use. There is no warranty by ICC Evaluation Service, LLC, express or implied, as
to any finding or other matter in this report, or as to any product covered by the report.
Copyright © 2022 ICC Evaluation Service, LLC. All rights reserved. Page 7 of 7