2x2 lumber at Home Depot is now 1.28x1.28. Actual size is supposed to be 1.5

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I dont know why they have to lie about it. At $5/8ft board you'd think I paid for the full 1.5. Edit: I mixed up nominal with actual.

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I just realized that you’re confusing gypsum board with drywall. While they are similar, gypsum board can be used for the loads you’re describing.

Drywall, however, cannot.

I just realized that you’re confusing gypsum board with drywall. While they are similar, gypsum board can be used for the loads you’re describing.

Uhh… what…? They are the exact same product. You’re gonna have to provide a link for this one lmfao.

Are you seriously just going to throw shit at the wall and move every goalpost to try and save face now? Jesus fucking Christ lmfao.

Due to its inherent fire resistance, gypsum board, commonly known as drywall is the premier building material for wall, ceiling, and partition syst…

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I feel like yours still going to make an idiot of yourself after this comment as well.