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FILE NAME: US Gypsum (USG) DATE: September 5, 1973 DOC#: USG123 DOCUMENT DESCRIPTION: 1973 Press Release on introduction of non asbestos texturing materials IBLIC R ELA T IO N S D E P A R T M EN T # TU FH O N : 321-3838 M UNITED STATES GYPSUM COMPANY 101 S.WACKEH DR., CHICAGO, ILL 80806 P.R. No. USG 73-49 FOR GENERAL RELEASE U.S.G. INTRODUCES NON-ASBESTOS TEXTURING MATERIALS ON WEST COAST Non-asbestos texturing materials for both walls and ceilings have been released in the Western states by United States Gyosum Company. The products, IMPERIAL QT Texture Finish for ceilings and USG Spray Texture for sidewalls, eliminate the health hazards associated with breathing asbestos dust during application work. Use of the products simplifies compliance with OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Act) standards. Both products also are non-casein, eliminating spoilage and loss of material held in mixing tanks. Gone, too, are the odors associated with casein products. Use of this U.S.G. texturing system minimizes discoloration caused by spraying over dissimilar finishes. IMPERIAL QT Finish is formulated for spray application to produce a simulated acoustical ceiling finish in an exceptionally white, coarse texture. The finish has excellent bonding qualities and adheres to gypsum panels, properly cured new or old concrete, plaster or wood. surface defects. its exceptional hide and body conceal minor -more- USG114 Ctal LLOd'J NON-ASBESTOS TEXTURING MATERIALS // ADD ONE USG Spray Texture Finish produces a range of wall finishes from light-orange-peel to heavy fog-and-splatter, with good hide and excellent hardness. For more information on this new non-ashestos texturing system, write United States Gypsum Company, 525 S. Virgil Avenue, Los Angeles, California 90020. - END - For further information, contact: D.E. Shipley Phone 213/388-1171 ENCLOSURE: J-337, J-338 PHOTO ENCLOSED September 5, 1973