Performance Criteria: Humidity Resistance

Prevent sag and speed the construction process with humidity-resistant ceiling systems.

Armstrong HumiGuardTM Ceilings:

- Can be installed before buildings are enclosed
- Minimize replacement of sagging ceilings
- Stay flat, even where HVAC systems are cycled
- Contribute to indoor air quality by inhibiting mold and mildew growth on the ceiling's painted surfaces  

Humidity-resistant products like Armstrong HumiGuard ceilings and hot dipped galvanized grid add value during and after the construction process.  Their performance enables contractors to install the ceiling before the building is enclosed and minimizes ceiling replacement after construction for longer term, sustainable design.

Additionally, HumiGuard ceilings aren't negatively affected by intermittent or seasonal facility use, where HVAC may be shut down for extended time frames.  Most mineral fiber HumiGuard ceilings are treated with BioBlockTM paint containing a special fungicide that inhibits or retards the growth of mold or mildew on their painted surfaces. 

Virtually all other Armstrong acoustical panels provide acceptable humidity resistance for most conventional commercial building applications: the building is closed in; HVAC systems are functioning on an ongoing basis. 

HumiGuard Max (RH100)
Resistance to 100% humidity and standing water, such as indoor pools and outdoor applications.  Armstrong Fine Fissured Ceramaguard meets this standard.
HumiGuard Plus (RH99)
Formulated to withstand conditions with temperatures up to 49C and relative humidity up to 99%.

This category of Armstrong ceilings provides validated performance required for all high humidity applications - just short of standing water, direct contact with water or exteriors.  These products can be installed earlier in the construction process (before the building is enclosed), wherever HVAC systems might be shut down, or in all high humidity applications other than out doors or where subjected to standing water.

  Standard
Provides acceptable humidity resistance for most conventional commercial building applications: the building is closed in; HVAC systems are functioning on an ongoing basis. Sag not a concern.
For more information, see:
Prevent Sag: Speed the Construction Process: With Humidity-Resistant Ceiling Systems.

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