COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR WATER-RESISTANT GYPSUM FIBER PRODUCTS.

摘要

A water-resistant gypsum fiber product comprising siloxane and coated with a coating comprising alkali metal organosiliconate is provided. A method of making a gypsum fiber product in which siloxane is cross-linked at the surface of the product is also provided. A fuel-efficient method for making the product and reducing the amount of siloxane dust released is provided as well.