Purple Bathroom Board

Gold Bond - 8 ft. x 4 ft. x 1/2 in.

XP Regular Gypsum Board. Find PURPLE XP Bathrooms drywall panels at Lowe's today. Shop drywall panels and a variety of building supplies products online at Lowes.com.

Traditional green drywall (also known as greenboard) is only moisture-resistant. PURPLE drywall, manufactured only by Gold Bond Building Products, is superior because it offers moisture, mold and mildew resistance. In addition, many PURPLE drywall products offer added benefits, including resistance to scratches, scuffs, dents and noise.

PURPLE® XP® is a specially treated, mold- and fire-resistant paper-faced gypsum board that provides Xtra Protection (XP) against mold and mildew compared to standard gypsum board. The XP gypsum core is encased in heavy, mold-, mildew- and moisture-resistant, 100% recycled PURPLE paper on the face. In addition, most PURPLE drywall products also stand up to scratches, scuffs, dents and noise.

Purple drywall sits between green board and cement board, offering a balance of protection and ease of use. Green board, the traditional choice for bathrooms, is moisture-resistant due to its waxed, water. Choosing between purple board and plywood? Learn which material is better for bath and shower walls and how to avoid mold and moisture damage.

Greenboard, purple board, and cement board are moisture-rated wall materials used in bathrooms. Each has different moisture tolerance, installation needs, and finish options, which affects where you should use them. For a practical DIY approach, start with what the product label and manufacturer instructions say about moisture exposure and prep.

Purple board is the better option for moisture and mold resistance. Its moisture-resistant core combined with mold-inhibiting additives make it ideal for high-humidity areas such as bathrooms, basements, and laundry rooms. While green board can handle light moisture, it lacks the advanced protection necessary for frequent or prolonged dampness.

Shop Gold Bond 1/2-in x 4-ft x 8-ft PURPLE XP Mold Resistant Moisture Resistant Regular Drywall Panel in the Drywall Panels department at Lowe's.com. Gold Bond® XP® Gypsum Board was designed to provide extra protection against mold and mildew compared to standard drywall products. The face paper is folded.

PURPLE drywall offers moisture, mold and mildew resistance to protect your bathroom from every drip and splash. today.