🌿 A Truly Green Building Material
In an industry where "eco-friendly" is often just a marketing claim, MGO board stands apart with genuinely measurable environmental credentials. MagSheathing™ is committed to supplying a product that is good for buildings, good for the people inside them, and good for the planet.
Natural Raw Materials
The primary ingredient in MagSheathing™ boards is magnesium oxide (MgO), derived from magnesite ore — one of the most abundant minerals on Earth. Unlike Portland cement (used in cement board), magnesium oxide production releases significantly less CO₂ and requires less energy to process. The magnesium chloride binder is a naturally occurring salt compound, often sourced as a byproduct of other industrial processes — reducing waste.
No Harmful Chemicals
MagSheathing™ contains:
- No formaldehyde — unlike OSB and many composite wood products
- No fly ash — a coal combustion byproduct used in some competing products
- No crystalline silica — a known carcinogen present in cement products
- No VOCs (volatile organic compounds) — contributing to better indoor air quality
- No asbestos — ever
This makes MagSheathing™ safe to install, safe to live with, and safe to dispose of.
Low-Energy Manufacturing
The manufacturing process for MGO board uses significantly less energy than equivalent volumes of Portland cement, gypsum wallboard, or oriented strand board. Lower energy input means a smaller carbon footprint per unit of building material — a meaningful difference when you consider the volumes used in construction projects.
♻️ 100% Recyclable
At the end of a building's life, MagSheathing™ panels can be fully recycled. The magnesium compounds can be reclaimed and repurposed, diverting construction waste from landfill. This is a stark contrast to OSB (which contains resins that complicate recycling) and drywall (which, when contaminated with moisture or mold, often ends up in landfill).
Long Service Life = Less Waste
Sustainability isn't just about what goes in — it's about how long materials last. Because MagSheathing™ doesn't rot, warp, delaminate, or deteriorate with moisture or pest exposure, buildings constructed with it require fewer repairs and replacements over their lifetime. Durable materials are inherently sustainable materials.
Supporting Green Building Standards
MagSheathing™ supports certification under green building frameworks including LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and similar programs. Architects and developers seeking to earn sustainability credits will find MGO board a strong contributor to their environmental goals.