temporary walls

If you’ve ever run a renovation in an occupied space, you’ve probably thrown up temporary drywall to split work from “business as usual.” It’s familiar. It’s also single-use, labor-hungry, and—once the dust settles—headed straight for the dumpster.

Temporary drywall is a familiar choice for jobsite barriers—but it’s rarely the most efficient. It’s slow to install, labor-intensive, and ends up in the dumpster after one use. If your project demands speed, sustainability, or frequent reconfiguration, there’s a better way. In this article, we’ll compare traditional temporary drywall with reusable wall systems, answering five… Read more »

When separating spaces in a construction project, the traditional go-to is the demising wall—a structural feature that defines tenant boundaries and satisfies code. But what happens when you need flexibility, speed, or a clean separation that doesn’t need to last forever? Enter: reusable temporary wall systems. In this article, we’ll break down how STARC’s modular,… Read more »

Construction trends are evolving fast. With tighter budgets, shorter timelines, and fewer skilled workers, the industry is under pressure to build smarter. Contractors are turning to innovative temporary wall systems to improve jobsite efficiency, reduce waste, and stay competitive in a changing market. Once treated as disposable or last-minute additions, temporary walls are now part… Read more »

In an industry where speed and budget still dominate decision-making, sustainability has often been treated like a luxury—something to worry about later, or not at all. But with mounting pressure from regulators, investors, and tenants, that mindset is changing. Fast. The Hidden Cost of ‘Business as Usual‘ Consider this: the U.S. generates over 600 million… Read more »

STARC’s impact to date? Over 160,000 cubic yards of single-use drywall waste saved… and counting The construction industry is facing a reckoning: outdated building practices are trashing the planet—literally. But there’s a better way. Temporary wall systems are quietly leading a sustainability revolution, helping AEC pros build smarter, cleaner, and greener.

📘 Now Available | Keeping Up With ASHE ICRA 2.0™ Adoption – Download your free copy By Dr. Janet Haas, PhD, RN, CIC, FSHEA, FAPIC The Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) for healthcare construction first appeared in the 1996-97 FGI Guidelines, recognizing the risks that renovation and construction pose to patient safety. Ironically, while healthcare… Read more »

For decades, drywall has been the go-to solution for temporary construction walls. But in an industry that demands flexibility, efficiency, and sustainability, drywall is starting to show its age. Enter reusable wall systems—the modern answer to the growing challenges of dust, debris, and noise containment. More than just a better alternative, these systems represent a… Read more »

Renovations can be disruptive—noise, dust, delays—it’s enough to frustrate contractors, building occupants, and budgets alike. But what if there was a faster, cleaner, and more profitable way to contain dust and debris on jobsites? Enter high-quality temporary wall systems. Beyond containing dust and noise, these reusable temporary construction walls are improving jobsite efficiency and unlocking… Read more »

When it comes to temporary wall systems, the stakes are higher than aesthetics or cost-efficiency. In specialized environments like healthcare facilities, laboratories, and data centers, the temporary construction walls you choose can significantly impact air quality.