J&S Solutions 28, LLC

J&S Solutions 28, LLC Family-owned and operated, J & S Solutions 28 specializes in drywall, plaster, siding, and painting.

Known for reliability and integrity, we serve builders and homeowners across North Central Florida with quality craftsmanship and honest communication.

09/03/2026

🏗️ J&S Solutions 28 | Construction Insights
THE SECRET WEAPON FOR 9-FOOT CEILINGS.

Yesterday we looked at 5/8" fire-rated board. Today, let’s talk about a game-changer for 9-foot walls: 54" Gold Bond® XP® Fire-Shield®.

Standard 4-foot drywall leaves you with an awkward gap on 9-foot ceilings—forcing crews to cut extra strips and add more joints. That extra 6 inches of width changes everything.

Why spec or use 54" board?
-Fewer Seams: Stack two sheets horizontally to hit 108 inches with zero rip pieces.
-Faster Finishing: Less taping and mudding means lower labor costs.
-Fire & Moisture: The same 5/8" Type X fire-rated core, plus mold resistance.
-Cleaner Finish: Fewer seams reduce the risk of telegraphing under paint.

Where might you see it used?
🔥 Fire-rated wall & ceiling assemblies
🏢 Commercial construction
🏠 Garages and areas requiring separation
🔨 Multi-family & residential construction
🧱 Assemblies designed to meet code
Details like sizing dictate how efficient a build turns out.

➡️ Builders, Contractors & Homeowners — got a 9-foot project coming up? Let’s talk.
📍 Serving Central & North Central Florida
📞 352-538-3770
📧 [email protected]
📩 Message us on Facebook or Instagram

Reliable. Professional. Done right.
Installed right. Finished smooth.

09/02/2026

🏗️ J&S Solutions 28 | Construction Insights
NOT ALL DRYWALL IS CREATED EQUAL.

What you’re looking at here is 5/8" XP® Fire-Shield® gypsum board—a board designed for applications where fire resistance, durability, and code requirements matter.

The 5/8" thickness provides a more substantial gypsum panel than standard 1/2" board, making it a common choice for assemblies requiring enhanced fire-resistance performance.

Where might you see it used?

🔥 Fire-rated wall & ceiling assemblies
🏢 Commercial construction
🏠 Garages and areas requiring separation
🔨 Multi-family & residential construction
🧱 Assemblies designed to meet specific building-code requirements
‼️MOLD, MILDEW, and MOISTURE RESISTANT.

One important detail: the board itself isn't what determines the fire rating. The complete wall or ceiling assembly—including framing, fasteners, joint treatment, insulation, and other components—must be installed according to the applicable tested assembly.

At J&S Solutions, we believe the details behind the finished surface matter just as much as what you see.

➡️ Builders, Contractors & Homeowners — have a project coming up? Give us the opportunity to earn your business.

📍 Serving Central & North Central Florida
📞 352-538-3770
📧 [email protected]
📩 Message us here on Facebook or Instagram

Reliable. Professional. Done right.
Installed right. Finished smooth.

08/31/2026

🏗️ J&S Solutions 28 | Construction Insights

WHAT’S BEHIND THE FINISH MATTERS.

Before a smooth plaster finish ever goes on the wall, there’s an important step happening behind the scenes.

These photos show 1/2” Kal-Kore® Lite Plaster Base staged and ready for installation. Unlike standard drywall, Kal-Kore Lite is specifically designed to provide the proper substrate for veneer plaster systems.

That means the installation underneath the finish matters just as much as the finish itself.

✔️ Lightweight and easier to handle
✔️ Designed for veneer plaster applications
✔️ Provides a consistent base for plaster
✔️ Ideal for interior walls and ceilings
✔️ Used in both new construction and renovation

A quality finished wall starts with the right materials and the right installation from the beginning.

The finish gets the attention. The preparation makes the difference.

➡️ Builders, Contractors & Homeowners — planning a residential or commercial project? We’d love the opportunity to earn your business.

📍 Serving Central & North Central Florida
📩 Message us here on Facebook
📞 352-538-3770
📧 [email protected]

Reliable. Professional. Done right.
Installed right. Finished smooth.

08/27/2026

✨⛪ COMMERCIAL PROJECT COMPLETE — STUNNING CRAFTSMANSHIP FROM START TO FINISH.

We’re proud to share the finished results of this beautiful Gainesville church project — and this Level 5 finish is incredible. The smooth, refined look throughout this space is a true reflection of the craftsmanship and attention to detail that went into every phase.

This was a large-scale commercial project completed in phases, requiring flexibility, communication, coordination, and consistency from start to finish.

We coordinated closely with the contractor throughout each phase, aligning our schedule with theirs to keep the project moving forward while maintaining the high standard of workmanship we’re known for.

Now that our work is complete, seeing the finished interior come together is incredibly rewarding. Clean lines. Smooth finishes. Beautiful results.

We’re proud of the work our team delivered on this project and grateful for the opportunity to be part of bringing this beautiful space to completion. 💙

➡️ Builders & General Contractors: Planning a commercial project that requires dependable drywall, taping, and finishing crews? We’d love to partner with you.

📍 Serving Central & North Central Florida
📞 352-538-3770
📧 [email protected]
📩 Message us here on Facebook

Reliable. Professional. Done right.
Installed right. Finished smooth.

🏗️ J&S Solutions 28 | Construction InsightsIT LOOKS LIKE DRYWALL. BUT IT ISN’T.Meet 1/2” Kal-Kore® Lite Plaster Base.Des...
08/20/2026

🏗️ J&S Solutions 28 | Construction Insights

IT LOOKS LIKE DRYWALL. BUT IT ISN’T.

Meet 1/2” Kal-Kore® Lite Plaster Base.

Designed specifically as a plaster base, Kal-Kore Lite provides a strong, uniform surface for veneer plaster systems. Its lightweight design makes handling and installation easier while providing the consistent substrate needed for a quality finished plaster surface.

Where is it commonly used?

🏠 Interior walls & ceilings
🧱 Veneer plaster systems
🏢 Residential & commercial interiors
🔨 Renovation & new construction
✨ Projects requiring a smooth, durable plaster finish

The finished surface may be what you see, but what goes behind it matters.

➡️ Builders, Contractors & Homeowners — planning a residential or commercial project? We’d love the opportunity to earn your business.

📍 Serving Central & North Central Florida
📩 Message us here on Facebook
📞 352-538-3770
📧 [email protected]

Reliable. Professional. Done right.
Installed right. Finished smooth.

08/18/2026

🏡 MELROSE, FL — DRYWALL GOING IN. PLASTER COMING NEXT. 🏡

Another project is moving forward in Melrose!

Our crew is hanging drywall throughout this home and getting everything ready for the next phase.

Up next, plaster.

From drywall hanging to plaster and finishing, our crew takes pride in doing the job right from start to finish.

➡️ Builders, Contractors & Homeowners — looking for an experienced drywall and plaster crew for your next residential or commercial project? We’d love the opportunity to earn your business.

📍 Serving Central & North Central Florida
📩 Message us here on Facebook
📞 352-538-3770
📧 [email protected]

Reliable. Professional. Done right.
Installed right. Finished smooth.

🏗️ J&S Solutions 28 | Construction InsightsIT LOOKS LIKE DRYWALL. BUT IT ISN’T.Meet PermaBASE® Cement Board.Built for du...
08/12/2026

🏗️ J&S Solutions 28 | Construction Insights

IT LOOKS LIKE DRYWALL. BUT IT ISN’T.

Meet PermaBASE® Cement Board.

Built for durability and moisture-prone areas, cement board provides a strong, stable surface where standard drywall may not be the right choice.

Where is it commonly used?

🚿 Showers & tub surrounds
🛁 Bathrooms
🍽️ Kitchen backsplashes
🧺 Laundry & utility areas
🏠 Select exterior applications

It’s often used as a substrate for tile and other finishes where moisture resistance and added durability matter.

The finished surface may be what you see, but what goes behind it matters.

➡️ Builders, Contractors & Homeowners — planning a residential or commercial project? We’d love the opportunity to earn your business.

📍 Serving Central & North Central Florida
📩 Message us here on Facebook
📞 352-538-3770
📧 [email protected]

Reliable. Professional. Done right.
Installed right. Finished smooth.

08/10/2026

🏗️ MONDAY PROGRESS | DRYWALL UP. TAPED. READY FOR THE NEXT PHASE. 🏗️

A lot can change in a few days.

The drywall is installed, the joints are taped, and this project is ready to move into the finishing stage.

What started as open framing is quickly taking shape as a finished interior.

✓ Drywall installed
✓ Joints taped
✓ Finishing starts next

Good progress starts with a crew that shows up and keeps the job moving.

➡️ Builders, Contractors & Homeowners — planning a residential or commercial project? We’d love the opportunity to earn your business.

📍 Serving Central & North Central Florida
📩 Message us here on Facebook
📞 352-538-3770
📧 [email protected]

Reliable. Professional. Done right.
Installed right. Finished smooth.

08/08/2026

🏗️ **SATURDAY SHIFT. DRYWALL IS GOING UP.** 🏗️

🔊 Sound on. That’s the sound of a busy jobsite.

We don’t work every weekend, but when a project needs us, our team shows up and gets it done.

Boards are going up, walls are taking shape, and this project is moving forward.

Today: drywall installation.
Next: taping, finishing, and a completely different look.

👀 Follow along as we share the progress from open framing to finished walls.

➡️ Builders, Contractors & Homeowners — planning a residential or commercial project? We’d love the opportunity to earn your business.

📍 Serving Central & North Central Florida
📩 Message us here on Facebook
📞 352-538-3770
📧 [email protected]

Reliable. Professional. Done right.
Installed right. Finished smooth.

Address

205
Gainesville, FL
32607

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm

Telephone

+13525383770

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