Nathan Williams
I was looking for an access door made with reinforced materials for a specific building application. This product was a good option to consider and offered the type of solution I needed.
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SKU:GFRG
Karp’s GFRG, glass fiber reinforced gypsum is aesthetically pleasing as it is designed to blend seamlessly into drywall ceiling. Once installed the GFRG door is concealed for a picture perfect appearance with necessary accessibility.

| Door Size H × W (in.) |
Door Size H × W (mm) |
Wall/Ceiling Opening H × W (in.) |
Shipping Wt. (lbs.) |
Shipping Wt. (kg.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 × 9 | 229 × 229 | 15 × 15 | 6 | |
| 12 x 12 | 305 × 305 | 18 × 18 | 9 | |
| 16 x 16 | 406 × 406 | 22 × 22 | 10 | |
| 18 × 18 | 457 × 457 | 24 × 24 | 11 | |
| 24 × 24 | 610 × 610 | 30 × 30 | 16 |
Karp's GFRG Glass Fiber Reinforced Gypsum Access Door provides concealed access to building services while maintaining a consistent drywall ceiling appearance. Manufactured from glass fiber reinforced gypsum, the panel is designed to blend with the surrounding ceiling surface after installation and finishing.
Unlike conventional steel access doors with exposed metal faces, the GFRG door uses a gypsum surface that can be finished to coordinate with the surrounding drywall. It provides a discreet access point for maintenance and inspection in commercial and residential interior projects.
The GFRG access panel is designed for projects where visible access doors would interrupt the appearance of a finished drywall ceiling.
Its glass fiber reinforced gypsum construction allows the door surface to integrate with the surrounding ceiling finish. Once installed and finished, the panel is concealed within the ceiling plane while retaining access to building services above.
Key product features include:
Glass fiber reinforced gypsum construction
Designed for drywall ceiling installations
Concealed appearance after finishing
Five standard door sizes
Suitable for new construction and ceiling access applications
The GFRG is designed for drywall ceilings where a concealed service opening is required.
Typical applications include:
Commercial office ceilings
Hotel and hospitality interiors
Multi-family residential buildings
Institutional interiors
Finished drywall ceilings requiring discreet maintenance access
The panel provides access to concealed plumbing, electrical, mechanical and other building services. Select the appropriate size based on the equipment or service that must be reached.
The GFRG is available in five standard sizes. The ceiling opening is 6 inches larger than the nominal door size in both dimensions.
| Door Size (H × W) | Ceiling Opening (H × W) | Shipping Weight |
|---|---|---|
| 9 × 9 in. | 15 × 15 in. | 6 lbs. |
| 12 × 12 in. | 18 × 18 in. | 9 lbs. |
| 16 × 16 in. | 22 × 22 in. | 10 lbs. |
| 18 × 18 in. | 24 × 24 in. | 11 lbs. |
| 24 × 24 in. | 30 × 30 in. | 16 lbs. |
Important: Allow for the specified ceiling opening when planning framing and installation. Do not use the nominal door dimensions as the rough opening dimensions.
For technical details and product documentation, refer to Karp's Architectural Specifications or contact Karp for the GFRG specification sheet.
Karp offers several concealed access solutions for drywall ceilings. The right model depends on the desired finish, construction and access requirements.
| Model | Construction | Application |
|---|---|---|
| GFRG | Glass fiber reinforced gypsum | Concealed drywall ceiling access |
| FGH | Glass fiber reinforced gypsum with hinged door | Wall and ceiling access |
| CDW | All-drywall access panel | Drywall ceiling access |
| KAD | Aluminum frame with gypsum inlay | Drywall walls and ceilings |
For a hinged gypsum access door suitable for wall and ceiling applications, see the FGH Glass Fiber Reinforced Gypsum Hinged Access Door.
For an all-drywall ceiling access option, compare the CDW All Drywall Ceiling Access Panel.
For projects requiring concealed access within a finished drywall ceiling, the GFRG provides a gypsum-based alternative to conventional metal access doors. Its glass fiber reinforced gypsum construction helps the panel blend with the surrounding ceiling finish.
Contact Karp to confirm the required door size, ceiling opening and project-specific installation details.
Based on 1 customer review
Nathan Williams
I was looking for an access door made with reinforced materials for a specific building application. This product was a good option to consider and offered the type of solution I needed.