Have you ever heard of Chinese drywall? This product is drywall which came from China causing a major commotion and lawsuits since it was imported and installed in mostly new home construction between 2001 and 2007. The commotion is about what it possibly might do to your home and your lungs.

This drywall contains contaminates that release gases which corrode metal such as copper, and can therefore damage your appliances, electrical wiring and electronics in your home.  It's a fire hazard too. The drywall is friable, easily released with friction, therefore unless removed carefully and thoroughly, particles may get into your lungs.

I won't go into the potential health hazards and there's not enough room to discuss how it was caused and all the other details of this product but it is something you should be aware of.

This link will take you to photos so you can check your electrical areas to see if they are showing signs of corrosion.

Here are additional web sites which have information on Chinese Drywall:

http://www.cpsc.gov/info/drywall/index.html

http://www.chinesedrywall.com/

articles on Chinese Dry Wall:

http://articles.latimes.com/2009/jul/04/business/fi-drywall4

http://www.cnn.com/2009/US/03/18/chinese.drywall/index.html