Drywalling around fiberglass shower

[frodnew]

I am installing a fiberglass (or acrylic) corner shower in a bath remodel. I understand I will have to fur out the studs to allow the drywall to overlap the shower flange. And from previous threads I gather the drywall should be left approx 1/4" from the shower to prevent moisture from wicking into the drywall - and then the gap caulked.

Questions:

Should I use regular drywall, moisture resistant drywall, or green board?
Are there any special treatments to the edge of the drywall abutting the shower?

Any other suggestions also welcome.

Thanks,
Bruce

 

[JDkimes]

Water resistant gypsum board (green board) is required around showers, and edges must be sealed with a water resitant seal (caulking) is required by the IRC.
I'd also use a couple coats of water/mildew resistant primer such as Kilz-2 prior to using a bathroom quality paint.