Drywall

Learning how to hang drywall panels flawlessly is an important skill for any DIY enthusiast. Using incorrect hanging techniques means your finished walls and ceilings might sport noticeable seam lines. Perfecting the skill takes practice but having the right techniques and materials is a step in the right direction. Drywall corners should NOT overlap when …

Drywall mud is a mixed compound consisting of gypsum dust and water. The consistency is similar to that of cake frosting. Drywall mud is commonly used to seal joints to create a smooth base when creating walls.  Drywall mud is capable of sticking to concrete; however, it does degrade over time. This is due to …

Sheetrock is the material of choice in covering walls and ceilings in many homes. But which should you install first — walls or ceiling? You should always sheetrock the ceiling before the walls. Installing the ceiling sheetrock first makes the process faster and allows you to create tighter corners, as the walls butt up to …

Doing your home renovations can be risky, especially without guidance. When it comes to getting near electric work, things can get extra dodgy. You may have some questions about the safety of what you’re doing, such as when you’re putting up drywall, can it touch the ductwork? Drywall shouldn’t touch ductwork. You’ll need to leave …

Drywall is a terrific material to use for those looking to save some money when renovating. It’s great for walls and ceilings and has a number of uses that make it a very common building material. But when installing doorways into new or remodeled walls, does the drywall need to be flush? Drywall should be …

So, you’ve just gotten done installing your Sheetrock, and then you notice it: the dreaded mud bubbles. How in the world did this happen? You were careful to install the Sheetrock according to the instructions, so what caused the mud bubbles in your Sheetrock? Sheetrock mud bubbles occur when there are air bubbles under the …

Drywall is a building material used to cover walls or ceilings. It consists of sheets or panels of gypsum board used for insulation and decoration. However, most people do not know the correct way to install it – should it be hung vertically or horizontally?  As a general rule, for commercial buildings, drywall should be …

Sometimes rooms have an obstruction or obstacle where the drywall needs to be installed, such as a door frame, window frame, pipes, etc. However, when you’re installing plain old walls with no obstructions, you oftentimes wonder if they should reach all the way down to the floor?  Drywall should NOT touch the floor. Allow for …

All of your home’s components, from the roof and plumbing to electrical work and flooring, have an expected lifespan and will require replacement at some point. Some parts of a home, like drywall, are less likely to need total replacement than others. So, how long can you expect the drywall in your house to last? …

Are you a homeowner trying to patch up some drywall pop-outs but can’t decide if you should use nails or screws?  Screws offer a firmer holding grip than nails for drywall. They are also easier to remove and less likely to pop out over time. I’ve hired sheet rockers who swear by one approach or …