I know a professional drywaller. The guy has insanely good drywalling skills. He’s fast, strong, limber and precise. It’s really cool watching him drywall a room. He does stuff I could never do. Of course, he’s honed his skills over many years and is now a very much in-demand drywaller among local contractors. One aspect …
There are many reasons to clean drywall, from coffee stains, to palm prints, and sometimes dust accumulation. While we often clean our floors, our walls go un-touched: here is a guide to help you keep your drywall sparkling, while not damaging it. Drywall is the last piece to go on your structure before painting, …
One of the hardest parts of DIY renovations these days is all the choice in materials we have for every job. I get that advancements are meant to improve our lives and usually it does, but it sure can make the process more difficult. Indecision is a tough nut to swaller. I hate indecision. But …
The primary purpose of a drywall tape is to cover seams in drywall. With the various types of a drywall tape in the market nowadays, including specialty tapes, each type offers its own set of advantages and drawbacks. So before you randomly pick a particular type of drywall tape, get to know the different types …
Your home’s drywall is typically only a half-inch thick and made of soft materials such as gypsum and paper. They make sturdy walls but can be easily dented or be too weak to hang things from such as a floating shelf. For this reason, you need drywall anchors to hang items on the wall. If …
Many of today’s houses use drywalls for their interior wall covering. While it’s cheap and easier to work with than other materials, drywall installation remains a tough process that involves taping, mudding, and sanding. The last stage is especially notorious for the clouds of fine dust it creates. Drywall produces a hollow sound when you …
A drywall work can be a DIY project so be sure you have all the essential drywall tools to complete the job in one go. Fortunately, the tools you’ll need for this task will also be used in other home improvement projects so it’s a good idea to invest in them. Besides, you won’t have …
Most homes incorporate some drywall. It’s a standard wall and ceiling surface material. It’s not cheap to do. Materials and tools cost adds up. If you hire a professional, those costs can add up especially if you have difficult surfaces to drywall. Our readers include people who love to do home improvement projects themselves as …