Drywall How ToWant to put up a sheet rock ceiling in my basement. 16″ OC joist, Lots of advice, use half inch panels, use ultralight half inch its a lot lighter, use no sag or sag resistant, use mold resistant this is approaching rocket science, any suggestions or help would be greatly appreciated. Related posts: Hanging […]
To effectively tape a wall for painting, follow these detailed steps to ensure clean lines and prevent paint from bleeding onto unwanted areas. Preparation Steps Clean the Surface: Wipe down the areas you plan to tape with a sponge and a mild detergent solution to remove dirt and grime. Allow the surfaces to dry completely […]
When studs are more or less than 16″apart apart ;will this cause the dry wall to buckle when the wall can not be screwed at the end of the dry wall board? Hello, Thanks for writing sorry for the late response. If your studs are not 16 inch on center and say 24 inch on […]
Drywall is one of the most recognizable elements in American construction, often used by businesses specializing in custom interior designs. If you’ve ever been inside a house, office, or commercial building in the U.S., chances are you’ve been surrounded by it. But what exactly makes drywall such a staple in the American building landscape, and […]
Why do installers hang the first sheet of drywall up against the ceiling and not along the floor line? Great questions, There are actually a few reasons why this is done. The most common reason is that you want to eliminate gaps. The tighter the sheets the easier it will be to mudd and tape. […]
Should I use green sheetrock behind the stool in the bathroom? Yes, you will want to install green board behind your toliet. You will want it in your entire bathroom because of the moisture from shower, toliet etc.. This will prevent it from soaking in and damaging. Related posts: R-19 Insulation Batting in 2×4 walls […]
I have a ceiling that is 16’x20′. How many 4’x12′ sheets 5/8 thick of drywall are needed to cover my ceiling? Thanks for your question. If you have a 16×20 room that gives you 320 sq feet. You will then divide that by 48 sq ft which is what a 4×12 sheet will cover. This […]
The house that I purchased this year includes a garden shed, built in 1984, and the interior of it was never finished. It has 2×4 wall studs on 24″ centers. I am finishing it out, however, the only wall insulation batting I can find for 24″ centers is R-19,…meant to be used with 2×6 studs […]
Welcome to the drywall vents page! We’ll go over how to work around heating, cooling, and intake vents. When you’re installing drywall, you’ll often find you’re facing one of two scenarios, depending on the home. The first is a cold intake vent, and the second is a heat and air vent. These vents can be […]
I have a perlite ceiling that is peeling away. I have removed the peeling and I am left with bare spots What is the best way to repair it besides sanding Related posts: Hanging ceiling on 2 by 4s Screws Can I install drywall directly over foil faced insulation? Drywall paper peeled