Drywall, also known as wallboard or plasterboard, is a building material used for interior surfaces in a building structure. It is made from gypsum plaster, a type of processed gypsum. The gypsum plaster used to make drywall is nearly pure calcium sulfate. When it dries and hardens, it forms a stiff sheet of paper-like material…
If you’ve never installed drywall on a ceiling before, today I’ll walk you through how to drywall a ceiling. If you’re a DIYer, homeowner, or a general contractor – this guide is for you. Before you begin installing drywall, it’s important to understand the different types, lengths, and thickness of the drywall. This will save…
Best Websites/Apps To Hire Contractors Nearby Are you looking to hire contractors nearby? Many contractors go by word of mouth, but a lot of them have adapted to using internet-based services to reach customers. This has made it easier than ever for customers to get quotes on projects for their homes. I’ve been in the…
Good drywall is essential for healthy and attractive walls in a building, but bad drywall can make your home’s structure unstable. Chinese drywall can be a serious problem for homeowners. If you are a homeowner, real estate agent, contractor, or you manage properties, you may want to know more about this and how it affects…
How To Cut Drywall Like A Pro This article is for anyone new to the trade and wants to learn how to cut drywall. Interior construction has come a long way, and it’s now easier than ever to work with (thanks to drywall). I know that is debatable; a lot of people consider drywall an…
Drywall Estimator Calculator Instructions for using the Drywall Estimator Calculator: 1. If you are just doing one wall or two walls, only enter your calculation in those areas.2. If you are drywalling an entire room, enter the measurement for each wall and the ceiling.3. Choose “Yes” or “No” for adding 10% waste to the formula.4….
Before you start your DIY drywall project, it’s a good idea to gather as much info as you can to make sure it’s done right. Today’s article goes in-depth from a drywaller’s experience on what to avoid if you hang your own drywall. Keep in mind before you begin that if you stop halfway and…
If you’re in the process of finishing your home, it’s almost a guarantee that you will be hanging drywall at some point. After all, drywall is such an essential part of any construction project. Drywall is a building material used to seal cracks in walls and ceilings, and it blocks moisture from getting into structures,…
If you’re looking for the best way to hang Sheetrock, the following guide will help you understand the process. I’ve been doing drywall for many years now. I’ve done very small jobs and large jobs by myself. Hanging sheetrock is not always a “cut and dry” thing, so I designed this guide so you can…