Category Archives: Drywall
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Recycling Drywall
Drywall, wallboard or gypsum are just a few of the many names this common building material is referred to. The big question surrounding this material is the reason why there is a need for it to be diverted from the landfill. First, to understand why drywall is banned from the landfill, a look into what … Continue reading
Learn How To Paint Drywall
Painting drywall is a fairly specialized task but with the right equipment, tools and preparation it is one that can be achieved by nearly anyone. The following steps apply: 1 – Drywalling jobs are best done when the weather is fairly warm and not too humid. Make certain that the surface to be painted is … Continue reading
The Differences Between Different Types of Drywall
Drywall is considered the standard finishing material for interior walls. It consists of an inner core made out of gypsum plaster with a heavy paper cover. Attached to the framing of your walls, drywall covers the insulation, electrical wires, and plumbing. The seams are then covered with drywall tape and compound to create a seamless, … Continue reading
Learn How to Drywall
If you want to learn how to drywall it can be a tricky process but fortunately learning how to install drywall is never as hard as people may say. You will want to learn how to do it right so finishing drywall is not a huge chore for you. Make sure you have the right … Continue reading
Eliminate and Remove Drywall Mold
Would you know what to look for if you had mold in your home? Sure it’s easy to spot that green fungi growing on your sandwich bread, but what about the black stuff that can appear on places like drywall. If you’re seeing black spots that look similar to the green stuff, you’ve got a … Continue reading
Proper Drywall Taping Techniques and Supplies
If you’re in the process of improving your home, there’s a good chance you’ll need to learn to tape drywall. It can be a pretty intimidating process if you don’t know what you’re doing, but it’s really extremely easy. Even kids can manage to tape drywall successfully. Here’s a look at all the drywall supplies … Continue reading
Do It Yourself (DIY) Drywalling
Handy homeowners who want to install their own drywall to finish basements or attics will benefit from a few basic tips before beginning this project. The first step should always be to check with local building codes to ensure that the drywall used is the appropriate thickness for the area. Measuring is another important step … Continue reading
Minimize Costs of Finishing a Drywall Basement
It is possible to minimize finished basement cost with drywall when compared to the use of a plaster interior finish because the drywall is not only easier to install but it also has a lower average cost per foot. The drywall method for constructing interior walls and ceilings utilizes panels constructed from gypsum plaster that … Continue reading
Is Drywall Corroding the Wiring in Your Home?
Many homeowners have moved into their new dream homes only to be confronted with a nightmare. Their home is filled with a terrible smell, resembling rotten eggs or ammonia. No matter what they do, they cannot get rid of the smell or discover its source. Then, their wiring starts to fail. When they have an … Continue reading