Category Archives: Drywall
EcoRock Eco-friendly Drywall
Serious Materials are the makers of the new Eco-friendly EcoRock drywall that is revolutionizing green building practices with materials that are 90% more efficient than what is traditionally used and five times more environmentally friendly. People are already eagerly waiting for the day when they will be able to find this new “Green” product at … Continue reading
Mold Resistant Drywall
I don’t know how many times I’ve seen a new building product like mold resistant drywall enter the construction market. It usually isn’t long, before everyone’s talking about it and shortly after that, a large community of believers is formed. Everyone in this community starts to tell all of the other homeowners, contractors and other … Continue reading
How to Repair Popped Nails in Drywall
It is more common today in new drywall installation to use drywall screws, but it’s still a practice in areas to use nails instead. Here’s what to do to repair a spot where a nail has worked loose and ‘popped’ through the surface. Some popped nails you find may be around the edge of ceilings … Continue reading
Home Inspections and Chinese Drywall
If you haven’t yet been convinced how important it is to have a home inspected before you purchase it, here’s one key reason: Chinese drywall. You may have heard about it on the news, but how serious is it? Drywall imported from China, mainly between 2001 and 2007, is at the root of the problem. … Continue reading
Repairing Drywall Water Damage on Ceilings
I don’t care what your drywall water damage actually is, the first thing that were going to need to do is to find out where the water damage is actually coming from. The most common culprit, will be a roof leak or a plumbing water supply pipe that is leaking. Let’s get down to the … Continue reading
Coloring Drywall Mud
Drywall finishing is not an easy job, but for the do-it-your-self finisher it will be rewarding and cost effective if done right. It will take practice and patience, but hang in there, it will be worth it! Below I have listed a few reasons why coloring joint compound will be beneficial to you. Coloring or … Continue reading
How To Remove Drywall Mold
If you happen to see small black spots on the walls of your home, you may be looking at a very serious mold situation. If this is in fact true, you will want to do what is necessary to get rid of the mold so that your home will again be safe. This is a … Continue reading
Drywall Water Damage
Water damage to drywall is a common result of plumbing and roofing leaks, but is a home project that should take priority. When trying to spot water damage, look for discoloration, bulging, sagging, and cracks. Water can easily drip and run along interior pipes, so look for damage on both the walls and ceilings, and … Continue reading
Repairing Ceilings With Drywall
A working knowledge of drywall ceiling repair is essential for anyone who owns property with drywall in it. Drywall wallboard can be damaged by water leaks, by hanging heavy paintings on them, or even by accidentally throwing a baseball through it. The good news is repairing this damage can be a breeze if you’ve got … Continue reading