Painting over drywall mud can be a challenging task that requires some skill and understanding of how to handle the project. When painting drywall, flashing is a significant challenge, as you can tell if a section of the wall has recently undergone repair (because its color is different from the rest of the wall). There are …
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Drywall anchors can hold a considerable amount of weight. The total amount of weight a drywall anchor can hold depends on the location (where) and how evenly spread the weight is. Drywalls vary in thickness, and choosing an ideal anchor might be complicated at first, but with enough information, you can easily choose the best …
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Wood paneling has a way of making walls look a little too boring especially if you fail to paint them. I’ve found that you can improve the look of wood paneling and even make it look like a better wall panel. So, how do you make wood paneling look like drywall? Fill in the gaps …
You may have seen the terms spackle and joint compound being used interchangeably on online DIY building forums. But are these two really the same thing? Can you use spackle in place of joint compound? We answer this and more questions in this informative blog article? What is spackle? Spackle- also referred to as spackling …
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At some point during the past century, drywall surpassed lath and plaster as the finishing material of choice for interior walls and ceilings. You may be wondering why this is the case- when plaster walls clearly look great and provide decent-if not great- insulation. To answer your question, we’ve written this detailed review of lath …
Wallboard, gypsum board, Sheetrock, gypsum plaster – these are just a few of the terms people use to refer to drywall. But is wallboard and drywall really the same thing? If not- what’s the difference between drywall and wallboard? Key difference: wallboard is a term that refers to all types of panels that are attached to studs …
Is there a way you can increase the rate at which drywall mud cures during drywall finishing? Most people don’t realize that one of the most important aspects of drywall installation is letting the compound cure for 2-3 days or at least 24 hours. The slower you let your drywall mud air out, the better it …
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The reason why drywall is a very popular choice for walls and ceiling applications is that it is very easy to install and repair. But that’s not all; drywall provides great fire-resistance qualities as well as insulation, soundproofing, and insulation. But, does drywall burn? Is it completely fireproof? Drywall does not burn readily because it …
With plaster and lath walls, there’s always a springy feel to the wall. Damage marks appear as cracks and bumps in the plaster especially if the lath was poorly installed. The good news is that you can repair your damaged lath easily with drywall panels. But, can you install drywall over lath? You can install …
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Bulging drywall usually appears to have a hump or a visibly swollen area. These imperfections usually occur along drywall seams and can make your walls and ceilings appear imperfect. How can a drywall bulge be fixed? A bulge in drywall can be caused by moisture damage, overdriven screws, or poor fastening. To fix the bulge …