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For questions about drywall (aka plasterboard) installation, repair & finishing.
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How can I repair a textured ceiling without making a mess?
Also as time goes on I am noticing that the nails they used to hang the drywall are losing their bite. This is only in the main living area which is completely open now. … So I need to probably hit most of the ceiling in this area with a lot of drywall screws.
I also have a couple of hairline cracks to fix too but these are rather small and have done that before. …
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Is there an easy way to replicate this ceiling texture?
I will be doing some major drywall repairs on the ceiling and would like tips on how to replicate the pattern. Doesn't have to be exact but would like it to be pretty consistent. … Also mudding between new drywall and texture. Should I scrape the existing drywall down a bit before mudding? …
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What are the benefits of purple drywall?
I am about to drywall a basement. Go purple? Can purple be used around showers? Are there any additional costs or install problems with the purple drywall? Does it require any extra steps? … If the purple drywall is the same cost why wouldn't it be installed by default? …
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How to integrate beams and venting with drywall?
Problem is on the outer walls how do you "connect" the drywall to the I-beam and vent that run across? …
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How do I smooth out where painted wallpaper meets wall?
When I bought my current house wallpaper was everywhere. And I noticed soon after that the painted kitchen was a painted kitchen without removing the top border - comes down maybe 10 inches.
You can …
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What is the best method of hanging drywall on ceiling?
I am hanging more drywall and will be doing a basement ceiling. I generally start in a corner and work my way out. I use glue on the joists and then drywall screws.
Is the glue needed? … Problem is that common drywall screwed often break the drywall when done that close to the edge and then if I angle the screw, that is another issue. …
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Should drywall be hung horizontally or vertically?
For reasons including time, money, ease of installation, and structural strength, should drywall be installed horizontally or vertically. …
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