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For questions about drywall (aka plasterboard) installation, repair & finishing.
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Why is the drywall in my garage sagging?
A full sheet of drywall is hung securely either horizontally or vertically on 16" centers. … If it is not this then the people who did your drywall were extraordinarily lazy by not hanging it correctly. …
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Can my drywall act as an air barrier?
Drywall is mostly composed of compressed gypsum and a paper for structural integrity. … This will not help you with moisture inside the wall because the moisture resistant properties of the drywall have to do with the green paper on the front face of the drywall. …
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How can I get a wire that is outside a wall to be inside a wall
You will need to remove that portion of the drywall, which shouldn't be that big of a deal anyway because you will need to do drywall repair for the two holes as it is. … This will allow you to fit a keyhole or drywall saw into to start cutting.
After cutting out that rectangle the perpendicular wall will be exposed. …
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How do I install a glass tile backsplash on 1/2" drywall?
I am currently building a house and am at the point where the builder has just finished the drywall and is ready for the kitchen cabinets and countertops to be installed. … My question is, what is the most appropriate way to install a glass tile backsplash in a kitchen that is completely 1/2" drywall? Is it not appropriate to place this tile over regular drywall? …
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What is the code approved way to cut and patch fire rated drywall hung on the ceiling of a b...
My new house is still under construction, and for code reasons the builder is required to hang fire rated drywall on the ceiling of the basement. … This is why the fire rated drywall is required. …
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How can I cover water stains on this wall
What you need is a good oil based primer like Kilz.
Put about 2 coats to cover the stains completely. After this has dried completely you can touch up with latex based paint and this should preven …
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How should I treat a rusty corner bead in the bathroom before covering it again?
Don't be concerned about plaster or drywall damage just yet.
Next get a good rust sealing primer like this product:
Spray liberally along the outside corner until the metal is fully covered. …
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Will this moisture problem persist after drywall is installed?
The fact that you haven't placed the drywall yet has little to do with this. 1/2" gypsum board has a very small R value so it doesn't afford you very much more in heat loss to cause a condensation problem …
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