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Should be 1/4 inch or less.
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Why is drywall started at top?
You want a tight fit to the ceiling and if there is a gap at the bottom, the base trim will cover it.
Drywall Repair Ceiling?
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Is a drywall or plastered ceiling considered to be a finished ceiling?
yes
What is the standard distance between drywall for a ceiling and the floor above that in an apartment building if there is one?
2 inches of floor
How do you fix a gap in ceiling?
I do believe Loew's or Home Depot should have some kits to fill in gaps. It all depends on what kind of a gap it is, how thick the drywall is and where the gap is. It's not hard to fix. The plaster(mud) they use on drywall, is applied much like plaster of paris, only mud is now used instead. If you still don't understand, just ask at the Customer Service Desk of either Loew's or Home Depot for directions. It's very difficult to explain when someone can't see the 'gap'.
How many 4x8 drywall in a 16x24 building?
24 + 24 for the ceiling.
Should you drywall a ceiling or a wall first?
ceiling because you wil be less likely to damage the walls as you are puting it up.
How do you repair a damaged ceiling at home?
Depends on what ceiling is made from and exact type of damage. For instance if made of drywall and it's water damage, then you find the studs (with a studfinder) and cut out sections of drywall and replace with new.
Is it safe to install drywall yourself?
It is safe to install panels of drywall on side walls by yourself. However, if you are installing drywall on the ceiling by yourself, you will need a drywall lift to assist you. Attempting to put drywall on the ceiling without a lift is extremely dangerous and difficult. Yes, it is safe to install drywall yourself. Make sure that you obtain any necessary permits and wear protective gear and supplies to prevent from inhaling any dust.
What is the best type of ceiling?
A drywall ceiling, provides the best type of ceiling for work. It provides a great look, noise level reduction versus a tile ceiling and is inexpensive to install.
Do you paint a new ceiling?
If it is just finished drywall then yes, it needs to be painted.
What is a California ceiling?
California Ceiling (California knockdown) is drywall mud sprayed onto a ceiling using a hopper and lightly flattened usually with a special knock down trowel
