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There's no single answer, what you need to do next depends on where it is, how it's being used and how bad the damage is. The answer is anything between 'let it dry out' and 'remove and dispose, it's nackered'.

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Not nearly enough information. Is this drywall in a stack waiting to be used, or is it already part of a wall. If so is it primed or painted. Is it mouldy
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Q: What should you do if drywall gets wet from water damage?
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