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When were houses built with slate instead of drywall?
I don't believe slate was ever used for interior walls. It was, and still is often used as roofing. - Forms of plaster wall coverings or drywall boards made from gyproc have been in use from about 1895.
What year did drywall replace plaster in homes?
drywall replace plaster on 1945
When were pencils first used?
around 1500 maybe before
Who invented the eraser?
Edward Nairne first developed the the eraser and it was widely used. However, these rubbers used to go bad after a certain length of time. Hymen Lipman received the first patent for attaching a rubber to the end of a pencil.
When was colored pencils first used?
in 1884 when the cows attacked in 1884 when the cows attacked
What are drywall screws numbered as?
The most commonly used are #6.
Can grabber screws be used for drywall?
Yes, that is exactly their purpose.
What fastener is used for hanging a piece of sheetrock on a wood stud?
You can use drywall nails (ridged) or drywall screws. I am not a drywaller, but have done lots of it and prefer the screws.
When was drywall first used?
Drywall as we know it was first used around 1900.
What would you use to hang sheetrock on a wood stud?
You can use drywall nails or drywall screws. I prefer the screws.
What is the gauge of drywall screws?
Commonly #6 gauge.
What is the weight of 3 drywall screws?
About 4 grams.
Number of screws per sheet of drywall?
20
What is the pasty goop called that you apply after you sink the screws or nails used to attach drywall?
Sheet rock mud.
When is it better to use drywall screws?
Metal drywall screws are usually fit with a small plastic pre-grooved sheath which taps the screw into the drywall and wooden beam behind it. This results in a clean and secure penetration of the wood for each screw.
Are drywall screws bad for roofs?
No, they are adequate for many uses.
How many screws in a 4x8 sheet of drywall?
I use about 28-30 for that.
