If you want to do a really good, lasting job, use concrete/fibre board (Green board) instead of drywall. It comes in 30x60 sheets, about the same cost as drywall, easy to work with , totally water resistant and excellent for tiling. About 4-5 kinds available, Rona and HD each have 2-3 types.
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Replace the drywall with tile backer.
To replace drywall in your home, you will need to remove the damaged drywall, measure and cut new drywall to fit the space, secure the new drywall in place with screws, tape and mud the seams, and then sand and paint the new drywall to match the existing walls.
To replace a bathtub drain, you will need to remove the old drain using a drain removal tool or pliers. Then, clean the area around the drain and apply plumber's putty to the new drain before installing it. Tighten the new drain securely and test for leaks before using the bathtub.
There is no effective way to do this without destroying the surface of the drywall. It is more cost-effective to simply replace the drywall.
Rat urine will actually saturate the drywall. Drywall is very porous. The best bet is to cut out and replace that section.
take out the drywall (2 x 1/2") and you have 59"
To replace a drywall ceiling, first remove the existing drywall by carefully taking it down. Then, measure and cut new drywall to fit the ceiling space. Install the new drywall by attaching it to the ceiling joists with screws. Finish by taping the seams, applying joint compound, sanding, and painting the new ceiling.
Cut out the drywall in the wall behind the shower. Replace the valve. Patch the drywall.
To replace a drywall section, first, cut out the damaged area using a utility knife. Measure and cut a new piece of drywall to fit the opening. Secure the new piece in place with drywall screws. Tape and mud the seams, then sand and paint for a finished look.
To replace a bathtub drain stopper, you can typically unscrew the old stopper and then install the new one by following the manufacturer's instructions.
Drywall as we know it was first used around 1900.