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Drywall
Drywall has several common names, such as gypsum board and sheetrock. It is mainly used in the construction of walls, but also has other uses. A plaster is made of gypsum, poured flat and smooth, and then wrapped in paper. The pieces are joined with strips of paper, and cemented down with a compound known as "mud." After the mud is dry, it is sanded and the wall is finished with paint, texture, wallpaper, or a variety of other creative means.
779 Questions
How much does a sheet of green board drywall cost?
Depends where you are , but usually about 20% more than regular drywall.
How many sheets of drywall you need if you have 3000 square feets?
You need roughly 94 sheets, however, the shapes of walls and stairs will change that figure slightly.
How much drywall can be hung in a day?
Depends on how fast and strong you are. It's very tiring work.
Is there a building code that dictates thickness for internal drywall?
Yes there is. Different in many places. Consult local regulations wherever you are.
How much does it cost per foot to have drywall installed paint ready?
This varies depending on location, size & type of job (wall? ceiling?) so get several estimates.
Will a mr clean magic eraser damage ceramic tile and drywalls?
No, it will not damage them, but may be impossible to erase or remove from drywall.
How do you figure out the square footage needed for drywall in a room?
measure length of the room in feet and then width of the room in feet and multiply the two numbers together
4 x 10 is 40 square feet, so two would do it.
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.
YES, drywall is very porous material. If left outside, even covered, in damp conditions it will gain nearly 50 % of it's weight in moisture.
How would you install commercial 2X4 ceiling tile to a dry wall ceiling?
Sheet rock screws.
Alternative:
If you have a hole in your ceiling and want to fix it you use a piece of wood to hold a piece of Sheetrock which you will finish with plaster or joint compound.
You would cut a piece of wood more narrow than the hole and longer than the hole.
Put the wood into the hole so it cannot fall out. Cut a piece of Sheetrock to about match the hole and screw the new piece of Sheetrock to the wood.
Use joint compound to give the repair a finished look. If you simply put joint compound into the hole it will crack and take many coats.
Paint.
Can drywall sanding screens be used for wood?
Yes, they can, but are not as effective as good sandpaper.
Is drywall ceiling repair really difficult to do?
No. It is quite simple and easy as long as you have the basic skills, the necessary tools and the suitable materials for the job.
What is the weight per square foot of fireguard drywall?
5/8 Fireguard weighs about 2.4 pounds per square foot.
