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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.

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How would you measure a door?

You find a tape measure and take the measurement across the door, then the length of it, then if necessary the thickness.

How much can you charge your tenant in labor cost for replacing dry wall?

If you are improving YOUR OWN building you cannot charge your tenant anything -unless they caused the damage. If they did cause the damage you have to give them a fair rate for the job in your area.

What is the burn time on gypsum drywall panel?

A 1/2 panel will last 30 minutes or so in a house fire. Fire rated Type X 5/8 will last about 90 minutes.

How do you measure how much drywall needed?

You figure out the square footage, and then the size and number of boards needed.

What is the best way to secure a towel fixture to drywall aside from using the hardware provided in the install kit?

toggle bolts or variations there of are the best options, i prefer the combo toggle bolt/screw in variety, hit up your local home improvement store and tell them you want something that can support at least 50lbs as people tend to pull on them.

Is it proper to use drywall tape when plastering ceilings?

You have to put either paper or mesh tape on the joints. Mesh is easier.

How do you calculate how much it will cost to have drywall installed?

That's a waste of time . Call 2-3 drywallers and get them to give estimates. I always do that and get a faster, more accurate answer than I could ever come up with myself.

What do you fill the cracks of paneling in with before you paint it?

You will get better results if you aim your effort at removing the paneling and preparing the wall board or plaster behind it. Paneling, even if you fill the grooves, will have waves.

If I were going to leave the paneling on because it was applied with adhesive that created excessive damage to the wall behind it, I would put 1/4" drywall panels over it and tape and spackle.

What are the differences of wall composite wall panels to drywall?

Composite wall panels and drywall are both commonly used as wall finishes in homes and buildings. However, there are some key differences between these two materials:

Material Composition: Drywall, also known as gypsum board, is made of gypsum plaster sandwiched between two sheets of paper. Composite wall panels, on the other hand, are typically made of a combination of materials such as PVC, fiberglass, or acrylic, which are bonded together to create a durable and waterproof surface.

Durability: Composite wall panels are generally more durable than drywall, as they are resistant to moisture, mold, and mildew. They are also less likely to crack or break, which can be a common problem with drywall.

Is drywall a single word or double word?

It can be either: drywall or dry wall. It can also be hyphenated: dry-wall.

Is dry wall an insulator?

While drywall, or gypsum board, does give insulation value it is not a high amount, a 1/2" piece of drywall will only raise the r-value by .45, if you are looking to improve the insulation of a wall you are much better off using rigid foam insulation. An extruded polystyrene board, that's Styrofoam, of 1" thickness gives you an R-value of 5.00, which is over 5 times greater per inch than that of drywall. You can further improve the insulation value of a wall by add some kind of batt insulation in-between the studs.

How much does a sheet of one half inch drywall weigh?

One sheet of the new 'Light' 4x8 x 1/2 inch is about 32 pounds. The old one (probably still sold in some areas ) is 54 pounds.

What is the Remodeling cost to hang and tape drywall?

hanging new construction .24ft, remodel times 1.6... taping new (no materials) .40ft- remodel times 1.6. Including materials, $1.70square ft is a good place to start in remodel. Dont forget to add for height-- 1.5x over 8ft, 2x over 12ft, etc. If you're any good, refferals can make you money while keeping price the same= longevity.

How to clean up drywall from hardwood flooring?

Sweep up the bulk of it and shop-vac the remaining dust. I can't think of anything easier.

What is the lineal footage price for commercial drywall construction?

Nobody I know prices it that way . I always call 2-3 Drywallers and at least 2 Tapers, and get estimates. Saves a lot of discussion later. Then I always expect them to ask for about 10 % more . Sometimes worth it, sometimes not.

How do you remove or cover up motor oil stains in drywall?

You've been driving your car up the wall ! -Cool. - Kilz might do it, but that's not normally what it's supposed to cover.

Will sheetrock or drywall ruin darts?

No it will actually ruin your Sheetrock or Drywall