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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 do you remove superglue from sheetrock walls?
To remove superglue from sheetrock walls, you can try using acetone or nail polish remover. Soak a cotton ball in acetone and gently dab it on the affected area, then wipe away the softened superglue. Be careful not to damage the paint or finish of the sheetrock while doing this.
Use a straight edge, score it with a sharp blade and then snap it. It should break it half easily if you've shored it properly.
Why are there different kinds of drywall compound?
The 'lite' is for thin coats and final coat. The 'low dust' is for people who don't like dust and in general it's to give people a choice.
How do you cut out electrical boxes in drywall?
There is a new tool called VAZIT for metal receptacle boxes. these receptacle boxes are commonly used in Canada.
Water damage of the drywall or to the drywall?
drywall can actually be saturated at least twice without harm or loss of strength. it is a common pratice to wet drywall to hang a radius wall. When the drywall dries it accually becomes harder.
If the paper peals off of the drywall it needs to be replaced, otherwise it can be patched.
How do you get a drywall scrape off your car fender?
Rub it with a damp cloth. I doubt very much that it penetrated the paint.
One sheet of drywall weighs 48.7 how much will 40 sheets of drywall weigh?
Ohhhhh......I'd say approximately 48.7 x 40.
1948 lbs.
If I were you I'd go to my doctor and ask for a referral to a qualified professional. You desperately need help.
Does Sheetrock have fire rating by itself?
Yes, the average 1/2" thick board has a nominal 30 minute fire resistance.
Do you need to fill the seams on dry wall before you tile?
You need a level surface so you would want the joints to be done & dry. HOWEVER
you really shouldn't put tile over drywall. Cement board, HardiBacker or green board, but never drywall.
How do you stop eating drywall?
Try doing something to distract yourself.
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another view: find out if your body is deficient of something found in drywall (if that is possible): find a very big rubber band and put it around your wrist and every time you think about drywall, snap yourself really hard.
Cooler nails were designed for use in building pallets and crates for the storage and transport of food and vegetables. Their name reflects their use in building "coolers" for refrigerated and frozen produce. A cooler nail is similar in profile to a common nail, but has a thinner shank and slightly tapered head to prevent splitting the thin pieces of wood used to construct crates. They work well for the application of gypsum board because the thin shank-often 20 to 25 percent thinner than that of a similar length common nail-creates a significant surface area to the underside of the nail head. In fire rated systems, it is the surface area of the underside of the head that is important in terms of a fastener's ability to support the gypsum board. The thick head of a common nail can also tear the face paper of a board, whereas the tapered head of a cooler or drywall nail will set below the surface of the paper without tearing it.
Cooler nails are available and can be purchased online in bulk quantities. However, it is hard to find them in the standard 4d (1⅜-inch) and 6d (1⅞-inch) lengths most often used for gypsum board attachment-readily available cooler nails tend to be at least a 7d (2⅛-inch) minimum length-and they aren't always stocked by big-box retailers or drywall yards.
How do you Remove drywall mud from my new carpet?
If the mud is still wet, scoop up as much as possible, and rub it with a moist sponge or cloth. Keep a pan of fresh water there, and just keep rinsing out the sponge.
If it has dried, it will take longer. You will need to keep putting moist rags on it to soften is back up. Just don't put anything dripping wet so it doesn't soak your padding and such.
What is the holding power of a dry wall screw into metal stud?
They hold very well, better than into wood.
It's drywall that has a fire resistant additive, and is also thicker.
If you're trying to find the joist behind the drywall, it is basically trial and error. Start drilling a hole; if you feel it pop through to the other side, there's not a joist there. You can also try to locate the joist by knocking with your knuckles (it will sound hollow if there's no joist) or using a studfinder, but neither method is foolproof.
ANS 2 - Using a good studfinder IS foolproof ! -Do you seriously think carpenters, framers and electricians rely on "knocking with your knuckles" - LOL.
Can you cover a moldy ceiling with a plastic barrier and drywall?
Do not cover it up. You must find the source of the moisture and remove all areas that were damaged. This can be a serious problem; if you or children are experiencing health issues, get out of the house! Seek professional help.
Can you cover asbestos ceiling tiles with drywall?
Most areas will have by-laws about covering asbestos.
How do you build a fire rated drywall ceiling?
You must use 5/*" sheetrock
Local codes can vary - check with your building Dept
What is the difference between spackle paste and drywall compound?
Spackle paste is for smaller holes and dries more quickly.
How do I use 1X3X10' lumber pieces I was told to buy to fasten shelves to drywall garage?
Use the strips to fasten on the wall, screwing at stud locations. Then fasten the 1 x 12 shelves to the 1 x 3 s.
