On The Job

It’s nice to know there’s green board drywall available that offers protection from high moisture and humidity and is just as easy to install as regular drywall. Green board…

Sheetrock screws, also known as drywall screws, are the industry standard for fastening drywall sheets to ceiling joists or wall studs. Between the threads, lengths, numbers, gauges, heads, and…

You might be moving into a new house, and notice a drywall screw pop on the wall. Or, the old house you’ve lived in for 40 years might have…

Should I use drywall anchors? Hanging items on a wall built with drywall can be a puzzling task. It’s easy to angle a nail into the wall with a…

If you’re planning to hang drywall in your basement, moisture and mold resistance should be at the top of your list when selecting the right type. There are several…

The two most common causes of drywall seams cracking are inadequate support behind the drywall and improper taping. We’re going to dive into those two pesky reasons for drywall…

The term “fire tape” is thrown around a lot. Commercial construction, residential construction, doesn’t matter. Fire-tape is a drywall buzzword that just rolls off the tongue. But many don’t…

What is a level 5 drywall finish? Most people in the construction industry know that there are 6 levels of drywall finish, ranked from 0 to 5. But do…

When it comes to drywall finishing, you have a decision to make, drywall mesh tape Vs paper tape. But which type is better? Drywall tape has advantages, but is…

Knockdown texture is an easy and affordable way to add a little texture to your walls and ceiling. Also known as splatter texture, it has been popular in the…

If you’ve only worked in residential construction, there’s a chance you’re not all that familiar with drywall control joints. Control joints may be more familiar in reference to other…

Cleaning up drywall dust is one of the messiest jobs in construction. But you can make it easier on yourself with a few simple guidelines. Whether you’ve finished drywalling…

If you’ve ever wondered how to insulate walls without removing the drywall, I have all your options.  Insulation is a must-have for most modern home buildings, with few exceptions.…

If you are wondering how to remove your popcorn ceiling, we have you covered. While textured ceilings have a place in some rustic home designs, few ceiling finishes date…

If you’ve ever used drywall shims, you know them to be the greatest invention of all time. What was once an uneven butt joint, or sagging ceiling joist, is…

Do you want to learn how to repair and patch a hole in drywall? You’ve come to the right place. From the slightest scratch to the largest drywall hole,…

Having the right drywall tools can make all the difference for any drywall project. From screw guns and hole saws to sanders and banjos, there are a variety of…

Tear away bead drywall trim is a taping product used for creating clean edges at exposed drywall edges. It’s an important part of ensuring the taping job looks professional,…

Construction industry professionals can tell you they’ve been asked, when was drywall invented? But does anyone really know the real answer? Drywall is a versatile building material used with…

Knowing how to install drywall, how many screws to use, and the spacing of the screw pattern into wall studs will help ensure a smooth and successful project. Depending…