Installing drywall, by its nature, leaves seams at the joins between panels, as well as screw holes. These must be hidden before painting for an even appearance. To finish drywall, start by driving ...

Q: Money is tight, and I have to tackle a drywall project. I’ve never done it before, but from what I have seen on home-improvement shows, it looks simple. Please share your magic tips, especially on ...

Drywall installation is a building trade's subspecialty that takes practice to master. If you have experience hanging drywall and finishing it, you might want to start your own drywall-finishing ...

Q. I am converting my garage into a playroom. I watched videos on how to hang drywall, but I want to avoid mistakes. What common problems arise when hanging drywall for the first time?— Brad S. A.

The hard work of hanging, taping and finishing drywall remains one of the more physically demanding tasks in building construction. While other trades in the industry have seen tools and equipment ...

I’ve been helping my son finish the basement in his 3-year-old home. We can only work on Saturdays, some Fridays and any paid days off he can spare. It’s been a lifelong dream of mine to help my kids ...

On the surface, hanging drywall doesn’t sound like one of the more dangerous activities a construction professional can engage in on the jobsite. However, thanks to things like chronic schedule ...

Textured ceilings have long shaped how homes look and sound, but not all finishes behave the same when it comes to ...