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How to Repair a Large Hole in Drywall

by Deb Alden | May 23, 2007 | Drywall, Step By Step, Walls, Walls & Ceilings

Difficulty: 3 of 5 Plumbing or electrical work can leave a hole in drywall. With a few simple techniques, you can repair the hole so it’s invisible when finished. Wear a mask and goggles when cutting plaster or removing old drywall. Materials:...

How to Hang Drywall

by Deb Alden | May 14, 2007 | Drywall, Step By Step, Walls, Walls & Ceilings

Difficulty: 3 of 5 Finished walls begin with drywall that is level and smooth. Simple tricks will help you hang drywall like a pro. Materials: – 80 Grit sandpaper – Chalkline – Drill – Drywall – Drywall screws – Hammer...

How to Tape and Finish Drywall Seams

by Deb Alden | May 14, 2007 | Drywall, Step By Step, Walls, Walls & Ceilings

Difficulty: 2 of 5 Smooth, taped seams give walls a finished look. Whether you use paper or adhesive tape for your walls, the taping and finishing methods are the same. Materials: – 10-Inch joint finishing knife – 4-Inch finish knife –...

How to Apply Joint Compound to Drywall Corners

by Deb Alden | May 14, 2007 | Drywall, Step By Step, Walls, Walls & Ceilings

Difficulty: 3 of 5 A professional drywall finish has smooth seams and corners. A few tricks will help you to finish your drywall corners like a pro. Materials: – 120 Grit sandpaper – 200 Grit sandpaper – 4-Inch finish knife –...

How to Drive and Finish Drywall Screws

by Deb Alden | May 14, 2007 | Drywall, Step By Step, Walls, Walls & Ceilings

Difficulty: 3 of 5 Properly driving and finishing the screws that hold drywall in place gives a smooth look to new walls. Materials: – 200 Grit sandpaper – Drill – Drywall – Drywall screws – Joint compound – Putty...

How to Repair Chipped Corners in Drywall

by Deb Alden | May 14, 2007 | Plaster Walls, Step By Step, Walls, Walls & Ceilings

Difficulty: 1 of 5 Chipped and damaged wall edges are ugly but easy to repair with a little joint compound and a smooth, sanded finish. Materials: – 120 Grit sandpaper – Drop cloth – Joint compound – Putty knife – Sponge...

How to Repair a Large Hole in Drywall

How to Hang Drywall

How to Tape and Finish Drywall Seams

How to Apply Joint Compound to Drywall Corners

How to Drive and Finish Drywall Screws

How to Repair Chipped Corners in Drywall

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