One of the most common drywall mistakes is not having the proper edge support. Framing at inside corners is often inadequate or lacking altogether, making it impossible to fasten the edge of the ...

Fasten wood backing wherever drywall ends have no support within four inches. Note: Make sure to check corners and ceiling/wall joints. Measure from the end of the ceiling to the middle of a joist and ...

Q: It’x x x s time to hang and finish some drywall in a small room. This room has a pipe chase in it, which means I have to finish an outside corner. I know how to do inside corners with tape, but ...

Drywall — also called wallboard, gypsum board or plasterboard — is inexpensive, comes in many sizes, and is much easier and less costly to apply than plaster. However, working with it can be ...