Hanging Sheetrock On Walls

This will strengthen the drywall and produce a seamless wall later.

Hanging sheetrock on walls.

This means working with the largest drywall panels and pieces you can handle safely. Hold the drywall in place while a friend screws drywall screws into the joists about 8 to 10 inches apart sinking each screw just below the surface. Drywall comes in three basic thicknesses. 3 8 inch is best to cover existing walls.

Get the rock up fast preparation and ordering. The panel can now be positioned on the wall and attached with screws or nails. 5 8 inch is heaviest and the most soundproof. Measure the length needed and score the paper face with a utility knife using a drywall.

When hanging drywall the ultimate goal is to create the fewest number of seams possible. Then remove the panel and use a wallboard saw or rotary drywall cutout tool to complete the cutout along the marks. Cover outside corners with a metal corner. 1 4 inch is the choice for curved walls and arches.

For outside corners install the first panel so its end is flush with the studs on the adjoining wall. Hoist bottom row with. Hang drywall around windows and door openings. Materials tools t square sharp utility knife extra blades recommended screw gun or screw setter drywall screws 4 drywall knife 8 drywall knife 4 x 16 drywall mud pan caulk adhesive gun.

Make inside and outside corners at inside corners simply butt the end of one panel against the face of the panel on the adjoining wall.