Drywall is a cheaper, more accessible way to build, rebuild, or renovate your home or business. See how to get started with drywall installation
It's time to start that exciting home renovation. Or maybe it's time to start building your dream home from the ground up.
Whichever scenario you find yourself in, it's time to lay down the foundation and put up walls. An efficient and cost-effective method is through installing drywall. Whether you decide to go it alone or call on some experts to help you put in drywall, it’s a no-brainer when it comes to rebuilding, repairing, and reconstructing your home or business.
Before we dive into the step-by-step drywall installation guide, let's look at drywall itself and why it can make a huge difference in any renovation or building project.
A material that goes by many names (plasterboard, gypsum board, and sheetrock, to name a few), drywall is paneling made of gypsum that builders use to construct walls and ceilings in houses and businesses. Drywall is simply plaster between two sheets of paper.
Drywall is a cost-effective and useful alternative to other construction materials and is often less flammable and more resistant to mildew. That saves a lot on mold removal in the long run!
Now it's time to hang drywall and get that home improvement project underway.
Hanging drywall, all things considered, is relatively easy. But it's highly labor-intensive. In short, hanging drywall can take a long time and tire you out.
While it's entirely possible to take it up as a DIY project, make sure to seek out a professional that knows the ins and outs of repair and reconstruction.
Now, let's start hanging drywall.
First, you'll need:
Before starting any project, you need to be 100% sure of your measurements. It avoids problems down the road and makes life a lot easier when hanging drywall in a room. In particular, measure the width of the piece of drywall.
It's also worth noting that hanging drywall for ceilings first is a great way to make the entire process much more manageable.
This is also where you need to determine which direction, horizontal or vertical, works best for your drywall needs. For example, horizontal drywall panels can make the installation process a little smoother since the screws and edges of panels will be at a better height.
Time to get started. Use your drill, take your drywall screws and insert them into the center of the drywall panel. After establishing a few initial screws, repeat the process proceeding outward to the end of the drywall panel.
The drywall screws need to be uniformly apart (16 inches).
Once you have the hang of the initial process, it's time to add more drywall panels. Repeat the second drywall step as necessary.
Remember, keep those drywall screws 16 inches apart.
The time has come to finish up a section of drywall with the last panel.
For the best results, cut your final piece a bit so it fits perfectly between the last panel and the drywall panel you just put in. About a quarter of an inch should do.
Now, break out that trusty utility knife. Trim a V-groove around the meeting point between the two drywall panels to make putting in the final screw a lot easier.
Ensure that all surfaces are clear of dust before applying primer and paint. Use a wet cloth to help ensure that you don't miss any bit of dust.
Start priming and painting. All that's left is letting your creativity flow. You’re done with the drywall process!
Yes. When you install drywall in your home or business, chances are you're saving on costs, and you're choosing a material that is more robust than something like plaster.
While there are certainly alternatives to drywall, for the time being, it saves on cost and gets the job done.
Whether it's rebuilding after a business fire or renovating your old family home, drywall is a great way to get the ball rolling.
Feel free to give the team at Five Star a call for any labor-intensive projects involving drywall, detailed floor installation, and everything in between.
Want to save some energy and call in the pros? At Five Star, we know how important it is for home and business owners to remodel, repair, and rebuild. As such, we have a large team of experts who have combined years of experience installing drywall, various flooring, and ensuring that your home or business is safe, secure, and up to code.
Give us a call (951-368-2227) to take the weight off
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We are committed to an excellent finished product and even better customer service. Rest assured that when we show up for your restoration needs, you'll be informed, confident and stress-free.
