Hanging Sheetrock On Walls

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

Hanging sheetrock on walls.

5 8 inch is heaviest and the most soundproof. Cover outside corners with a metal corner. 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.

Make sure the end of the drywall falls across the center of a joist or stud. Get the rock up fast preparation and ordering. For outside corners install the first panel so its end is flush with the studs on the adjoining wall. 3 8 inch is best to cover existing walls.

Press the panel firmly against the wall to transfer the chalk markings to the back of the drywall. Hoist bottom row with. The panel can now be positioned on the wall and attached with screws or nails. Then remove the panel and use a wallboard saw or rotary drywall cutout tool to complete the cutout along the marks.

When hanging drywall the ultimate goal is to create the fewest number of seams possible. 1 4 inch is the choice for curved walls and arches. Hoist the ceiling sheets overhead and tack them into place using a crutch made of 2x2s to support the. This means working with the largest drywall panels and pieces you can handle safely.

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.