Drywall

Flattening a Wall

Avoid removing drywall and shimming studs to remedy a recess in a wall by filling the low spot with setting compound.
Taping Drywall Ceilings

Myron Ferguson walks us through the proper sequence for taping seams on ceilings and includes helpful tips to achieve professional results.
Drywall Joint-Compound Options

Myron introduces the most common types of drywall mud, and he explains where he uses them and why, depending on the needs of the specific job.
Three Tape Options for Drywall

Drywall expert Myron Ferguson introduces us to mesh, paper, and fiberglass mat tapes and explains where and why he uses each one.
No-Trim Drywall Returns for Windows

Instead of wood returns and casing, drywall is a great no-trim option for a clean look that's more affordable.
Cutting Out Drywall for Doorways

In this video, Myron Ferguson introduces a drywall saw as an alternative to using a router when cutting out doorways.
Drywall Spanning a Band Joist

Avoid cracking and hard-to-hide seams with smart panel placement and by using drywall adhesive instead of screws at the band joist.
Hang Drywall on the Ceiling the Right Way

Follow along as Myron explains how to make straight seams and accurate holes for electrical boxes when hanging ceilings.
Why You Should Use Screws Instead of Nails for Drywall

Screws are superior and faster, especially when using a collated screw gun.
Plan Ahead: Accessing a Drywall Job Site

Evaluating your job-site access before drywall delivery will save you time and labor.

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Fine Homebuilding Magazine

In every issue you'll find...

Drywall

Flattening a Wall

Taping Drywall Ceilings

Drywall Joint-Compound Options

Three Tape Options for Drywall

No-Trim Drywall Returns for Windows

Cutting Out Drywall for Doorways

Drywall Spanning a Band Joist

Hang Drywall on the Ceiling the Right Way

Why You Should Use Screws Instead of Nails for Drywall

Plan Ahead: Accessing a Drywall Job Site

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