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Drywall

Jab-Saw Stand-in

A sawblade and locking pliers make an improvised tool for cutting drywall.
Repairing Water Damage

If your walls or ceilings get wet because of leaky plumbing or a damaged roof, first fix the leak, and then seal stains and patch drywall as necessary.
Repairing Stress Cracks

Fix cracks along seams or on the face of drywall by cutting a V-groove and taping over them—but be sure the building has stopped moving first.
Common Remodeling Drywall Repairs

Whether you're eliminating an electrical box, a door, or a window, you'll have some drywall patching to do.
Repairing Holes in Drywall

Here's how to fix everything from a ding from a doorknob to a much larger patch job.
Repairing Popped Drywall Fasteners

Secure nail pops and similar problems with additional screws before fixing the visible damage.
Plastering and Plaster Repair

Traditional plastering is a master craft, but repairs are comparatively straightforward.
Decorative Plaster Finishes

Applied by trowel, clay plaster and Venetian plaster are popular alternatives to smooth or textured drywall finishes.
Layering Drywall

Try these decorating effects when you want to go beyond plain, flat drywall.
Drywall Control Joints

Expansion joints help to control ridging between panels that cross structural joints.

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