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  • Myron puts a screw into drywall

    Why You Should Use Screws Instead of Nails for Drywall

    Screws are superior and faster, especially when using a collated screw gun.

  • Myron stands with tools in a room

    Plan Ahead: Accessing a Drywall Job Site

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

  • Myron lifts up drywall on a lift

    How to Hang Drywall Solo

    Using a “wall lift” can save time and energy all while getting a perfect fit.

  • butt boards

    Butt Boards for Smooth Ceilings

    These butt boards are easy to make on the tablesaw and create a recessed drywall-panel joint that's less visible and easier to finish.

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    How Do I Get a Straight Drywall Joint?

    Myron Ferguson shares tips for preparing framing and for detailing inside corners to avoid inconsistencies in tough areas.

  • Old Walls Furred Flat

    Simple Way to Make Old Walls Straight and Plumb

    Use this fast, foolproof method to deal with problematic framing or depth differences when remodeling.

  • 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.

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