What it's used for: High-speed filling and taping of seams between drywall panels If you do serious work around the house, you've probably dealt with drywall. Most DIYers tackle the seams between ...

Installing drywall, by its nature, leaves seams at the joins between panels, as well as screw holes. These must be hidden before painting for an even appearance. To finish drywall, start by driving ...

I hope most of us know that the solid walls in our homes are not solid at all but rather many individual boards blended together by applying paper tape and a material called joint compound. This ...

Drywall is one of the most important components of a home’s interior. It provides smooth walls and ceilings, improves fire resistance, enhances insulation, and creates the finished appearance that ...

Every house, at some point in time, needs a repair made to a drywall or plaster wall or ceiling. To save money, you might have tried this -- and failed. It's tough to get professional results, but it ...

Q. I’m building a new home. Because of the booming economy and shortage of great help, I might be forced to hang and finish the drywall myself. I’ve done a few repairs here and there and wonder if ...