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For The Do it Your Self Homeowner |
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Drywall Repair for the Do It Your Self Homeowner |
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Drywall Repair Tips |
VERTICAL OR HORIZONTAL INSTALLATIONS |
Apply drywall to leave the fewest possible joints. If the ceiling is less than 8'2"
in height, use a horizontal application for 25% fewer joints than a vertical
one (Fig. 4). If the ceiling is higher than 8'2", install the drywall vertically (Fig. 4). On a two-layer installation, lay the base boards either vertically or horizontally - whichever requires the fewest cuts. Lay the top or finish layer over the base boards according to the preceding instructions. Any seams in the finish layer should be offset at least 10" from the seams in the base layer, or set at right angles from seams. |
SINGLE- OR DOUBLE-LAYER INSTALLATIONS |
A single layer wall of 1/2" or 5/8" drywall is the simplest, fastest and most economical
type of wall construction. Use a double-layer installation where extra fire protection or sound deadening is important. A double-layer installation also reduces the possibility of cracking and the nuisance of nails popping out if the wallboard warps or strains. In a double-layer installation, a 3/8" finish wallboard is usually laid over a 3/8" backing board. |
Installing Drywall Vertical or Horizontal |
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