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- How to Remove Ugly Wallpaper from DrywallIf pulling your wallpaper takes the drywall with it, try a chemical wallpaper remover.
10 Tips on Preparing Walls for Drywall InstallationAfter drywall is hung on your walls, it is a real struggle to make repairs or adjustments. It is of the utmost importance to do the job right the first time. Here are some tips on how to prepare your walls before you hang the drywall.- How to Repair Drywall Dents, Holes and MoreHoles and cracks in drywall are pretty easy to repair and the materials don't cost that much, either!
- How to Build a Half Wall with OutletsOne way to separate a room into smaller sections while maintaining an open feel throughout is by constructing a half wall.
A Friend is Shoved Through Drywall and We Spend the Rest of the Night Fixing the HoleA short story (non-fiction) written for my english class about how a friend of mine was pushed through a wall and how we fixed. This story is told in a comedic way
Drywall Texture BasicsMost drywall has some sort of texture applied to the surface to hide the imperfections and seams. Learn the basics of drywall texturing right here.- How to Patch a Simple Nail Hole in Drywall Using ToothpasteToothpaste temporarily patches up nail holes in dry wall in a hurry.
My Experience with DIY Drywall, Wood Trim and Door Frame RepairWhen I moved into my house, I noticed that the gentlemen that helped me move, had dinged and dented many of my walls, door frames and trim. If this has happened to you, here is how to fix the damage.
How I Repaired a Small Hole in My DrywallDoing home repairs yourself can be a bit overwhelming, but with the right knowledge you can be successful at DIY projects. This is the process I used repaired a hole in my drywall.- Repair that Hole in the WallThis article explains how to repair a hole in your drywall.
- How to Install DrywallA step by step guide to installing drywall panels
- Easy Drywall FixesDrywall repair made simple! These tips give you three options to making drywall repair for the do-it-yourselfer alot easier
Drywalling, Changing Oil, and "Getting a Life" - an Author Learns Six New SkillsA list of new experiences taken on by the author this year. From home improvements and simple repairs to expanding social interaction, Claude Silver checks in with a mid-year report.- Review of Wall Span Self Adhesive Drywall PatchA self adhesive patch for fixing holes in drywall. Very easy to use and it won't rust.
Tax Deduction for Damage from Corrosive DrywallIf you have had to make repairs to your home and/or household appliances due to damage from corrosive drywall, you can claim a casualty loss deduction on your federal income tax return. You have up to three years to claim a deduction for a prior year.- How to Install DrywallHanging drywall requires more strength than skill, but if you haven't done it before, taping and finishing the joints may be challenging. Practice on scrap before starting the walls.
- How to Patch Drywall like a Pro!Settlement cracks, holes, cracked butt joints and nail/screw punctures are easily repaired without having to call in a contractor.
- Drywall Inspection Tips: Mold & Water DamageDrywall is a very common product used for the internal walls in many homes. Looking at some drywall inspection tips, you may find that the areas on the walls suffering damage are better felt rather than found by looking.
- Tainted Chinese Drywall and What to Do About ItA new document from the National Association of Home Builders contains guidelines for the remediation and removal of tainted drywall from China. Find out here what some of the recommendations are.
Drywall Patching Made Easy!Did that loud wild party lead to someone getting a little too rowdy and punching his fist through your apartment wall? Well now you better fix it or you can forget that security deposit you left with the landlord.- What You Need to Know About SheetrockHome Renovation is a stressful time as well as an expensive task. Wouldn't it only make sense to cut cost by performing a task as simple as hanging drywall by yourself if you knew how? Well, now you will by reading this article.
How to Repair Holes in CeilingHoles in the ceiling can occur as a result of water damage from a roof leak or from the removal of a light fixture. No matter what the reason for the hole, your main goal should be to fix it quickly.- How to Fix the Economy and Boost the Real Estate MarketThe U.S. government should take responsibility to do things right by all the people affected by Chinese drywall in their homes.
- How to Finish a Basement CeilingFinishing a basement ceiling is one of the steps in converting your basement into livable space.
Basement101: DrywallRemodeling your basement starts with drywall. Learn the basics here.- Tips for Removing Caulk from DrywallCaulk is not often used on drywall, but you'll occasionally find it sealing the crack between the wallboard and another material like a countertop or backsplash. In these cases, it's important to minimize the damage to the wall while removing the caulk.
- Wet Sanding DrywallSanding drywall mud after it has set-up and dried is a messy and dusty process. One way to limit the dust and mess is to wet sand the drywall mud.
Corrosive Drywall Tax ReliefThe IRS is authorized to provide a tax relief for homeowners who had to replace corrosive drywall damage in their homes.- Do it Yourself Drywall ReapirIf you need to tackle repairing your drywall without the aid of a professional, here are a few tools and tips that might help.
- How to Fix Water Damaged WallsInterior walls with water damage can easily grow mold and will have to be repainted. Unfortunately, drywall does not withstand water damage well.
Corrosive Drywall Tax Relief: IRS Guidance for Tax ComputationThe IRS issued guidance on 9/30/10 regarding relief to homeowners who have suffered property losses due to the effects of certain imported drywall installed in homes between 2001 and 2009. Links to IRS information.- Selling Your Home Maintenance: Repairing WallsDamaged walls can easily persuade a prospective home buyer to look elsewhere. Learn some inexpensive wall repair tricks to get your house sold.
- TAX - Relief for Homeowners Who Suffered Losses from Hazardous Imported Drywall InstallationsThe Internal Revenue Service (IRS) decides to offer tax deduction benefit to those taxpayers who suffered casualty losses from such faulty imported drywalls.
- How to Remove Plaster Texture from Painted WallsYou can remove the plaster texture from a painted wall and resurface the wall so it is completely flat. The materials required to complete this job are very inexpensive, but plan on investing some time to get the walls that you want.
- Corrosive Drywall Tax Relief Available to HomeownersImported drywall has plagued homeowners for years. Tax relief is now available for those affected.
How to Insulate Basement WallsIf you have ever thought about finishing your basement and turning it into usable space but were turned off from doing so because the room is too cold or too expensive to heat you may want to consider insulating the walls.- Tips on Dealing with DrywallSure, it's fun to punch a hole in drywall everyone once in a while. Working with drywall isn't as much fun, but you do need to take some hints, tips and advice under consideration.
- Three Simple Drywall FixesYou don't have to be a master drywall finisher to use these three simple drywall fixes for holes, dents or gouges.
How to Hang a Heavy Mirror on DrywallYou can make the process of hanging a heavy mirror on drywall easier and add longterm support to the mirror by using light fixture chains or decorative shelf support brackets. Here's how.
How to Repair Major Drywall DamageThis article will attempt to explain how to repair large nine inch or larger drywall holes.
