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 ...

While there is no such thing as a perfect building material, drywall comes pretty close. For one thing, it's dirt cheap, costing about $7 for a 1/2-in.-thick 4 x 8 panel. It's also DIY friendly--about ...

The drywall process on today’s jobsites looks very different than 20 years ago. While tape, mud, and sanding are still important to the process, the way the work gets done has evolved. The tools work ...

For professional drywall installers and contractors, having a pair of drywall stilts on hand is a must. These adjustable stilts simplify the process of working on items above your head. Drywall stilts ...

If you find yourself staring at damaged walls and ceilings in your home, it might be time for a little TLC and an update. The interiors of most homes are covered with gypsum wallboard, which is ...

Drywall mud, also known as joint compound, is a gypsum-based paste used for finishing drywall joints, corners, and for repairing cracks and holes in existing drywall and plaster. Choosing the right ...