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Mold poses a serious threat to modern households, both in terms of our finances and our health. Thankfully, there are steps you can take to mitigate those risks and to prevent mold from becoming a major issue in your home.Among those steps is the use of mold-resistant drywall. Here’s some background on how mold and drywall interact and how you can go about keeping the fungus from developing in your home.How mold growsMold thrives in damp areas where moisture is prevalent. It starts small and beg …

Texturing on walls often goes unnoticed until it’s time to make a repair or undergo a renovation. It may seem at first glance like an unnecessary and purely aesthetic feature of your home, but there are several benefits to texturing that you’ll want to consider before you decide to skip this step and go right ahead to painting.Here is a breakdown of what texturing is, the purpose it serves on the walls in your home, and various different ways to get the job done.Why should you texture your walls …

Drywall installation is as much of an art as it is a science, meaning there is plenty of room for error when performed by those not well-versed in the tricks of the trade. It’s easy to miss a detail or two that can cause the project to get out of hand pretty quickly, costing you both time and money while leading to subpar results.Here are five common drywall installation mistakes and how to make sure you steer clear of them on your next project.Driving screws too deepIt’s pretty easy to accident …

Drywall work isn’t always a perfect process, even for experienced pros who sometimes feel like they could complete a job in their sleep. There is always a lot of room for error and a lot of opportunity for things to go wrong. We always do our best to minimize that opportunity, but mistakes are not always avoidable.Thankfully, there is almost always a solution to whatever the issue may be.The issueIn this case, the issue is a gap between the drywall and the ceiling, which may have happened for a …

Hanging and finishing drywall is messy work, and it’s easy for your tools to become pretty nasty in a hurry throughout the course of a project as joint compound (mud) sticks to them and gets caked on. Not only is this unsightly, but it also affects the performance and durability of your tools if you let mud build up and fail to provide proper maintenance on a regular basis.Knowing how to effectively clean your tools will also keep you from having to spend money replacing them quite as often. Her …

There are many different processes and methods that go into finishing drywall, and one of the most common is taping and floating. It can be difficult for beginners to do well but it is fairly straightforward and easy to get the hang of after a few attempts. Here’s a breakdown of what taping and floating is and how to go about doing it correctly to finish your next drywall project.What is taping and floating?Taping and floating refers to the way drywall is finished after it’s hung, and is perform …

For the most part drywall installation is a relatively straightforward process. However there is some nuance when it comes to the drywall finishing process. Drywall finishing is where things can become a bit more complex and time-consuming, as it’s the true final step in every project.Depending on the location the finish may not be as complicated, however any tool marks or depressions missed during the finishing process will be visible once the project ends. You need to make sure you’re ending u …

A pair of drywall stilts are a must-have for any serious drywall job, and drywall contractor. They provide a range of benefits from saving time and money to improving the look and performance of your work. Our goal is to help you pick out the best brand to get the job done.First you need to figure out what you are looking for and why. Are you looking for adjustable drywall stilts with secure leg straps? Are you looking for aluminum drywall stilts or magnesium drywall stilts, and why does this ma …

Tools that last and perform effectively are essential to completing consistently high-quality drywall work – and work of any kind, for that matter. Faulty or worn drywall tools can prevent you from completing jobs on time and can result in shoddy, hazardous work throughout and following the project.The quality and reliability of your work are crucial components, and strengths your tools should possess, as well. Here are some signs that may indicate your tools are damaged and some tips on what to …

There are few things more frustrating than a crack or hole appearing in your drywall, and while there are certain steps you can take to reduce the likelihood of either taking shape, sometimes they are simply inevitable. When cracks or holes do arise, most are fairly easy to repair in not much time – if you know what you’re working with. The way you’ll want to repair the damage will depend primarily on the size, type, and location of the crack or hole. Here’s a trio of step-by-step breakdowns for …