Ultimate Guide to Drywall: Pro Tips for Hanging & Finishing

by John D. Wagner

Pro Tips for Hanging & Finishing will teach any reader to install and repair drywall with the confidence of a professional. With 445 detailed drawings and photographs, Drywall leads the reader, step by step, through the processes of measuring, cutting, installing, and finishing drywall ceilings and walls. In addition to standard drywall practices, the book also covers more advanced topics such as applying drywall to curved walls and installing drywall over steel studs. Corner treatments and the specialized tools used to install drywall are also covered. Get the inside track on working with drywall with special tips from professional drywall contractors.

Genres: Home Improvement

Paperback

First published September 28, 1999

Reviews

[Benjamin Page · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book definitely gives a great view of professional drywalling, but for someone looking for thorough knowledge, I would definitely not advise relying SOLELY on this book for research. There were at least two missed opportunities for elaboration on procedure, and there has been at least one improvement in best practices (regarding surface paper tearing) that was not reflected in the newest printing. That being said, the book does do a great job of explaining the concepts of drywalling, includes illustrations of almost every step of the process, and provides a neat formula for determining a radius from an arc. Though the book is pretty comprehensive, I would recommend it as a great starting point or quick reference guide. This book will be great for many beginners who already possess a talent for working with their hands, but it may or may not take the clueless all the way there.

[Susan Janda · Rating 5 out of 5]

When I first started hanging drywall, I learned the hard way how important it is to stagger seams and use the right screws. Taping and mudding takes patience, but a clean finish makes all the difference. I picked up some great tips from https://drywallrepairlaredo.com, which really helped me improve my technique and avoid rookie mistakes like over-sanding or uneven corners.