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Drywall is a strong material, resistant to fire but easy to repair when suffering minor damage. Learn about using this versatile home repair material. See more »
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Drywall and plaster make up almost every room. Learn how to install, maintain and repair drywall, plaster and paneling.
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Drywall
Drywall is a strong material, resistant to fire but easy to repair when suffering minor damage. Learn about using this versatile home repair material.
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Is your drywall making you sick?
During the housing boom of the early 2000s, drywall manufacturers couldn't keep up, so builders turned to China. And while there was plenty of cheap drywall, it also could be toxic.
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What is the difference between drywall and plaster?
When building a home or remodeling, people usually think about the granite countertops, the extensive square footage or the number of windows in the new space. But what about the walls?
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What is this bumpy stuff on my ceiling that looks like popcorn or cottage cheese?
What is this bumpy stuff on my ceiling that looks like popcorn or cottage cheese?
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Drywall Repair
Drywall holes are easy to fix, even without a drywall repair kit. Learn how to fix both small and large holes in drywall in this article.
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How Drywall Works
You see it everywhere, but you pay it no attention. Despite its versatility and popularity with builders, few people know where drywall comes from or how it's made.
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How to Drywall
Sturdy but simple, drywall has become the most reliable material for walls and ceilings. Get to know drywall, and learn the steps to installing it in your home and making repairs when it suffers damage.
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How to Fix Cracked Plaster in 4 Steps
Older homes often have lath-and-plaster walls. Latex paint will hide hairline cracks in plaster, but only temporarily. Larger cracks actually are easier to fix. Learn how to repair cracked plaster.
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How to Fix Drywall Holes
Drywall can withstand only limited abuse. A door flung open too hard can produce a doorknob-size hole in the wall. Find out how to fix both small and large holes in drywall.
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How to Fix Popped Drywall Nails
Drywall, like all building materials, has its own characteristics and problems. As the wood studs age and shrink, nails and screws loosen and pop out of the wood. Learn how to fix popped drywall nails.
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How to Hang Wallpaper
With the wide assortment of wallpapers available today, choosing among them can be as hard as putting them up. Today's wallpapers are easier to handle and more rip-resistant. Learn how to hang wallpaper.
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How to Install Drywall
Installing drywall can be easy, but taping the joints between panels requires some practice. Furthermore, you'll need key tools and key skills to construct smooth, sturdy walls. It's all in this article, so keep reading.
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How to Install Drywall
Hanging drywall can be done by a do-it-yourselfer, but joining the pieces together does take some practice. Learn how to install drywall in your home.
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How to Install Wall Treatments
You don't need to hire professionals to take care of messy walls. Instead, you can just cover them up with our creative wall treatments. Learn to cover walls with stucco, fabric, paneling, brick, and tiles.
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How to Remove Wallpaper
Stripping off the old wall covering is usually wiser than leaving it on. New coverings adhere better to stripped-down surfaces. There are several ways to approach the job. Learn how to remove wallpaper.
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Repairing Cracked Plaster
Plaster is both durable and good-looking, but it inevitably develops cracks. Learn about repairing cracked plaster in this home improvement article.
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Repairing Drywall Holes
Learn all about repairing drywall holes -- both large and small -- in this informative article. You'll even find step-by-step instructions.
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Repairing Popped Nails
Before painting, fix nail pops in drywall to ensure the problem doesn't reoccur. Learn all about repairing popped nails in this helpful article.
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