Drywall, 3rd Edition

In this colorful, informative book you’ll find everything you’ve ever wanted to know about drywall installation -- starting from how to plan the job, through estimating materials, to the types of tools and materials available today. You’ll learn how to hang drywall on practically every type of surface, how to tape practically any type of joint, and how to sand and texture for a perfect surface.

You’ll find the answers to elaborate hanging techniques - like off-angle corners, curved walls and barrel ceilings, archways, butted seams, bullnose corners, butting drywall to different surfaces, multilayered applications, cement board, control joints and even decorating ideas you may have never seen before - like using drywall for wainscoting and multilayer ceilings.

Then there’s a section on repairing holes, cracks, water damage and stains to bring them to complete restoration. Also includes information on painting, texturing and wall covering to help you complete the process.

A new chapter has been added to this best-selling book on drywall installation techniques, including new, sound-deadening materials for soundproofing you can apply to any room.