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Drywall Textures and Styles
There are two basic drywall finish styles: smooth and textured. Textured finishes range from light to medium and heavy, with both simple and complex textures. There are two types of smooth wall finish: smooth for wallpaper and smooth for paint (smooth for paint…
Tip: Prepping Before Wallpapering
Nothing fills a professional paper hanger’s heart with more dread than hearing a potential client say, “My walls are already smooth and ready for paper.” That usually means the customer has wasted time, effort and/or money preparing walls that will still not be…
Drywall Panels and Sheets
Drywall panels cover most walls and ceilings built over the last 40 years. These panels have a layer of gypsum sandwiched between heavy paper facings. A waterproof type sometimes called green board is used in bathrooms and other areas subject to heavy moisture. The sheets,…
Upgrade Insulation
You’ll know when your insulation needs to be repaired or upgraded—you’ll feel cold air seeping in from seams around windows or doors, or a portion of wall or ceiling will be colder than other sections. Insulation can settle in rafters or within the wall, or…
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