Q: I have several drywall defects in my home that must be repaired. What are some tips you can share about repairing these? Is this really a do-it-yourself task, or should I call in a pro? A: You and ...

It’s fine to fill screw holes and other small wall dings with patching compound, but for larger drywall repairs, it’s best to ...

Everyone at one time or another will be faced with damaged drywall that needs repair. Whether it is because a well intended friend helping you move furniture drives the corner of a dresser through the ...

Q. I'm a remodeling novice, and I'm going to be doing some drywall work soon. I've never worked with the material and have no idea how to cut it. Not only do I have to cut new sheets to size, but I ...

Drywall, made of a crumbly fire resistant substance called gypsum, can be used to cover conventional bare stud walls or damaged substructure and plaster walls. Larry Haney Painting and Pressure ...

Drywall can easily get damaged in a bathroom due to water splashes and high humidity. To repair a water-damaged wall near a shower, use a drywall patch.