Drywall Hanging

Whether you hang the drywall boards or we do, it's important to properly screw the drywall to the framing. Nothing is worse than having screw pops in a new ceiling. Setting the drywall screws at the correct depth will insure your walls and ceilings stay looking good long into the future. When hanging over existing drywall or plaster it is important to use screws that are long enough to reach at least 3/4" into the framing.

The second thing to consider is the thickness of the drywall. Drywall comes in 1/4", 3/8", 1/2", and 5/8". 5/8" drywall is called type x and is used in garage walls and ceilings that are against occupied space. 1/4" drywall is very flexible and used for curved walls and for laminating over existing cracking plaster. 1/2" drywall is standard and used everywhere else. In bathrooms or basements that are prone to humidity and moisture, it is important to use the green or purple mold and moisture resistant drywall. The paper is treated with a chemical that prevents mold growth and the core of the board has fiberglass fibers to resist sagging in humid environments.