Installation Techniques That Make a Difference The way you install drywall plays a big role in its effectiveness. Even the best materials won’t work if they’re not installed correctly. Pay attention ...

Dear Ronald: Installing drywall over old paneling is one method to improve the appearance of a room. As you noted, it can be a difficult task to extend all the window and door trim to fit over the ...

Dear James: My parents' older house had plaster walls, but most builders now use drywall. I'm making a room addition. Which interior wall material is best to use? — Melanie N. Dear Melanie: From the ...

I reached a major milestone in my basement makeover by starting the drywall installation. The unfinished space finally began looking like a real room after weeks of preparation. #DIY #Drywall #Basemen ...

When you want to fasten something to a wall but aren’t able to put the screw into a wall stud, you need to know how to use a drywall anchor. This little gadget allows you to support a load from the ...

Dear Melanie: From the standpoint of function and appearance, plaster is clearly the better interior wall surface material. Lucky for you, real plaster walls are making a strong, and even better ...