Young House Love


Book Description

This New York Times bestselling book is filled with hundreds of fun, deceptively simple, budget-friendly ideas for sprucing up your home. With two home renovations under their (tool) belts and millions of hits per month on their blog YoungHouseLove.com, Sherry and John Petersik are home-improvement enthusiasts primed to pass on a slew of projects, tricks, and techniques to do-it-yourselfers of all levels. Packed with 243 tips and ideas—both classic and unexpected—and more than 400 photographs and illustrations, this is a book that readers will return to again and again for the creative projects and easy-to-follow instructions in the relatable voice the Petersiks are known for. Learn to trick out a thrift-store mirror, spice up plain old roller shades, "hack" your Ikea table to create three distinct looks, and so much more.




Drywall


Book Description

Shows how to hang, tape, and finish drywall. Includes proven installation techniques and the latest tools and materials. 445 color photographs and drawings.




Black & Decker Working with Drywall


Book Description

Hanging and finishing drywall is quite possibly the one job that do-it-yourselfers dislike the most. It’s messy, it’s tedious and even small imperfections appear glaring when the walls and ceilings are painted. Working with Drywall gives a fresh perspective on this maligned but essential task. It goes beyond the basics of installing drywall to reveal all the secrets any homeowner needs to know to transform “rocking and mudding” from a chore into a true pleasure.




The Gypsum Construction Handbook


Book Description

The best one-volume reference in the construction industry for drywall, veneer plaster, conventional plaster, cement board, framing, finishing, decorating, and acoustical ceilings. The Gypsum Construction Handbook also features information on tools and safety practices, and contains a glossary of construction terms and a list of agencies and associations. A comprehensive index directs you to the specific piece of information you are looking for.




Installing and Finishing Drywall


Book Description

Color photographs, detailed drawings, and step-by-step instructions explain how to install and finish drywall, with expert advice on building codes, tools, materials, and techniques.




The Gypsum Construction Handbook


Book Description

The tried-and-true Gypsum Construction Handbook is a systematic guide to selecting and using gypsum drywall, veneer plaster, tile backers, ceilings, and conventional plaster building materials. A widely respected training text for aspiring architects and engineers, the book provides detailed product information and efficient installation methodology. The Seventh Edition features updates in gypsum products, including ultralight panels, glass-mat panels, paperfaced plastic bead, and ultralightweight joint compound, and modern specialty acoustical and ceiling product guidelines. This comprehensive reference also incorporates the latest in sustainable products.




Drywall


Book Description

Watch veteran drywaller Myron Ferguson at work and learn all the tricks and techniques he uses to create smooth, unblemished walls and ceilings.




Black & Decker Working with Drywall


Book Description

A guide to hangin and repairing drywall, including tools and techniques to do a professional job.




Drywall


Book Description

Drywall is by far the most popular and practical material for finishing interior walls. This book provides an extensive survey of tools and materials, as well as the mechanics of estimating, cutting, hanging, and finishing the panels. It also deals with difficult situations such as hanging ceilings, curved walls, and stairwells; patching holes; trouble-shooting; and applying special finishes.




Drywall Essentials Quick-Card


Book Description

NEW! This extended, 6-page guide covers the basics of the Drywall. Great for contractors, property owners... anyone who needs a quick overview of the basics involved in this key building phase.* The Basics* Types of Drywall* Drywall Fasteners* Measuring and Cutting Drywall* Hanging and Fastening Drywall* Taping and Finishing Drywall* Sound Insulation* Fire Resistance