
Drywall Screws vs. Wood Screws: How To Choose the Right One
Drywall and wood screws are designed for different purposes. You can sometimes ask one to do the job of the other, but not often.


Tear Through DIY Projects with the Family Handyman Approved Diablo Demo Demon Saw Blade
If you're planning on adding a window, knocking down a wall or re-roofing your garage, pick up a Diablo Demo...


We Tested This Internet Hack for Removing Wall Anchors
Can you remove wall anchors with a corkscrew? Whether your corkscrew sits unused for months or sees action daily, here's...


Family Handyman Approved: Hart Brushless Reciprocating Saw
This reciprocating saw from Hart Tools is a powerful, all-in-one cutting tool with a brushless motor that DIYers will love.


Drywall Anchors: What To Know Before You Buy
Drywall anchors allow you to hang items safely and securely without having to locate studs.


A Guide to Drywall Sizes
Drywall comes in many different sizes. Learn how to choose the right drywall size and drywall thickness for your next...


How to Hang Drywall: Pro Tips for Cutting and Installing
A good framing crew makes drywall hangers whistle while they work. Follow these great hanging suggestions, and you can make...

Everything to Know About a Drywall Screw Gun
Toolipedia: Everything you wanted to know about drywall screw guns.


Taping Drywall Tips: How to Tape Drywall Joints
Taping drywall can be a daunting task if you don't know the correct techniques. Get the tape coat just right...


How to Hang Drywall Like a Pro
An easy approach to hanging drywall the right way.


Tips for Better Drywall Taping
Simple tricks for fast, flawless drywall finishing


How to Make a Doorway Into an Arch
Using drywall and Masonite to create a curved doorway.

How To Cut Drywall Like a Pro
Learn about the five simple tools and basic techniques you need to successfully cut drywall.

Paper vs. Mesh Drywall Tape: Which One Should You Use?
While it largely depends on personal preference, here are some factors to consider when deciding between paper vs. mesh drywall...


Create Smooth Walls: A Mudslinger’s Guide
Our pro taper shares his three-day, step-by-step taping routine. He gave us some great tips that will help you end...


Tips and Techniques for Sanding Drywall
All the best tips and techniques for a smooth drywall surface.


Drywall Finishing Tips From the Pros
We'll walk you through professional advice for drywall finishing to achieve smoother walls and less wasted time.

5 Types of Drywall and When to Use Them
Drywall, aka plasterboard, wallboard, gypsumboard or Sheetrock (a brand name), is actually a lot more interesting than you might think....


How to Repair a Drywall Crack
Make unsightly flaws in your walls disappear.

How To Install a Paper-Faced Drywall Corner Bead
Paper-faced corner bead makes taping outside corners a snap


How to Fix Popped Drywall Nails and Screws
Find out how to fill screw holes in drywall with this step by step guide.


How to Tape Drywall
A color-coded guide to putting up flat, smooth, perfect walls.


Drywall Butt Joints Made Easy
Techniques to avoid having to feather out butt joints.


Wet Sanding Drywall
Choose drywall and try wet sanding to reduce the dust

Patching Drywall: 10 Tips & Techniques
Before you paint a wall you have to prepare the surface, which inevitably involves patching. It's one of the most...


DIY Dictionary: Setting Compound
Setting compound is a powder which, when mixed with water, creates a fast-setting material used to fill gaps and cracks...


20 Tips & Tricks for Making Drywall Work Easier
We've hung and patched and primed and finished our fair share of drywall. Check out this compilation of tips for...

Drywall Finishing with Setting-Type Joint Compound
Here's why it's worth it to use setting drywall compound.