“Mudding,” the process of applying multiple thin coats of drywall compound to the joints and screw indentations in newly hung drywall, sounds messy, and it is. When done correctly, the result is a ...

For smooth drywall, choose a roller with a shorter nap (about 1/4 inch to 3/8 inch). This will apply a thin, even layer without leaving a textured finish. If your walls have a skim coat with more ...

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 ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." Holes happen, especially in drywall. Sometimes they happen on purpose and sometimes by accident. You ...

Dear James: My son just left for college, and his bedroom walls are pretty worn with quite a few holes. When the paper surface gets damaged from an impact, it doesn’t take much for a hole to form ...

Installing drywall, by its nature, leaves seams at the joins between panels, as well as screw holes. These must be hidden before painting for an even appearance. To finish drywall, start by driving ...