Obtaining a bid stresses homeowners. Arm yourself with information by reading about the work you want to do, draw a plan outlining your needs as precisely as you can, or develop a good description of your desired job to give to all contractors. This will obtain bids on the same work so that you can make comparisons.
Setting type joint compounds can be used for plaster repair. No sanding is involved if the joint compound is used correctly. Here are some makers of joint compounds that all make a quality product.
A bid for time and material pricing may not be in your best interest. Fixed price bids lend more cost control than payment by the hour. Before signing a time and material contract, read this.
Drywall finishing is not as simple as it is shown on TV. These drywall finishing techniques can help you get a professional finish. Working with joint compound and drywall taping requires hand-eye coordination and practice.
An AsktheBuilder.com reader asked me about which direction she should be hanging drywall sheets on steel studs. Drywall hanging on steel studs should be done horizontally.
Veneer plaster saves dust and money. Regular plastering techniques changed when plaster veneer came on the market. Veneer plaster is an affordable alternative to conventional plaster for finishing drywall.
Here are some manufacturers of gypsum veneer plaster and plaster veneer products. For more information about plaster, contact the USG Corporation.
Plastering is an art. Plaster techniques require tremendous hand-eye coordination. Just as with any construction trade, do it yourself plastering also requires experience.
Patching plaster cracks is one of the most frequently asked questions I get. Here is how you can repair plaster cracks and plaster holes. Homeowners who try plaster repair without these tips are constantly bothered by cracks which reappear after they have been repaired.
Drywall finishing requires hand-eye coordination. For professional results, practice drywall taping skills, mixing the compound correctly and use the right paint primer. Read more about these drywall finishing tips.
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