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Drywall Textures and Styles
There are two basic drywall finish styles: smooth and textured. Textured finishes range from light to medium and heavy, with both simple and complex textures. There are two types of smooth wall finish: smooth for wallpaper and smooth for paint (smooth for paint leaves a…
Designer Touches with Drywall
Styles of drywall have changed a lot over the years. Using drywall techniques to add new architectural or design touches, or simply retexturing ceilings and walls, can dramatically change the overall appearance of a home with a relatively small investment. Following are some basic ideas…
Repair Small Hole
Q: We have a small hole in our wall. Can we repair it ourselves? A: You could buy a book in a home improvement store or even online which can show you how to patch drywall, and do it yourself with some…
More Articles About Walls & Ceilings
Paint Over Paneling
Nicotine Stains on Walls and Ceilings
Repair Small Hole
Insulating a Crawl Space
Removing Wallpaper
Wainscoting
Drywall Installation Techniques
Designer Touches with Drywall
Checklist: Winterize Your Home
Wall and Ceiling Cleaning
Acoustic Ceiling Cleaning
Create a Turn-of-the-Century Look With Metal Ceilings
Techniques for Wall Covering Removal
Paint a Popcorn Ceiling
Types of Wall Coverings
Install Wall Coverings
Tip: Insulation Basics
“Upgrade Batt, Rolled or Poured Insulation ”
Upgrade Insulation
Install Acoustic Ceiling
Drywall Textures and Styles
Drywall Panels and Sheets
Understanding Plaster
Install Ceiling Fan
Tip: Prepping Before Wallpapering
