Walls & Ceilings
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Repair Small Hole
Q: We have a small hole in our wall. Can we repair it ourselves? A: You could buy a book…
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Techniques for Wall Covering Removal
What kind of paper?: Uncoated wallpaper soaks up strippers readily. Or it can be soaked off the wall, paste and…
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Install Acoustic Ceiling
Acoustic ceiling styles: Acoustic ceilings come in two basic styles. A dropped or suspended ceiling is more common. It consists…
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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…
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Drywall Panels and Sheets
Drywall panels cover most walls and ceilings built over the last 40 years. These panels have a layer of gypsum…
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Understanding Plaster
Whether you’re remodeling a kitchen or simply hanging a mirror, an understanding of wall coverings is essential. The two most…
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Insulating a Crawl Space
Q: I just purchased an older home with a couple of separate crawlspaces and would like to know the best…
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Install Ceiling Fan
One of the most sensible solutions to home comfort, the ceiling fan has been helping to heat and cool residences…
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Tip: Prepping Before Wallpapering
Nothing fills a professional paper hanger’s heart with more dread than hearing a potential client say, “My walls are already…
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Paint a Popcorn Ceiling
Texture-sprayed ceilings with the appearance of “popcorn” or “cottage cheese” are very difficult to keep clean; cobwebs and dust around…
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