Drywall

Drywall is the standard wall covering in North America, but plaster is making a comeback. Compare them before starting an...

An easy-to-use stud finder and scanner, ideal for all levels of DIYer.

Family Handyman readers were busy during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown in 2020, diving into their to-do lists. Here we take...

Give your windows trimless style using drywall returns.

Sometimes all it takes is the right product to make a quick and easy fix.

Your house can't talk, but it can give you hints of failure, if you pay attention. Learn what your house...

Here’s a better way to hang pictures and other light items on drywall.

A good framing crew makes drywall hangers whistle while they work. Follow these great hanging suggestions, and you can make...

From old newsprint to weapons to mummified animals, we asked our readers to show us treasures they found behind the...

This article walks you through the 'Do's and Don'ts' of drywall installation. It will help you avoid seven common mistakes...

A new approach for smoothing rough walls that's easy to master

Can drywall anchors really be trusted to bear their rated weight? We conducted a HomeLAB test to find out.

Straight from top pro woodworkers—ultra-clever tips for getting the most from your table saw.

Gary Wentz is a carpenter and the Editor-in-Chief of The Family Handyman. He claims to have torn out more than...

Using drywall and Masonite to create a curved doorway.

Every year, 15 million pounds of drywall are produced in the U.S. Most of it goes on walls, but around...

All the best tips and techniques for a smooth drywall surface.

We'll walk you through professional advice for drywall finishing to achieve smoother walls and less wasted time.

Drywall, aka plasterboard, wallboard, gypsumboard or Sheetrock (a brand name), is actually a lot more interesting than you might think....

Techniques and tools for sanding drywall like a pro so it's perfectly smooth, plus tips for dust control.