Drywall Tools and Supplies

Make your drywalling projects easy and efficient with the best tools for hanging and replacing drywall.

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Drywall Screws vs. Wood Screws: How To Choose the Right One

Drywall and wood screws are designed for different purposes. You can sometimes ask one to do the job of the other, but not often.

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Tear Through DIY Projects with the Family Handyman Approved Diablo Demo Demon Saw Blade

If you're planning on adding a window, knocking down a wall or re-roofing your garage, pick up a Diablo Demo...


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We Tested This Internet Hack for Removing Wall Anchors

Can you remove wall anchors with a corkscrew? Whether your corkscrew sits unused for months or sees action daily, here's...


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Family Handyman Approved: Hart Brushless Reciprocating Saw

This reciprocating saw from Hart Tools is a powerful, all-in-one cutting tool with a brushless motor that DIYers will love.


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Drywall Anchors: What To Know Before You Buy

Drywall anchors allow you to hang items safely and securely without having to locate studs.

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A Guide to Drywall Sizes

Drywall comes in many different sizes. Learn how to choose the right drywall size and drywall thickness for your next...


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How to Hang Drywall: Pro Tips for Cutting and Installing

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

Toolipedia: Drywall Screw Gun

Toolipedia: Everything you wanted to know about drywall screw guns.


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Taping Drywall Tips: How to Tape Drywall Joints

Taping drywall can be a daunting task if you don't know the correct techniques. Get the tape coat just right...


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How to Hang Drywall Like a Pro

An easy approach to hanging drywall the right way.


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Tips for Better Drywall Taping

Simple tricks for fast, flawless drywall finishing

How to Hang Drywall: Use a Lift

Hang drywall alone with the right tools and techniques.


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How to Make a Doorway Into an Arch

Using drywall and Masonite to create a curved doorway.


How to Use a Spiral Saw on Drywall

Faster, neater cuts around electrical boxes and ceiling fixtures.


Master the Basics of Drywall: How to Cut Drywall

Learn about the five simple tools and basic techniques you need to successfully cut drywall.


Paper vs. Mesh Drywall Tape: Which One Should You Use?

While it largely depends on personal preference, here are some factors to consider when deciding between paper vs. mesh drywall...

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Create Smooth Walls: A Mudslinger’s Guide

Our pro taper shares his three-day, step-by-step taping routine. He gave us some great tips that will help you end...


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Tips and Techniques for Sanding Drywall

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


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Drywall Finishing Tips From the Pros

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


5 Types of Drywall and When to Use Them

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


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How to Repair a Drywall Crack

Make unsightly flaws in your walls disappear.


How to Install a Corner Bead

Paper-faced corner bead makes taping outside corners a snap


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How to Fix Popped Drywall Nails and Screws

Find out how to fill screw holes in drywall with this step by step guide.


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How to Tape Drywall

A color-coded guide to putting up flat, smooth, perfect walls.


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Drywall Butt Joints Made Easy

Techniques to avoid having to feather out butt joints.

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Wet Sanding Drywall

Choose drywall and try wet sanding to reduce the dust


Patching Drywall: 10 Tips & Techniques

Before you paint a wall you have to prepare the surface, which inevitably involves patching. It's one of the most...


DIY Dictionary: Setting Compound

Setting compound is a powder which, when mixed with water, creates a fast-setting material used to fill gaps and cracks...


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20 Tips & Tricks for Making Drywall Work Easier

We've hung and patched and primed and finished our fair share of drywall. Check out this compilation of tips for...


Use Aluminum Mesh for Fast Drywall Repair

An aluminum screen simplifies hole repair in walls


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How to Tape Drywall With a Banjo

Speedy, trouble-free taping is easy with this pro tool