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

Some of the drywall paper came off with the old glue. It looks horrible. A home center employee told me I have to put in new drywall. This can't be true.

DEAR TIM: I was removing an ugly ceramic tile backsplash in my kitchen. Some of the drywall paper came off with the old glue. It looks horrible. A home center employee told me I have to put in new … ...

The common drywall that's found in many homes is made with fairly high-technology paper. You'd be surprised how thick the actual paper is. You can see it if you look closely at a cross section of ...

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

Some of the drywall paper came off with the old glue. It looks horrible. A home center employee told me I have to put in new drywall. This can’t be true.

You want the screw head to be 1/16 inch below the surface of the drywall paper. Drive it too far and you’ll tear the paper around the screw head, reducing the holding power of the screw.

Drywall is a staple in most homes, offering smooth, clean walls that can last for years. But accidents happen—holes, cracks, and water damage are inevitable over time.

When you install fresh drywall, it's tempting to jump straight to painting. After all, fresh surfaces are a blank canvas, right? Uh, not quite. Before that first coat goes on, primer is a must.

You want the screw head to be 1/16 inch below the surface of the drywall paper. Drive it too far and you’ll tear the paper around the screw head, reducing the holding power of the screw.