Wall Repair 101: How To Fix a Hole in Drywall in 6 Easy Steps
How to repair a small hole in drywall in six simple steps.
How to Sand Drywall With Minimal Dust
Techniques and tools for sanding drywall like a pro so it's perfectly smooth, plus tips for dust control.
The Most Common Drywall Mistakes DIYers Make and How To Avoid Them
The dos and don'ts of hanging drywall.
How Much Weight Can Drywall Anchors Hold?
Can drywall anchors really be trusted to bear their rated weight? We conducted a HomeLAB test to find out.
11 Tips for Patching Drywall to Achieve a Paint-Ready Finish
Patching is one of the most important steps to prep for painting. Here's how to get it right.
These Brilliant Tips Will Make Drywall Work Easier and Faster
We've hung and patched and primed and finished our fair share of drywall. Check out this compilation of tips to...
How To Remove a Popcorn Ceiling
Smooth over that old ceiling is easy.
10 Tips for Hanging Drywall Using a Lift
Hang drywall alone with the right tools and techniques.
How To Remove Drywall Anchors
Learning how to get anchors out of drywall is an essential part of basic home maintenance for both homeowners and...
How To Use Drywall Anchors
Ensure that your wall-mounted objects stay in place – follow these expert tips on how to install drywall anchors properly.
How To Make Rounded Drywall Corners
Want to give a room an adobe-like look? Make your corners rounded instead of square. It's easy and it looks...
What Is Joint Compound and How Do You Choose the Right One?
Confused about which joint compound you should buy for your DIY project? Here's what you need to know.
Sheetrock vs. Drywall: What Are the Differences?
Sheetrock, drywall, wallboard, plasterboard ... is there a difference? We lay out everything you need to know about these wall...
7 Tips for Hanging Drywall Like a Pro
Follow these tricks for a faster, trouble-free installation.
11 Drywall Taping Tips for Smoother Walls
Get better taping results with less hassle by following these tips.
10 Tips for Better Drywall Taping
Simple tricks for fast, flawless drywall finishing.
5 Super Handy Hacks for Finding Studs Without a Stud Finder
Need to find a wall stud to hang something heavy, but don't have a stud finder? Try one of these...
Homeowner’s Guide to Drywall
A drywall expert reveals some of his best tips and tricks so you can handle the job like a pro.
Plaster vs Drywall: Key Differences and a Complete Guide
Drywall is the standard wall covering in North America, but plaster is making a comeback. Compare the best...
Zircon HD900 MultiScanner Review: The Best Stud Finder of 2024? (We Approve!)
An easy-to-use stud finder and scanner, ideal for all levels of DIYer.
Trimless Windows: How to Achieve the Look
Give your windows trimless style using drywall returns.
Amazing Repair Products
Sometimes all it takes is the right product to make a quick and easy fix.
Riveting Picture Hanger
Here’s a better way to hang pictures and other light items on drywall.
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...
15 Weird Objects Our Readers Found Lurking Behind Their Walls
From old newsprint to weapons to mummified animals, we asked our readers to show us treasures they found behind the...
7 Drywall Installation Mistakes That Will Cost You
This article walks you through the 'Do's and Don'ts' of drywall installation. It will help you avoid seven common mistakes...
How to Skim-Coat Walls
A new approach for smoothing rough walls that's easy to master
13 ‘Cutting Edge’ Table Saw Tips
Straight from top pro woodworkers—ultra-clever tips for getting the most from your table saw.
Plaster and Lath Tear-Off Tips
Gary Wentz is a carpenter and the Editor-in-Chief of The Family Handyman. He claims to have torn out more than...
How to Make a Doorway Into an Arch
Using drywall and Masonite to create a curved doorway.
What to Do with Leftover Drywall
Every year, 15 million pounds of drywall are produced in the U.S. Most of it goes on walls, but around...
