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Best Drywall for High Humidity Rooms
Compare green board, mold-resistant, paperless and cement board for bathrooms, kitchens, laundry rooms and basements, plus what drywall can and cannot handle.
Walls & Structure
Drywall Materials
6 guides, starting with Best Drywall for High Humidity Rooms.
Blue Board Plaster vs Drywall
Blue board is made to take a veneer plaster skim coat, while regular drywall is taped and mudded. Compare finish, cost, moisture, painting and DIY difficulty.
Coarse vs Fine Thread Drywall Screws
Coarse thread drywall screws are made for wood studs and fine thread for light-gauge metal studs. Learn how to tell them apart, pick a length and avoid common mistakes.
Is Drywall Porous
Yes, drywall is generally treated as a porous material. Learn what that means for moisture, painted walls, mold spores, cleaning and when to replace it.
Nail Spacing for Wall Sheathing
Typical wall sheathing nailing is 6 inches on center at panel edges and 12 inches in the field, but code, shear walls and wind zones can change it. Know when to ask a pro.
Wood Screws vs Drywall Screws
Wood screws and drywall screws differ in thread, head, hardness and coating. See when drywall screws are fine, when they are not, and why structural jobs need proper screws.
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