If you're hanging drywall, you might wonder if you can just use any type of screw you have lying around. After all, a screw is a screw, right? Not exactly. Drywall screws are designed specifically for ...

Sooner or later, most of us need to patch drywall, whether for purely cosmetic reasons—filling nail holes, for example—or for comfort or safety—say, a hole has left wiring exposed. Although ...

Small holes are quick and easy to fix with joint compound and a putty knife. Medium and large holes are more extensive and also require a piece of drywall to use as a patch. Both the prep and ...

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Q: I have several drywall defects in my home that must be repaired. What are some tips you can share about repairing these? Is this really a do-it-yourself task, or should I call in a pro? A: You and ...

Desperate cry for help, to anyone with a good knowledge of hand tools!<P>I was trying to attach a shelf to the wall of my bedroom, so I could get my speakers off my desk. I was using the big ol' ...

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Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A man installing drywall - Georgepeters/Getty Images Whether you're repairing a wall with water damage, covering up an outdated ...