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Drywall: Professional Techniques for Walls & Ceilings (Paperback)

by Myron R. Ferguson (Author)
4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (11 customer reviews)


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Everybody hates doing drywall--that's why it's so expensive having it done for you. Staunch (penurious) do-it-yourselfers (and industrious types seeking a new career path) should consult Ferguson's generously illustrated, cheerfully detailed guide. It discloses the secrets of hanging drywall evenly without throwing your back out and the arcane rules of good taping and joint-compound techniques. It airs the strategy of "prebowing" drywall panels, concerns about the "grain orientation" of drywall sheets, and the perhaps more obvious issues of fastening with screws rather than with nails and vice versa. One grows to admire the depth of Ferguson's gypsum-board mastery, for the matters cited seem trifling only to those who have never personally attacked a drywall project. Those who have, or will, will appreciate the clear directions and insightful tips. From choice of trowel to methods of properly mixing powdered joint compounds, Ferguson has it covered. Happy hanging. Mike Tribby

Product Description
This guide offers advice and step-by-step techniques for hanging and taping plasterboard ("drywall") to create smooth walls and ceilings. With information on choosing the best materials and the best size panels for minimal seams, it is suitable for both the veteran and experienced worker.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 144 pages
  • Publisher: Taunton (January 1, 1996)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 156158133X
  • ISBN-13: 978-1561581337
  • Product Dimensions: 10 x 9.7 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #672,496 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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26 of 29 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars If you are not a professional drywaller, read this book!, November 7, 1999
By Maurice E. Skinner (Washington, DC) - See all my reviews
I bought this book after learning to drywall the hard way -- trial and error. Mr. Ferguson distills the most important facts about *efficient* drywall techniques. A quick read. In my last project I saved a lot of time and learned some new "tricks."
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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars clear, concise, and applicable, January 8, 2001
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Many home improvement books go off on tangents, and offer instruction that hardly seems applicable to the job at hand. This book doesn't waste a lot of time on telling you to wear eye protection, call a licensed contractor (like some contractor is going to come out to advise you on how to do his job), get a permit, etc. Instead it gives you the right instructions to let you do the job right yourself. It assumes some basic knowledge and ability on the part of the reader, but it walks you through virtually every conceivable situation you may face and shows you how to do the job right. Be advised though that hanging and finishing drywall is as much an art as a science, so it takes practice. You will however be able to become proficient if you start with small jobs and graduate as you build skill, if you carefully follow this book.
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15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Great writing and pictures - very helpful, November 3, 1999
By K. Jones "Xenozar" (Chicago, IL USA) - See all my reviews
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It is funny to lavish such high praise on a book about drywalling, but it deserves it. This book helped me (a novice) get the confidence to hang, tape and finish like a novice. The in depth descriptions and opinions from an experienced professional helped me get the right tools and make the right decisions.
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1.0 out of 5 stars is this guy ever done drywall??
This is a terrible book. It is loaded with bad techniques and misinformation. It's pages of pages of garbage. he talks about drywall as if it's an art form. Read more
Published on September 5, 2006 by J. Osullivan

2.0 out of 5 stars This is the old version
Buyers beware that the picture of the book shown is not the actual book that's for sale. If you click on the picture then you will see the actual book which was published in 1996... Read more
Published on January 13, 2006 by C. Semrow

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding!!!!!!!
This was my first time drywalling. Mr Ferguson's book was invaluabe to me having a sucessful project. Read more
Published on March 1, 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars Great help
I bought this to prepare for drywalling the small storage area under my stairs for the kids to use and it had all I needed to get the job done effceintly. Read more
Published on December 11, 2001 by Deangela S. Chastain

5.0 out of 5 stars Very necessary if you're a beginner drywaller.
I had never even watched any drywalling before I plunged headlong into remodeling a room in my home. I read through this book, went by Mr. Read more
Published on February 10, 2001 by foolfortools

5.0 out of 5 stars I'm a beginner Do-It-Yourselfer. This book helped a ton!
The past headaches and nightmares of having contractors perform my remodeling projects has motivated me to become "handy". Read more
Published on March 11, 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars The best do-it-yourself book I've ever read.
I never knew there was so much to drywall. I've read this book several times while remodeling my house and find a new tip every time. Read more
Published on January 4, 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars A simple to understand step-by step guide to drywall.
I have done quite a few DIY drywall projects in the past. All the written resources I have used before have left a lot to be desired, unfortunately so did my results. Read more
Published on June 12, 1998

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