Does drywall have to end on stud?

Does drywall have to end on stud?

Keep in mind that all pieces of drywall should begin and end on a stud. You should never have a piece of drywall overhanging a stud, or two pieces of drywall meeting in the open spaces between studs. If your stud walls were properly constructed on 16" centers, you should have very few problems with this.

How big of a hole can you patch in drywall?

Repairing large holes in drywall—anything over 6 or 8 inches—is different from repairing a small hole in drywall. Small holes can be patched over with drywall tape or a self-adhesive drywall patch, but large holes need a more rigid material to span over the larger opening.

Which side of the drywall do you cut?

After measuring your drywall, lay a T-Square on the right side of the material. Use a pencil to draw a scoring line. With a sharp utility knife or other cutting tool, follow the pencil line and lightly cut through the paper layer of drywall.

How hard is it to patch drywall?

Drywall is relatively simple to install and easy to repair. It's also easy to repair badly, which can leave a lumpy mess that declares "shoddy" to anyone who enters the room. It's best to do a repair with three or four thin coats of compound–if possible leaving sanding for just the last coat.

How do you fix a big hole in a wall without drywall?

Homeowners often need to repair a small section of drywall instead of a whole wall. According to experts, you can expect to pay $50 to $75 per hole for drywall repair, for an approximate total cost of $150 to $225. For some handymen or drywall contractors, the location of the holes may factor into the cost.

How much is a sheet of drywall?

The average price for drywall and sheetrock is $15 per 4' x 8' panel, with a typical range of $12 to $20 per panel. This translates into a cost of $0.40 to $0.65 per square foot. For walls and ceiling for a 200 square-foot room, you can expect to pay $300 to $500.

How do you join two pieces of drywall?

Apply a layer of drywall compound on top of the mesh tape to cover the tape and completely connect all of the pieces together in a seamless surface. Use the drywall knife or trowel to cover the mesh tape and smooth the mud down. Also cover all visible screw heads with a thin coat of compound.