When you install fresh drywall, it's tempting to jump straight to painting. After all, fresh surfaces are a blank canvas, right? Uh, not quite. Before that first coat goes on, primer is a must.

A coat of drywall primer or drywall sealer creates a uniform surface, helping the paint adhere better and resulting in fewer coats and a smooth finish. For existing painted walls, you may not always ...

Q: I am planning to paint the living room and recently found out that it’s recommended to use a primer before painting. What is paint primer, is it really necessary, and how long does primer take to ...

Fixing a hole in the wall is a relatively simple DIY project. Even the largest holes can be patched with just a few materials ...

The first step of drywall repair, according to HGTV, is to assess the damage. If the drywall damage is limited to a few small nail holes, the damage can likely be remedied with some spackle (also ...

Q: I just read an article on repairing drywall at the joints, which I have a lot of. But in one room the wall is cracked in a diagonal -- sort of zigzag -- all the way down the wall. It really looks ...

Dear James: My house seems to be well-built, but the heads on the drywall nails are popping out and they look terrible. How can I fix them and avoid them in a new room addition I am planning? — Rick H ...

Spray-applied primer-surfacer product provides smooth, high-quality, finished gypsum panel walls and ceilings. In a single application, Sheetrock Tuff-Hide generates the same results produced by using ...

(ARA) - Do you know what's behind the drywall in your home? Unless you've ever had a home custom-built or have personally worked in construction, you might be unaware of the vital systems hidden ...