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Avatar for Clayton's Drywall, Inc.
Clayton's Drywall, Inc.
4.7(
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Helena, AL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Clayton did a great job repairing cracks in my drywall from house settling. Exceptional pricing combined with over 40 years of drywall experience made hiring Clayton a no-brainer. Definitely recommend and will use again."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate93%
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
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RH Painting & Drywall
5.0(
10
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving Helena, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ruben came out to timely and assessed the project. He was able to submit a detailed fair quote to me by the end of the day. After work began he found damage to the roof which needed to be repaired before completion of the drywall project. He and his team worked nonstop to address the roof leak as we were expecting a big rain in the following days. I have been pleased with the outcome of job done! The ceiling looks great and I have not observed any leaks. A very good team of workers! Thank you guys. I would definitely use in the future for other projects."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate97%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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H &R Painting
5.0(
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Helena, AL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"H&R painting is a business that does exactly what they say they will do. They were punctual and very meticulous with the work. They went above and beyond to do a great job and cleaned up everything when the job was finished. I would highly recommend this company if you are looking for quality work at an affordable price."
Basement stairs
Basement stairs
cabinets, kitchen, & bath
cabinets, kitchen, & bath
cabinets, kitchen, & bath

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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Altract Home Improvement, LLC
4.6(
216
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For Business

Serving Helena, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Bryant and his team did a great job painting the exterior of our home. Very professional. Showed up on time every day, cleaned up after the job was completed, and made sure we were completely happy when the job was completed. Would def recommend or use again!"
Full Exterior repaint
Bedroom repaint
Kitchen remodel
Full Exterior repaint
Interior repaint

+28

Response time10 hrs
174 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

Plastering and skimming are two different techniques for finishing walls. Plastering involves applying a thick layer of a plaster mixture—typically containing gypsum, lime, cement, sand, and water—to create a new surface. This process often requires multiple coats and is used for repairing significant damage or creating decorative textures. Skimming, on the other hand, is a technique that involves applying a thin layer of drywall compound or joint compound over an existing surface to smooth it out, covering minor imperfections, small cracks, or uneven textures for a polished look. Plastering is generally more costly and labor-intensive than skimming. Although some people use the terms interchangeably, they refer to different processes and materials.

You should do a little bit of sanding between adding coats of mud. Knock down any ridges or significantly imperfect areas through sanding, which should help you apply the next coat of mud smoothly. If your first coat of mud is pretty smooth after it dries, a quick sanding is all you’ll need. Don’t forget to wipe away any dust after each sanding process.

You should leave a gap between drywall sheets because they naturally expand and contract along with the building framing as temperature and humidity change. Most pro drywall installers leave a gap of about ⅛ inch between drywall sheets, allowing the sheets to expand, contract, and shift without cracking or becoming damaged. If you don’t leave enough gaps between slabs, the edges will press against each other when they expand, and the pressure can cause visible cracks.

Drywall mudding can be done in one day if the project is small and the desired effect isn’t too complex. If you need multiple layers of mud, one day may not be realistic. But a single room that requires little more than joint compound on the seams and screws can be done in a day or two.

Only use spackle on plaster walls when the imperfection is small. It’s best used for nail holes or small dings in the plaster. Spackle dries quickly, allowing you to continue the repair process shortly after using it. Plaster can be tricky to repair, though, so if you run into issues, call a pro so that you don’t risk further damage.

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