Should you glue a drywall ceiling?

• <div><p>You can prevent air leaks and sagging by gluing a drywall ceiling. However, not every drywall job is a good fit for Sheetrock adhesive, and many pros say ceilings are one of those cases. When you place them properly, drywall screws make ceiling Sheetrock part of your home’s structural support system. </p><p>Adding glue won’t increase the strength of the drywall, and it can make it much harder for you to remove and replace damaged drywall. Adhesive can bridge gaps, though, and it can keep temperature-controlled air from escaping or entering through the ceilings, making rooms more energy efficient.</p></div>

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Q: Can drywall mudding be done in one day?

• <div><p>Drywall mudding can be done in one day if the project is small and the desired effect isn&rsquo;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.</p></div>

Q: Is it easier to finish horizontal or vertical drywall seams?

• <div><p>How you <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/drywall-always-needed-hard-do-right.htm">hang the drywall</a> can affect the finishing process. It's often easier to finish horizontal drywall panels, as the seams run across the wall rather than up and down. Standard drywall panels are 48 inches wide, so the seam is easy to reach without bending down or stretching your arms.</p></div>

Q: When hanging drywall, do you start at the top or bottom?

• <div><p>You should always work from top to bottom when <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/drywall-installation.htm">hanging drywall</a>. There are a few reasons for this. For one, starting at the top makes it easier to create a straight wall between the ceiling and the wall. Plus, moving downward lets you avoid any awkward gaps at the top. It&rsquo;s easier to deal with gaps at the bottom because you can cut the drywall to fit the space or cover the gap with baseboard trim.</p></div>

Q: What kind of drywall do you use for ceilings?

• <div><p>The two most common <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/pick-right-drywall-type-your-project.htm">types of drywall</a> are &frac12;-inch and ⅝-inch thick white or gray drywall. Most walls are ⅝-inch thick because the drywall is slightly more resistant to damage and it helps dampen sound considerably. It&rsquo;s also much heavier, which is why most ceilings are &frac12;-inch thick. There are special use cases where you want to use ⅝-inch thick drywall for ceilings, such as between a garage and living space, and the ceiling above a finished basement.</p></div>

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