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Avatar for Best Choice Drywall Finishers, LLC
Best Choice Drywall Finishers, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Derby, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Adi and Alex run a great company. They did drywall in my entire basement I was finishing. Everything was very clear and easy and the finished product looks great! Definitely going to be my go to for drywall for any future projects"
Response time11 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Odyssey Drywall, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Derby, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We hired Odyssey Drywall for popcorn ceiling removal and they did a great job. Very thorough. Found out they do other projects as well so we will likely hire them for another project soon!"
Calhoun ST
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wood panel
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+6

Response time5 hrs
Response rate89%
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Unique Paint & Drywall
4.3(
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Serving Derby, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Prompt. Said what he would do. Cleaned up afterward. Gave an idea of what the drywall cure time would be for painting afterward. Would use them again."
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Hand rails
Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
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Flores Drywall
4.8(
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Serving Derby, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Eduardo did great work for my drywall needs. Not only did the end result look great but he also did it very quickly and cleaned up afterwards. They also gave me the best price! I would recommend Eduardo and Flores Drywall to anyone!"
Interior Projects
Interior Projects
Interior Projects
Interior Projects
Interior Projects

+29

Response time4 hrs
Response rate90%
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Drywall Bros LLC.
4.9(
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Serving Derby, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Drywall Bros did an excellent job and they were available on short notice. They were also priced reasonably. Good guys and a great company. Thank you!!"
basement additions
basement additions
basement additions
basement additions
basement additions

+38

Response time11 hrs
Response rate89%
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

Drywall can be installed directly on ceiling joists. In fact, this method is common in many construction projects. Drywall sheets are attached to the joists using screws, ensuring a secure and stable installation. Before attaching the drywall, it's important to mark the joist locations on the ceiling, allowing for accurate screw placement. Proper spacing between screws and careful taping and mudding of joints are crucial to creating a smooth and flawless ceiling surface. If the joists are in good condition and level, installing drywall directly on them is a practical and efficient approach.

A 50-pound mirror can be hung on drywall, but only if it has the support of strong hardware. Ideally, you can find the studs behind the drywall and attach the mirror to them; this will give your mirror better stability. Otherwise, confirm that you are using anchors appropriate to the weight of the mirrors. Another technique is to use French cleats—two pieces of wood that fit together, with one piece attached to the wall and the other to the mirror. This allows the weight to be distributed over a wider area.

Beadboard is a decorative element and lacks the structural integrity of drywall. It cannot hold much weight and is not meant to be used as an insulator or moisture barrier, like drywall is. In almost all cases, beadboard is placed over an existing wall surface which, in modern days, is usually drywall, but decades ago could have been wood paneling.

Wet-sanding and dry-sanding each have pros and cons. Dry-sanding is less messy, so it’s a good option if you’re trying to minimize dust (for example, if you’re sanding an occupied home or working with particularly dry or dusty drywall mud). However, dry-sanding is quicker because you don’t have to keep rinsing a sponge or wait for it to dry before painting.

Furring strips, thin strips of wood or metal, are not always required for ceiling drywall installation. If the ceiling surface is even and in good condition, drywall can be directly attached to the ceiling joists using screws. However, furring strips become essential when dealing with irregular surfaces or when additional insulation or soundproofing is needed. They create a level substrate for attaching the drywall. Ultimately, the decision to use furring strips depends on the condition of the existing ceiling and the specific requirements of the project.

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