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Northstarr Painting, LLC
4.7(
15
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Ridgway, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Needed exterior trim painted on 3 car garage and house. Power washed , primed and painted both. Estimate was given and Ernesto followed through as stated. He Checked in each day and was always available. I would highly recommend him and plan to use him for any future jobs."
Interior Painting
bedrooms
Bathroom
Doors
Dining Area/Living Room

+77

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by53%of homeowners
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Naayeri Construction LLC
5.0(
3
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Drywall - Install

Serving Ridgway, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

"Naayeri placed synthetic stucco on the exterior walls of my residence and garage. As a first step, they had to remove old vinyl siding and rehabilitate the uneven walls beneath. They prosecuted the work diligently when weather allowed and listened to my concerns. . They took care to care to avoid damage to other parts of the residence and cleaned up acceptably at completion. It was a challenging job, because the residence was old and complicated. The end result looked impressive and my neighbors agree."
Roof replacement
Roof replacement
Roof replacement
Siding Repairs/Replace
Siding Repairs/Replace

+3

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Randy's Painting and Drywall
4.5(
8
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Ridgway, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

"Simply "Wow!" What would have taken me a month or more, he completed in two days. He painted my two-story home in two days, including the trim - all by hand. Very fast with obvious attention to detail. His no-B.S. quote was reasonable. His advice on paint brands and types was invaluable. All-around a great experience."
Response time3 days
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can install drywall over plaster, but there are important factors to consider. While it can create a smooth, flat surface, it is often not the best approach. Installing drywall over plaster will increase the wall's thickness, which can cause issues with existing window and door frames that may no longer fit. You might also need to adjust power outlets to keep them accessible. A better, though more expensive, option is to remove the old plaster and lath entirely before installing new drywall. Drywalling directly over plaster seals in the old material, and if any problems arise later, you will need to remove both layers down to the structural beams for repairs. Given the potential complications, this job is best handled by professionals.

If your premixed drywall mud is dried out or has begun to set in the bucket, you may be able to revive it by adding warm water and stirring. However, the first and most important step is to scrape off any hard, dried bits of drywall that may have accumulated toward the top of the container and throw them away because they will not easily reconstitute back into the drywall mud mix.

Drywall is safe to cut as long as you follow proper procedures, such as wearing personal protective equipment and using the right tools to score and cut the drywall. When cutting new drywall, it can release dust with silica and other compounds that could pose health risks. Leave cutting drywall to the pros, or wear a high-quality respiratory mask, goggles, and other PPE when handling drywall.

To hide drywall edges, you need to properly apply drywall tape and multiple layers of joint compound. These materials hide the seams between drywall sheets and fill the holes from drywall screws, leaving behind a smooth, flat finish to paint over. Apply joint compound smoothly, and finish the job by sanding the walls to make sure you fully hide drywall edges and other imperfections.

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.

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