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Paul Enterprises, LLC
4.6(
96
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Oakdale, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Bill and his crew were efficient, knowledgeable and offered to caulk baseboards as well. I would happily show a photo of end product ( floor) but cannot figure out process. I highly recommend. ð . Also very friendly"
Traditional Home Exterior
Interior Painting
Bathroom Remodel/Makeover - Mason's Island
Interior painting - Mason's Island
 Home painting

+38

Response time1 day
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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TruBlue of Shoreline CT
5.0(
8
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Drywall - Install

Serving Oakdale, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

TrueBlue's handyman and home repair services help you maintain your home both inside and out. Whether you need us for a special project or ongoing maintenance, our services include handyman projects and to-do list chores, preventative home maintenance programs, seasonal work and senior modification services.

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Mr. Handyman of Norwich, New London and Glastonbury
5.0(
5
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Oakdale, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Mr. Handyman is your one-stop shop for a wide range of home maintenance and repair solutions. Our service technicians are highly skilled craftsmen with over 10 years experience in the field. Each member of our team is an employee of Mr. Handyman, not a subcontractor. We can accommodate small projects like changing light bulbs, to larger projects like deck builds and interior renovations. Our technicians are skilled in a variety of craft from frame to finish. We hold a valid Home Improvement Contractor license, offering services such as drywall, flooring, carpentry, light electrical & plumbing, decking, framing, and many more. Our service technicians are background checked and drug tested. We are licensed, bonded, insured, and guarantee our work.

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Drywall FAQs, answered by experts

Technically speaking, you can use drywall primer over plasters. However, oil-based primers work the most effectively on wall plasters. Meanwhile, water-based primers work just as well with drywalls. Nowadays, there are also universal primers suitable for drywall and plaster. Overall, you will be fine as long as you are using a trustworthy brand.

You should wait at least 24 hours for drywall mud to dry before sanding or applying another coat. However, the exact drying time depends on several factors, including the thickness of the application, room temperature, humidity, and the type of compound used. Thicker layers, or projects in high humidity, may require 48 hours or more. Lightweight compounds tend to dry faster than heavier, all-purpose ones. You'll know the mud is ready when it feels completely dry and firm to the touch and has changed to a consistent light color. Sanding too early can cause smudging or gouges, so patience is essential for a smooth finish.

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.

When sanding drywall mud, you’re going to create a very fine dust that may contain silica. Silica dust contains crystalline silica, which can cause long-term illnesses for people who inhale it in significant quantities. Wear a mask while sanding drywall. Then dampen a drywall sponge to wipe the dust off the drywall, helping to reduce the amount of dust that may become airborne.

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