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2nd Street Painting
4.6(
80
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Serving Loda, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Nate was very helpful. He sent two people to work who were very good at what they did, they were highly professional, courteous, and trust worthy. If ever I need to hire for drywall or painting work they will be my first call."
Oak cabinets with wood grain
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior

+19

Response time2 days
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Next Level Roofing & Construction
4.3(
79
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Serving Loda, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We needed to find someone to finish our basement. Next Level came in and completed the job in 3 phases. Framing, Drywall, and a Media Wall including Connections. The work was done professionally and within a timely manner. I would definitely recommend their work. We are extremely satisfied."
Response time6 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Renovate Revolution LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Loda, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did an excellent job painting and drywall patching. Always cleaned up each day. Always asked if was satisfied. Most professional contractor I have ever worked with!!!! Couldn?t give a better review ?"
Painting projects
Painting projects
Painting projects
Painting projects
Painting projects

+37

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Anaya Drywall
4.3(
10
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Serving Loda, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Did quality work installing new drywall and repairing old drywall. Also did quality work laying new laminate flooring. Would not recommend for installing trim, baseboards, window and door casing."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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AOM Remodeling and Restoration
4.6(
52
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Serving Loda, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After a "simple" bathroom repainting turned into a nightmare of peeling paint from permanent wallpaper, with damaged drywall as a result, David provided me with options for repairing the walls with a new, cost-conscious finish and then painted the room for me as well. He was extremely punctual and responsive, professional and anxious to provide excellent customer service. He was accurate in how much time the job would take, and his price guarantee made sure that no hidden costs popped up at the last minute. He did a great job, and saved us A LOT of frustration and stress."
Kitchen accent
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tan and white trim room
blue and white trim room

+5

Recommended by90%of homeowners
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WINSTABENT PAINTING LLC
4.9(
9
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Serving Loda, IL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

"Perfect, not only good quality but worked with me on times and around my schedule. Had to return after coats dried and moved things for me I hadn't. Will hire again for more work down the road."
Stain
House Repaint
Painting - Interior Project
Stain
House Repaint

+95

Recommended by100%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 you don’t have studs in the area where you want to install your TV mount, you may still be able to install a TV mount on drywall. The easiest way to install a mount on drywall is by using drywall anchors—but not just any plastic anchors. Choose molly bolts or toggle anchors, which have a weight capacity of around 50 pounds. For added support, consider pairing drywall anchors with a wall mounting plate. Extra heavy TVs may need to be mounted via the ceiling joists or beams.

You should not leave drywall outside, especially overnight or in a wet, humid climate. Exposure to rain and humidity can damage the drywall, weakening its structural integrity and making it susceptible to mold growth. If you must leave drywall outside during a project, be sure to cover it with a tarp or keep it inside a storage shed to protect it. Even drywall intended for exterior projects requires a protective moisture barrier. For best results, store any extra drywall in a dry area away from the elements.

Certain drywall textures, like sand and sometimes popcorn, can be smoothed by applying skim coats, sanding the walls, or chipping away the texture. However, it’s worth considering removing the texture and starting with a blank canvas. Smoothing textured walls requires a lot of sandpaper and elbow grease and can take longer than just outright removing the texture.

You can put certain types of plaster over other types, but doing so isn't always the best idea. For example, putting a coat of gypsum over lime plaster is possible, but doing so will limit the lime plaster's breathability and potentially affect its performance.

Since cement plaster tends to leave a textured surface, no matter how much you smooth it, some people prefer to use gypsum plaster as a topcoat over cement plaster, creating a smoother surface.

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