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Discount Drywall
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Serving Muncie, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

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"We called and within the hour a professional came out, skim coated our walls and the next day showed up at the designated time and sanded. The area was cleaned and the skim coating looked better than our original new wall of a 3 year old home. Extremely professional, efficient, and superb job!"
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Matt Weyand Repairs and Renovations, LLC
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Serving Muncie, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

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"Matt has come to many of my listings, his repair jobs and painting will stand the test of time, he does volunteer work for the community as well which I like, he is a great guy with a great company"
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Response time1 day
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American Builders and Contractors, LLC
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Serving Muncie, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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"Friendly, efficient service is always a huge motivator for me to return to a business. American Builders and Contractors were not only this, but they made it very clear that communication is a big part of their work ethic also, which was another box ticked in my book. Will absolutely be asking them back again for other projects."
Response time5 hrs
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Deal's Handyman and Remodeling Services
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Serving Muncie, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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"Showed up and gave a free quote, very professional and knowledgeable. Showed up on time and was very polite, Told me exactly what needed done and followed through. I will keep using Deals handyman services for all of my home renovation needs."
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Response time10 hrs
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Recommended by45%of homeowners
Carreno Drywall, LLC
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Serving Muncie, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and stands behind our work. With over 10 years of experience, we specialize in both interior and exterior residential painting projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

You should do a little bit of sanding between adding coats of mud. Knock down any ridges or significantly imperfect areas through sanding, which should help you apply the next coat of mud smoothly. If your first coat of mud is pretty smooth after it dries, a quick sanding is all you’ll need. Don’t forget to wipe away any dust after each sanding process.

The best way to make long, straight cuts is to use a utility knife and a T-square to score the sheet, snap along the score, and then finish the cut by cutting through the paper on the opposite side with the utility knife. If you’re making small cuts, curved cuts, or cutouts for electrical boxes or light fixtures, you can use a manual jab saw to keep costs down, but an electric spiral saw or oscillating multi-tool will get the cleanest, fastest cuts possible.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

When you are learning how to tape and mud drywall, waiting for things to dry requires a lot of patience. So how long does drywall mud take to dry? On average, it takes about 24 hours. However, it depends on things like the thickness of the mud, as well as the room’s temperature, humidity, and ventilation. Using thin layers of mud in a warm, low-humidity room with good airflow reduces average drying time. You also could speed up drying time by making use of hot drywall mud, which consists of a powder that you mix with water, instead of using pre-mixed mud. 

Textured walls are a great way to hide imperfections left over by drywall installation, but many homeowners feel like it’s an outdated look, despite there being so many types of drywall texture. And while the textured walls of today are a far cry from the popcorn ceilings and faux stucco of our grandmother’s homes, if you want a more modern look or you want to install wallpaper, it’s time to smooth out your walls.

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