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True Tone Painters
5.0(
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Eddyville, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Growing up i always wanted the typical American lifestyle. Open yard, picket fence, little dog the whole works. Although, im not fully there yet. Tru Tone has helped me further the progress of my dream. Sadly, I was not blessed with being a painter. So, when I needed to have my newly purchased home renovated I took the internet and began searching. After discovering a few up and coming contractors I stumbled upon Tru Tone and it was honestly a great decision. The woman in charge was very knowledgeable, helpful, and had a very good attitude towards me fulfilling my dream and making my vision come to life. I would recommend this service to anyone because not only was the service provided great but also their manner in handling their business which seems to be a rarity nowadays."
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Next Level Decks and Remodeling
4.9(
23
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Drywall - Install

Serving Eddyville, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

"Josh did and excellent job and was very thorough about the project. We had an enclosed patio wripped out and replaced with aluminum. He gave us options and we knew what to expect. I will definitely use him again in the future!"
Whole home remodel
Whole home remodel
Deck
Large balcony
Large balcony

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Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

Depending on the place where the cutting error occurred, you may be able to fix it. Learning how to patch a hole in drywall is challenging, but if you can tape and mud drywall, you can do it. Having said that, patching is time consuming. Early in the installation process, you may find that it’s easier and far less time consuming to just start over with a new sheet of drywall, cutting a new hole in the right spot. You may be able to use part of the incorrectly cut piece elsewhere, so it’s not completely wasted.

There are several benefits to wet-sanding drywall, but the main perk is that it produces far less dust than dry-sanding. As a result, wet-sanding poses fewer health risks and makes less of a mess in your home. Plus, damp sponges are less abrasive than sandpaper, so there’s a smaller chance of scratching or damaging the drywall paper. Wet-sanding also creates a smoother finish than dry-sanding.

If you already have plaster walls and ceilings, adding new plaster costs $2 to $10 per square foot. For an average-sized room, that would come out to $1,200 to $10,000. However, the cost to replace plaster with drywall is higher—running between $720 and $1,250 for a 10-by-8-foot wall or ceiling (not including drywall finishing).

Yes, you can speed up the time it takes for plaster to dry, but it's important to do so carefully to avoid issues like cracking or crumbling. Proper ventilation is key; open a window or use a fan to circulate air in the room. Heat can also accelerate drying, but be cautious, as too much heat can cause the plaster to dry too quickly and crack. Check the plaster's packaging for the recommended drying temperature and set the room's thermostat accordingly. While managing humidity is important, avoid using a dehumidifier, which can remove moisture too aggressively and result in crumbly plaster.

While it’s most common to sand plaster dry, it is possible to wet-sand plaster, too. Doing so can reduce the amount of plaster dust released into the air and make it easier to work in smaller, more delicate areas (such as around wall trim). However, some people find that wet sanding leads to more imperfections, which is why larger walls are more often dry sanded to ensure an even finish.

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