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Brutscherconstruction
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Serving Leitchfield, KY and surrounding areas

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Welcome to Brutscher Construction! We are committed to providing dependable, high-quality construction and renovation services with honesty, professionalism, and attention to detail. Whether it’s a small repair or a larger project, our goal is to deliver exceptional craftsmanship and make the process smooth from start to finish. Thank you for considering us we look forward to bringing your vision to life.

Legacy Kitchen & Bath
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Serving Leitchfield, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Carlton Cole is a very articulate and respectful, young man, who is knowledgeable about his craft. He offers many suggestions while listening to my desires. He made my dream kitchen come to life on a fraction of the budget that others had quoted. It was done in a timely manner as he had quoted the professionals that he brought into my home did a great job. They did not leave any messes I would definitely recommend Legacy Kitchen and Bath."
Tile shower
Shower Install
Basement Bathroom
Soaking Tub
Response time3 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Platinum Painting, LLC
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Serving Leitchfield, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Interior Painting of my 6,700 Sq. ft. High end custom home. Has not one touch up. I felt like Mike's (owner) friend after a couple days of work. Very professional and experts beyond what I would ever expect from any company. Top Quality outdoes the price anyday. Highly recommend Platinum Painting from Bowling Green, KY!"
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can apply new plaster over an existing plaster surface, such as a wall or ceiling, provided the old plaster is in good condition. Before you begin, check the stability of the existing plaster. The surface must be clean, free of loose material, and have no peeling paint. It is also recommended to roughen the surface slightly to promote adhesion. For older plaster, applying a base coat like a PVA emulsion or a specific bonding agent or primer is crucial. This step makes the existing plaster less porous and ensures the new and old layers adhere properly for a smooth, long-lasting finish.

The two most common drywall thicknesses for ceilings are 1/2-inch and 5/8-inch. For most standard residential applications, 1/2-inch drywall is sufficient and widely used. It provides adequate support and is lighter and easier to handle during installation compared to thicker sheets. However, 5/8-inch drywall is often used for specific cases where additional benefits are needed. It is heavier but provides superior sound dampening and fire resistance. You should consider using 5/8-inch drywall for ceilings in commercial buildings, between a garage and a living space, or above a finished basement to meet building codes or for enhanced soundproofing.

When used correctly, drywall patch kits can work well. However, there are limitations. Specifically, these kits can only cover holes up to 5 inches in diameter. For anything larger than that, you’ll need to cut out the affected section of drywall and replace it with a new piece. That’s a far more complicated process that involves buying the right type of drywall, finding the wall studs, cutting into your wall, and screwing the replacement drywall in place.

The tool you use to sand plaster will depend on the size of the project. If you’re just working on a small section of your wall to get rid of an uneven spot on the surface, hand-sanding might work. However, for larger projects, a drywall sander can make a huge difference when it comes to both time and elbow grease—and an orbital sander can help for detailed areas such as around ceiling fans.

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.

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