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Avatar for RCL Remodeling, LLC
RCL Remodeling, LLC
4.7(
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Repair

Serving Kensington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We contracted RCL Remodeling to assist with some drywall repairs in our DC townhome last month and were extremely pleased with their professional and thorough approach to their work. The two-man crew that worked on our unit did a fantastic job and were extremely communicative both before and during the repairs. We will definitely hire RCL Remodeling again should we need any additional work done on our house."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Daza Painting Company, Inc.
4.9(
52
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Kensington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Outstanding! This company is by far is at the top of it's game. I had my office stripped of wall paper and painted. The job was excellent. Carlos is very good at what he does and very reasonable. This is my second time hiring him and will not hesitate to call on him again."
Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Rosales Contractor's, LLC
4.8(
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Kensington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I've called on Rosales Contractor services a few times and they never disappoint. He has a team that he works with that deliver professional results. He has done flooring, drywall repair, interior and exterior painting, cleaned gutters, repaired interior doors. I've referred him to my neighbors and friends who are pleased with RC, LLC. Jhon is fair and his prices competitive."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
SMITHWRIGHT HOME IMPROVEMENT SERVICES, LLC
4.6(
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - Install - For BusinessDrywall - Repair+1 more

Serving Kensington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Bill Smith recently completed drywall work, painting, electrical, and fencing work for me. Bill's pricing is excellent compared to other handymen and contract companies. Bill is punctual and polite. He has worked on multiple projects for me over the years and has done an excellent job on each of them. Highly recommend!"
Roland Park
Woodbine
Silver Spring
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+16

Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Yuri's Home Repair
4.6(
112
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Kensington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Yuri was on time and did great work. I needed two holes in my drywall repaired (one from water damage) and they were very thorough. Will definitely hire again."
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+94

Response time6 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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H Connector, LLC
4.8(
8
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Kensington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hector and his team did a great job repairing holes in drywall and painting 2 rooms. When they first arrived, they spent about 30 minutes taping brown paper on the floor and installing plastic on the steps from the front door to the two work areas located on separate floors. When they were finished, they removed all the paper and plastic and vacuumed. Also, they arrived a little early both days and waited by their vehicle until 8 a.m. Best service we’ve received in a while."
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

Although they have similar applications, spackle and joint compound are not the same. Their primary differences lie in their composition, consistency, and ideal use cases.

Spackle is composed of gypsum and binding agents, making it thicker than joint compound. It dries quickly and is easy to sand, which makes it ideal for small wall repair projects like filling nail holes or patching minor damage.

Joint compound, also known as drywall mud, consists of limestone and gypsum. It is primarily used for large-scale projects, such as taping and finishing the seams on newly installed drywall. It tends to shrink more than spackle and can be more difficult to spread.

While both products can be used to fill small depressions and cracks, spackle cannot replace joint compound for taping and mudding new drywall. Conversely, you can often use joint compound for small patching jobs typically done with spackle.

Most load-bearing walls are exterior, though they can also be interior.

It is more difficult to drywall a ceiling than it is to drywall a wall, but not so hard that DIYers can’t tackle it. One of the main issues with hanging drywall on your ceiling is getting it into place. Drywall isn’t light so, if you are hanging full drywall panels, you will need at least two (it’s better with more) people to hold the panel while you drill it into the ceiling as a single piece can weigh between 40 and 60 pounds and will need to be held in place for up to 10 minutes.

To properly clean and maintain your skip trowel drywall texture, dust the surface weekly with an electrostatic duster or vacuum with a soft brush attachment. Never scrub the surface. You can remove stains by gently applying a mild detergent solution with a paint roller, removing it with a damp roller, and drying with a dry roller. To cut down on cleaning frequency, avoid indoor smoking and limit the use of fireplaces.

Although they are used for similar tasks, spackle and joint compound are not the same. Joint compound, also known as drywall mud, consists of limestone and gypsum and is primarily used for large-scale projects like taping and finishing seams on new drywall. Spackle is composed of gypsum and binding agents, making it a thicker compound best suited for small wall repairs like filling nail holes or cracks, as it dries quickly and is easy to sand. For small repairs, either product can be suitable. However, you can use joint compound for small jobs in place of spackle, but you cannot use spackle for large-scale taping and mudding projects.

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