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Avatar for Twin Cities Drywall
Twin Cities Drywall
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Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

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"I am a local building contractor and have used Twin Cities drywall numerous times over the past few years. Mark and his team were great to work with. The communication has always been great and they show up on time, and get jobs done within schedule. I would strongly recommend Twin Cities Drywall to anyone looking for drywall services in Minnesota."
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living room after drywall delivery (100+ sheets total) and scaffold set up
Attic room drywall standard level 4 smooth finish ready for paint
living room level 4 smooth finish
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Performance Plus Drywall, LLC
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Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

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"Kathryn met with us, bid our job (garage & lower level); explained everything her crew would do plus a timeline. Her crew is excellent, on time & professional. Kathryn & husband are very meticulous with their finishing procedures! Yes, it's wonderful to see a female in a male dominated profession! I highly recommend Performance Plus Drywall, LLC."
Response time2 days
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Art Quality Renovations Corp.
4.4(
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Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

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Emergency services offered

"Art Quality were efficient and thorough. The finished result looks excellent and blends seamlessly with the rest of the exterior. We really appreciated their communication and craftsmanship and would absolutely recommend Art Quality to anyone needing exterior repair work."
Response time1 day
Response rate88%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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MJQ Painting, LLC
5.0(
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Drywall - Install

Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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"Had a pipe burst in ceiling and caused Sheetrock damage. MJQ painting was hired to repair. They did an awesome job and matched the repair to the rest of the ceiling. Mark was great to work with and Milton was exceptional at doing the repair."
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Popcorn Ceiling Removal Minneapolis LLC
5.0(
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Drywall - Install - For Business

Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Popcorn Ceiling Removal Minneapolis specializes in transforming outdated, popcorn ceilings into smooth, modern surfaces or textured ceilings. Serving both residential and commercial clients in the Minneapolis area, we provide a full-service solution that includes popcorn ceiling removal, drywall repair, skim coating, and optional painting.\n\nOur team combines expert craftsmanship with efficient, safe work practices, ensuring minimal disruption to clients? homes or businesses. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality results, exceptional customer service, and reliable project completion timelines.\n\nCall us for a FREE estimate today!

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+15

Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

Plaster is a beautiful finish but is labor-intensive to install and remove. It’s vulnerable to cracking and more sensitive to moisture variance than drywall. Installing plaster on a new wall is an expensive process that can take days to weeks, depending on the scope. Removing a plaster wall can also be quite expensive and time-consuming.

You can plaster over regular drywall, but it's essential to prepare the surface properly. Before plastering, the drywall should be clean, free of dust, and any loose or peeling paint should be removed. Applying a primer specifically designed for plastering can improve adhesion. Some professionals recommend applying a base coat of plaster or joint compound to create a better surface for the plaster to adhere to. Proper preparation ensures a smooth and durable plaster finish over regular drywall.

Drying alone can take 1 to 4 hours to dry to the touch per plaster layer, but some types of plaster take several hours longer to dry. However, this doesn’t mean the job is done because plaster doesn’t fully harden until it cures, which can take a few days to a couple of weeks. It may take even longer if you’re building a new, pretty thick plaster wall. Allow the plaster to cure before painting it.

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.

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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