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Humphrey Drywall & Paint
4.0(
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Oak Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Humphrey Drywall is by far the best drywall company I have ever hired not only was the work top notch they were on time and very neat and clean ! The owner came out and gave us a free estimate it was a bit higher then the other 3 companies but I decided to go with Humphrey Drywall because you could tell he knew his business ! We are super happy and recommend Humphrey Drywall to all that need any drywall and painting done!!!"
Basement renovation
Basement renovation
Basement renovation
Basement renovation
Basement renovation

+15

Response time3 days
Recommended by95%of homeowners
M&J Construction Experts, LLC
4.8(
23
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Install

Serving Oak Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mario and his team installed drywall, primed and painted during bathroom and kitchen remodel projects I managed. He was very attentive to the customer needs and adapted to the project needs throughout the process. They were professional and finished the job with quality and attention to detail. Highly recommended."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate97%
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
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D.J. Painting Company
4.4(
52
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Install

Serving Oak Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had drywall put over a falling Celotex ceiling plus put drywall over an interior window to separate two rooms. They took a little extra time to allow the drywall mud to completely dry, especially on the tricky ceiling repair. I think other firms would have rushed this part of job. Then ceiling and wall patch were primed/ painted. The final results turned out better than expected."
Home remodel
Home remodel
Home remodel
Home remodel
Home remodel

+81

Response time9 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Cransten
4.5(
202
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Oak Ridge, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kevin did an incredible job on the drywall repair in kitchen. He also did other miscellaneous repairs, and coordinated with the building and code compliance to complete the necessary inspections. Everything ran smoothly and he went above and beyond in all respects. He was professional, knowledgeable, efficient, and kind. He will be returning to install kitchen cabinets. Thank you Kevin and Cransten! You are awesome!"
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+18

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

You should wait at least 24 hours for drywall mud to dry before sanding or applying another coat. However, the exact drying time depends on several factors, including the thickness of the application, room temperature, humidity, and the type of compound used. Thicker layers, or projects in high humidity, may require 48 hours or more. Lightweight compounds tend to dry faster than heavier, all-purpose ones. You'll know the mud is ready when it feels completely dry and firm to the touch and has changed to a consistent light color. Sanding too early can cause smudging or gouges, so patience is essential for a smooth finish.

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.

Most handy homeowners can tackle removing texture from unpainted walls. Removing texture from painted walls is a bit trickier. Paint acts as a sealant, so you can’t soften the texture with water. Instead, you’ll have to add a layer of drywall compound known as a skim coat. This process is messy and takes some practice.

Plaster itself has a higher R-value than drywall. However, there are other considerations surrounding plaster and insulation. As a general rule, it's easier to obtain consistency in insulating value and quality when working with drywall rather than plaster. Plaster walls often don't contain any insulation behind the wall covering by design, and careful evaluation is necessary when choosing to add it.

Applying spackle is a simple DIY project that most people can complete in just a few hours. Even homeowners who have little DIY experience can complete this project in an afternoon. However, if you're uncomfortable with the project or don't have the time, you can always hire a pro to help.

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