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Lastor Home Improvement, LLC
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Serving Stanhope, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

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"I hired them to replace and paint some of the drywall in the living room ceiling after some water damage. Thomas was a great guy, a pleasure to work with. His team showed up on time and immediately covered every piece of furniture and accessories with plastic. They also completely isolated the work area with a plastic curtain. There was no dust or any dirt left behind when they were. They did a great job for me and I strongly recommend them for any other projects."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate86%
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Dorhos Management, LLC
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Serving Stanhope, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

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"We hired Peter Dorizas from Dorhos Management, LLC and he was an excellent painter and very reasonably priced. He also did other things that needed fixing and cleaned everything up. I would definitely recommend him."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate99%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Nepa Bros. Construction
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Serving Stanhope, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We needed our deck enlarged and resurfaced with Trex decking system. Victor was prompt with the quote. Started project on time, cleaned up site every day. He completed the project on time and didn't we didn't have additional expenses from original quote. Victor is reliable and did quality workmanship. He was certainly a pleasure doing business with."
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Response time3 hrs
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Custom Concept Contractor LLC
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Serving Stanhope, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

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"I highly recommend custom concept for any home improvement needs. I hired Gabriel and his team to get my rental property updated and ready to rent. They installed flooring through the entire home updated all lighting fixtures replaced and painted all door's as well as drywall repair and painted the entire home. Safe to say I have found my go to contractor and will continue to use him on all my future needs."
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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.

There shouldn’t be any gaps between your walls and ceiling. These can be fixed with joint compound but that is only a fix, and it’s much better if your drywall fits correctly in the first place. Sometimes gaps can appear if your foundation shifts significantly but if this is the case, you have a much bigger problem than patching drywall.

You can paint over plaster, but repair any damage to the plaster first, or the paint will crack and bubble. You should also prepare the surface of the plaster to accept paint, which gives your paint job the best chance of looking good and lasting a long time. Before applying the color you want, apply a coat or two of primer. Additionally, use latex paint, and choose a latex paint with a satin finish for areas with dampness, like bathrooms.

Knowing what causes drywall damage can help stop it before it starts. Here are some of the most common causes of drywall damage: 

  • Water damage from roof leaks or leaky pipes. 

  • Small holes caused by doorknobs, minor accidents, and rodent infestations. 

  • Wall dents stemming from moving furniture and minor accidents. 

  • Wall cracks that form from a settling foundation or seismic activity. 

  • Nail pops from nails and screws in the walls. 

  • Large holes that are caused by accidents with heavy objects, children and pets, or sporting equipment.

The best tool for skim coating drywall is a skim coating blade, which can smooth out joint compound in wide stretches. While you could use a smaller drywall knife for skim coating, the smaller size means it’ll take longer to smooth out each section. Instead, consider investing in a skim coating blade for the quickest application.

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