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HV Drywall, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Central Valley, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"HV Drywall came the very next day early and was very respectful and the job came out very good. They didn't rush. they took their time to make sure it was done right and best of all, the price was good. I highly recommend."
Sheetrock,drywall and painting
Living room
Living room
Jacuzzi Bathtubs
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+6

Response time6 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Veterans Tile
4.9(
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Serving Central Valley, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have used Veterans Tile for several jobs, and highly recommend them! It is hard to find contractors with a good work ethic, and polite, courteous, dependable service. I have found this with Sergio and his crew. They stand by their work. Iâ ve had a very good experience with this company so far!"
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel
Bathroom remodel

+8

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Nice Guys Painting NY LLC
4.6(
10
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Serving Central Valley, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"When I need something painted, I call Isaac. I know that he will be fair in his pricing, excellent in his workmanship, and realistic with a project timeline. Isaac is a great guy and always a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend him!"
Entrance and Living room
Clean
Response time1 day
Response rate93%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

Plaster is a pretty tough surface, but it can still sustain damage from things like bumping against it, water issues, dampness, extreme humidity changes, and plain old age. Most plaster walls last hundreds of years and will only be taken down to the base layer when major repairs are required. Being cautious around the wall, not placing furniture against it, and ensuring stable humidity are all great ways to reduce possible damage.

Beadboard is a decorative element and lacks the structural integrity of drywall. It cannot hold much weight and is not meant to be used as an insulator or moisture barrier, like drywall is. In almost all cases, beadboard is placed over an existing wall surface which, in modern days, is usually drywall, but decades ago could have been wood paneling.

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.

Yes, you can install drywall over plaster, but there are important factors to consider. While it can create a smooth, flat surface, it is often not the best approach. Installing drywall over plaster will increase the wall's thickness, which can cause issues with existing window and door frames that may no longer fit. You might also need to adjust power outlets to keep them accessible. A better, though more expensive, option is to remove the old plaster and lath entirely before installing new drywall. Drywalling directly over plaster seals in the old material, and if any problems arise later, you will need to remove both layers down to the structural beams for repairs. Given the potential complications, this job is best handled by professionals.

Choose a drill bit that is the size of the screws of the anchors you will use. You aren’t drilling through metal or concrete—hopefully—so any standard twist, wooden or all-purpose drill bit will work fine. It’s also important to have a screwdriver capable of drilling through the drywall and into the stud. The good news is most available drills, even the older ones, can do this with no issue.

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