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BK Interiors, LLC
4.9(
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Macedonia, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great Very Professional. Did a great job. He explained what he was doing and why. Had a couple of neighbors come in and looked at the finished project and they were impressed. I would recommend him to anyone who needs drywall repair."
Hudson basement
Hudson basement
Hudson basement
Response time2 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Five Star Painting
4.8(
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Macedonia, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I needed a quick turnaround wallpaper removal/new paint job for my mom?s room as I was in town for a short time. Five Star Painting got it done? a two-day, amazing transformation of her room! The FSP team moved the furniture away from the walls, taped all down airtight, and removed the old wallpaper and chair rail. They cleaned the *entire* work area so my mom was able to sleep in her own bed that night. Second day, they sanded down the dings, cracks, and imperfections in the walls, and had them freshly painted? in addition to the ceiling and closet ?by the end of the day! It looks like brand new drywall! They cleaned every speck of dust from their work area! The FSP team was always on time, worked fast, but also efficiently and professionally. I will definitely call FSP when my parents are ready to tackle the rest of the wallpaper in their other rooms. I highly recommend FSP for wallpaper removal and paint jobs. I would give them TEN stars if I could. Thank you, Five Star Painting team!"
Red Barn Project
Five Star quality!
Solid stain
New Deck
Just a little touch-up makes a giant difference!

+36

Recommended by86%of homeowners
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First Call Handy Services
5.0(
51
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Macedonia, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We have used James for multiple projects around our house - grout in the bathroom stall, tiling our powder room, carpet repair, etc. James is fair with his rates and does an excellent job. He is timely and does a great job managing keeping his workspace and surrounding areas clean while getting the job done."
Lutron smart switches
Small chandelier
Lighting trouble shoot
Vanity light
Sconce light

+1

Response time20 mins
Response rate86%
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

You should do a little bit of sanding between adding coats of mud. Knock down any ridges or significantly imperfect areas through sanding, which should help you apply the next coat of mud smoothly. If your first coat of mud is pretty smooth after it dries, a quick sanding is all you’ll need. Don’t forget to wipe away any dust after each sanding process.

When you are learning how to tape and mud drywall, waiting for things to dry requires a lot of patience. So how long does drywall mud take to dry? On average, it takes about 24 hours. However, it depends on things like the thickness of the mud, as well as the room’s temperature, humidity, and ventilation. Using thin layers of mud in a warm, low-humidity room with good airflow reduces average drying time. You also could speed up drying time by making use of hot drywall mud, which consists of a powder that you mix with water, instead of using pre-mixed mud. 

Yes, wainscoting is installed directly over drywall. However, ensure the drywall is in good shape since it will support the wainscoting. If the drywall has issues, such as holes, mold, or mildew, repair them before installing the wainscoting. Alternatively, you can install a plywood substrate before attaching the trim.

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.

You should stagger drywall sheets to help prevent cracking. The joints between drywall sheets are the weak spots, so if you install drywall with seams aligned, you’ll create weak lines that run across the length of the wall and extend from floor to ceiling. But when you stagger drywall, the solid sections of panels will support the joints. This can prevent seams from cracking or separating due to fluctuating temperature and humidity, vibrations from movement inside the home, and gravity.

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