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Avatar for KALANISH PLASTERING & DRYWALL
KALANISH PLASTERING & DRYWALL
4.3(
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Serving Cheswick, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brian had done drywall work in my garage a year earlier. I needed more work after I had some piping replaced. His team came in and got the job done in a reasonable amount of time and for a fair price. The garage was left clean and tidy and the overall appearance of the work done was satisfactory. I would hire Brian and his team again in the future."
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Response time2 days
Recommended by93%of homeowners
theHandyExpress
4.8(
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Serving Cheswick, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"I feel fortunate that this company contacted me first! From the first phone call they were completely transparent about pricing and asked me in great detail about the job and how they could help me. The representative that did the work was friendly, polite, professional and respectful of property. He got the job done super fast and accurately too. I will be using The Handy Xpress for anything I need in my home. They make home repairs and renovations affordable for the average person and I’m extremely grateful for that."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate87%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Connor Construction
4.9(
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Serving Cheswick, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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"Outstanding craftsman, does excellent work. Michael Connor remodeled our existing, dated game room. He removed the paneled walls and old stained ceiling, replaced these with dry wall, cove molding, floors and baseboard in a most beautiful manner. He also did a great job on the steps to the upstairs using stained oak with 2 hand rails for safety. Then he redid our small bathroom in the adjacent utility room. But the crowning glory is the wet bar with oak trim all over. It is unique and stunning!"
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+3

Response time9 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Rapid Repair Facility Services, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Cheswick, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rapid Repair did a fantastic job on my drywall project. He was efficient, did quality work, and the cost was reasonable. I will definitely be using this company again for my next project!"
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+28

Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

You can paint over drywall mud about 24 hours after application, but the exact timing depends on factors like humidity, temperature, and the thickness of the mud. For the best results, ensure the mud is completely dry to the touch and has changed from a darker gray to a lighter, chalky white. Don’t forget to sand and prime the drywall surface before you paint to create a smooth, even finish.

You should leave a gap between drywall sheets because they naturally expand and contract along with the building framing as temperature and humidity change. Most pro drywall installers leave a gap of about ⅛ inch between drywall sheets, allowing the sheets to expand, contract, and shift without cracking or becoming damaged. If you don’t leave enough gaps between slabs, the edges will press against each other when they expand, and the pressure can cause visible cracks.

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.

While it’s most common to sand plaster dry, it is possible to wet-sand plaster, too. Doing so can reduce the amount of plaster dust released into the air and make it easier to work in smaller, more delicate areas (such as around wall trim). However, some people find that wet sanding leads to more imperfections, which is why larger walls are more often dry sanded to ensure an even finish.

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. 

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