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Brownstone Builders
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Drywall - InstallDrywall - RepairDrywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Lexington, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

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"Repair siding on home and replaced outside venting. Extremely satisfied with job. Will definitely recommend and will use for future projects as well. I'm already making a list with great expectation of a job well done. Thanks Brownstone Builders for your hard work."
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Table staining
Staining table

+14

Response time2 days
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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ELI THE HANDYMAN SPECIALIST LLC
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Drywall - RepairDrywall - Install

Serving Lexington, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I needed drywall seem repairs on a Gambrell bedroom ceiling. Eli called me soon after my inquiry and was able to schedule the job a week later. The quality of his work is very good. He finished what I needed in one day and left no mess at all. Eli told me he is a general handyman and can do many types of repairs. I recommend him."
Deck Repair
Deck Repair
Deck Repair
Deck Repair
Deck Repair

+62

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Cobon Remodeling
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Drywall - Repair - For Business

Serving Lexington, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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"Donni was amazing. He worked with me on ever aspect of enclosing the patio and suggested ideas when we couldn't find matching vynl. The end result of our patio enclosure was amazing, high quality and built to last. I highly recommend Donni."
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+15

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

Regularly in areas prone to moisture or high traffic to catch issues early.

The two most common drywall thicknesses for ceilings are 1/2-inch and 5/8-inch. For most standard residential applications, 1/2-inch drywall is sufficient and widely used. It provides adequate support and is lighter and easier to handle during installation compared to thicker sheets. However, 5/8-inch drywall is often used for specific cases where additional benefits are needed. It is heavier but provides superior sound dampening and fire resistance. You should consider using 5/8-inch drywall for ceilings in commercial buildings, between a garage and a living space, or above a finished basement to meet building codes or for enhanced soundproofing.

Although they are used for similar tasks, spackle and joint compound are not the same. Joint compound, also known as drywall mud, consists of limestone and gypsum and is primarily used for large-scale projects like taping and finishing seams on new drywall. Spackle is composed of gypsum and binding agents, making it a thicker compound best suited for small wall repairs like filling nail holes or cracks, as it dries quickly and is easy to sand. For small repairs, either product can be suitable. However, you can use joint compound for small jobs in place of spackle, but you cannot use spackle for large-scale taping and mudding projects.

Drywall tape is made of paper, while drywall mesh is made of fiberglass or metal. Drywall mesh patches are suitable for repairing small holes in drywall, while paper drywall tape holds a crease better for corners. You need joint compound to adhere drywall tape to the wall, while mesh patches may be self-adhesive.

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.

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