Drywall thickness
where is 1/2" drywall usually used?
on walls
what is used to cut drywall
razor blade, drywall saw
what kind of tape works inside corners?
paper tape
how many coats of mud are needed for a finish?
2-3
where is 5/8" in drywall usually installed
on ceiling
what is used as a straight edge to cut full sheets into 4' wide?
drywall square (T square)
how many coats of plaster before taping?
1
what is the standard width of drywall?
_x8'
4'
why is 1/4" drywall used?
curved walls or to put on top of existing drywall
what is done after each coat of mud
what type of tape has adhesive to stick to walls?
fiber
what kind of drywall can be around water?
Green board
what is the thickness for fire rated drywall?
5/8"
what is the best tool to cut around electrical boxes?
jab saw/ drywall saw
what is the purpose of tape on seems?
to help cover lines and prevent cracking
true or false: drywall comes in 12ft pieces
true
44 lbs
what is the tool used to shave edges smooth
Rasp
what is used to protect outside corners?
corner bead
a room is 8x8 and 8' tall how many sheets will you need for the walls?
8