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 Saturday, July 26, 2008
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Weekly Project Articles: Wallboard
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A New Gadget
The repair process used to go something like this: One went to the home center to buy $8 or $10 worth of drywall repair ingredients, then another $25 or $30 for tools. Next, several hours were spent making the patch and waiting for each of several layers of joint compound to dry. Finally, touch-up paint was applied to the repaired area. Today the repair can be made in less than five minutes.
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Hardwood
Wallboard is one of the most common finishes for interior walls in post-World-War-II homes. It's affordable, relatively easy to work with and uncomplicated to finish with practice and the proper tools and material.
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How to Patch Holes in Wallboard
A do-it-yourselfer sometimes finds it necessary to make a hole in wallboard. A frustrated do-it-yourselfer or a youngster who flings open a door may create involuntary holes. This frequently results in needing to patch the hole.
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Taping Drywall Joints
Our homes are destined to be heaved to and fro for all eternity. Although it can occur, normally there isn't a great deal of structural damage caused by normal house movement.
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