Fasten wood backing wherever drywall ends have no support within four inches. Note: Make sure to check corners and ceiling/wall joints. Measure from the end of the ceiling to the middle of a joist and ...

Repairing holes in drywall can be one of the most dreaded home projects out there — especially if it’s a large hole. But it’s a DIY project that’s probably easier than you think. Whether it’s a small ...

The first piece of federal legislation related to defective Chinese drywall has been passed by the U.S. House of Representatives. The provision authored by Rep. Robert Wexler, D-Boca Raton, and Mario ...

If you find yourself staring at damaged walls and ceilings in your home, it might be time for a little TLC and an update. The interiors of most homes are covered with gypsum wallboard, which is ...

A bill co-sponsored by U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan, R-Longboat Key, that would ban sales of toxic Chinese drywall passed the U.S. House of Representatives this week and now goes to the Senate. The ...

The House Sunday afternoon debated a bill designed to prod China to take action to mitigate problems with drywall manufactured at Chinese facilities that contaminated homes in Louisiana and other ...

NOTE: Every homeowner (and even those who don”t own their own home) eventually does a home improvement project, and, as they say, knowing is half the battle. How hard is it to repair drywall? Have you ...