Drywall Contracting

Drywall Contracting is an informative resource for professionals, thoroughly covering the trade, estimating and planning jobs, as well as the dos and don'ts of running a drywall contracting business. This practical manual will explain everything that you need to know in order to operate successfully as a drywall contractor, and also explains the tools and materials that you should be using in order to maximize productivity. Other important topics covered in the text include how to measure and mark boards, fastening techniques for both metal and wood studs, where to use reinforcement and blocking, multi-ply applications, repairs and patching, self-supporting partitions, surface and joint treatments and how to install corner bead and expansion joints. 256 pages.