The Basics of Hanging Drywall

Summary by Krater

A contractor explains the basics of hanging drywall on wood frame walls and ceilings, demonstrating how to measure, cut with a T-square and utility knife, tack with screws, and route openings.

From the video

Answers: How do I hang drywall on wood framing?

• drywall hanging basics
• measuring and cutting drywall
• screwing drywall to wood framing
• routing drywall openings with a drywall router
• drywall butt joints and spacing

What it concludes

• Rent a drywall lift if you have a big ceiling to hang.
• Use 1 1/4-inch coarse thread drywall screws on wood framing for 1/2-inch drywall.
• Do not use a drywall hammer on modern aerated drywall because it delaminates the paper.
• Hang ceilings first because the next sheet can hide a small gap up to 3/8 inch and the walls support the ceiling.
• Start in one corner of a room and work your way all the way around to get a tight fit.
• Cut drywall sheets about 1/4 inch loose to ensure they always fit without blowing out corners from being too tight.