Hanging Drywall From the Top Down Hang drywall on the ceiling first, then the walls. Check the ceiling for bowed joists using a 4-ft. level. Irregularities less than 1/8 in. are of no concern, but ...

Here's a great technique for hanging drywall on your ceiling when you don't have a helping hand. Attach a 6-8' piece of 2x4 across the top stud and leave about 3/4" space from the rafters.

Two more coats — the last a white finish coat — were then applied, creating a strong, paintable, surface that also provided good sound dampening. The basic premise for the modern-day product ...

Dear Help!: We need to have our ceiling repaired. It has a skip-trowel or “knock-down” finish. Can you help? You may want to call Paul Peck of Peck Drywall, 321-777-9337. His company has been ...