Pro tip: Use 1-1/4 inch fasteners for 1/2-inch rock and 1-5/8 inch fasteners for 5/8-inch rock. Popped drywall screws are ...

Hanging drywall usually means roping in a helper, but this drywall lift makes it possible to carry out the job solo. It extends up to 11 ft to make drywalling ceilings easier.

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.