Q: Money is tight, and I have to tackle a drywall project. I’ve never done it before, but from what I have seen on home-improvement shows, it looks simple. Please share your magic tips, especially on ...

Hanging drywall is an arduous task. Attaching it to the ceiling is even tougher—almost impossible if you are doing the job yourself. Here's a great technique for hanging drywall on your ceiling when ...

If you have to drywall a ceiling, don’t hesitate to rent a lift. It’s well worth the rental fee and is by far the best way to get a ceiling up without back strain. Drywall lifts break down into three ...

Q: I have several drywall defects in my home that must be repaired. What are some tips you can share about repairing these? Is this really a do-it-yourself task, or should I call in a pro? A: You and ...

Whether you're repairing a wall with water damage, covering up an outdated popcorn ceiling, or completing countless other home improvement projects, it may be necessary to install drywall. Even though ...

In the video above, a nifty method passed down from The Shortcut’s dad to avoid the crumbly mess that comes with drilling into drywall. All it takes is a little tape and a couple folds.

Q. I want to save some money on an upcoming project. It seems to me that I could successfully hang interior prehung doors if I had some guidance. Surely it can’t be that hard to do. Of course I want ...