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[@markcroell4029]

When I am cutting the length of a sheet to fit the bottom row, I find it easier to use a 12” speed square and the notches that are already included on the square. I agree with you Jeff that the drywall T-square works. But for DIYers, this might be easier. The blade will stay in the notch.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

That's a great idea! Cheers Mark!

[@maddierosemusic]

Yup, the speed square SHOULD be something a homeowner has - likely not going to buy a drywall square for a small job.

[@tonyc7090]

Johnson has the rock ripper which is a 24" square with notches which makes life easier and quicker to cut long lengths. Great tool to have!

[@paulrobinson5833]

Or just use your tape with your knife on end.

[@andrewvincent6215]

¹¹¹

[@candacegreer9411]

You have this wonderful habit of answering all the questions I never even knew I had! I could watch you all day. Of course I would never get anything done, but this is absolutely my go to channel when I need to learn something new. Thank you for all the value you pour out into the world Jeff.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Wow, thank you! Happy to share my life experience! Seems to me if more people did it then we would all be in a better place. Cheers!

[@dugies]

I find his videos really informative but I especially like how the confident approach is balanced out with constant mistakes. The Russell Coight of drywalling. This is good stuff.

[@Pathos312]

I am so glad to have acquainted you, you have taught me so much stuff that I absolutely needed to learn. I had fallen into owning number of rentals that all needed work, tl;dr no money, (psuedo) divorce, all kinds of nonsense and thanks to what you have provided has gotten me through this insanely rough patch of life. I mean this strictly platonically but I love ya man for everything you do!

[@kevinorr6880]

The torn paper was exactly what I needed! Kilz. Thx! I was watching another very famous handyman channel and he was ranting about “if you can’t see it, just get it done!” He was saying to never use the screws on outlets, but to press the pop-ins. “Have integrity”. So glad to hear you say!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Having a job last is better than having it look great for 1 year. The true test of quality is ....does it last 4 seasons. Cheers

[@jimbendtsen8841]

stab-ins are garbage. You can guarantee at least 10% will lose connectivity at some point and be a real pain to redo.

[@advargas30]

Love how Jeff explains the reason why he does it that way. And will also so there's other ways to do things.. 👍

[@matthewvanselow1979]

I learned more useful drywall tips and tricks from this video, than from anything I have seen or read on the subject. Bravo Jeff!!

[@johnbolongo9978]

This guy does nice work.

[@FreeBlackConservative6859]

Bro... I wish I could set and drink a beer 🍺 with this dude and just pick his brain 😂😂😂😂 He simplifies everything 👌🏾

[@carnini]

So happy for this video, working on some drywall tomorrow and this was perfect timing. Been watching your videos for ages so many great tips

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Happy to be of some help. Cheers!

[@michaeldichiara5121]

Thank you Jeff for all the help you provide

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Cheers!

[@millertime8835]

Your videos are the best on here! Thank you!

[@bigbrown2690]

I never thought I’d be spending an hour watching a guy teach me drywall, but homeownership and a leaking bathroom has me about to rip out the drywall and get ready to re-do it. You make it seem so easy to do these jobs by how well you articulate and explain every little detail, it’s amazing (even down to how to pull/use your razor blade haha!) Thanks for your videos! Mudding/tape has me nervous, I’m a bit of a perfectionist and fear it’s never gonna be as nice as I’d like. I’m not especially fond of home project, much prefer wrenching on my cars!

[@bigbrown2690]

At 21:10 you give the tip of how to keep the tape measure from falling, I gotta try that next time 😂 I’m always calling my fiancé to come hold the tape measure in place haha

[@sidefack]

I always thought the argument behind putting the ceiling up first was because it gave you some leeway with the measuring, as if you're 1/4 short the half inch board on the wall will cover it.

[@robertwright2106]

Yes then you don't have gaps in the angle,nobody wants to flat tape every top angle before they tape the angles, unless you want to screw the taper

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

yup since everything isn't square it is best practice....just not needed for strength is all so you have flexibility when renovating. Cheers!

[@mmpipepro]

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[@BaddDukk]

I'm not sure how many of these drywall videos I can watch, but so far it is more Thank you for all of the tips!

[@JNatella]

I consider myself a little farther along the road then a DIY'er but watched a bit of this, and I've measured outlets myself many times, always with similarly garbage results. (Which I greatly appreciate him showing the REAL result, even when the pros do it, but the amount of knowledge this guy has is just endless. Why did I not think of using spray foam around my poorly cut outlets, I have no idea.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

I tried it many years ago in my house. I don't experiment in clients houses because you are never there a year later to see the end result. It worked and I have never looked back. now my foam gun is always with me when i drywall. Cheers!

[@yvonroy9617]

I always do the ceiling first. Its way easier to close those gaps between the walls and the ceiling!

[@JammastaJ23]

You rock Jeff I'm fumbling through some remodel projects and your videos are super helpful. Thanks for all the great info.

[@randyo308]

My favorite guy to learn from. I finally get it. Sheetrock butt joints and factory side to factory side. Thanks

[@mbhanscom]

Our crew would apply drywall adhesive on walls every other wall stud avoiding glue at butt joints or edges. We then put five screws at each end, one screw per stud top and bottom of sheet and a single screw dead center every other stud. That helps speed up finishing and makes for straighter walls. Ceilings no glue and five screws per ceiling rafter/board. Corners, edges, and butt joint screws are covered when taping and finish coats. When you have to visit each field screw three coats you will appreciate the single screw every other stud. We had no call backs and was great long term.

[@vantuanma5967]

Many thanks to Jeff: your channel had inspired & helped many DIYers!!!!

[@mikefrench4787]

The stud for an eight foot wall is 92 5/8 allows for the drywall lid and at the bottom of the wall the space needed to keep water from wicking . Thank you for the video

[@joeleone6276]

Jeff, like to stop and say thanks for teaching the caulking trick for popcorn ceiling cut-in. I can't tell you how many hours this simple little trick has saved me on my home renovations!

[@streetkombativesystem4704]

Pps: The lazer trick is a cheeky pro tip, thanks for showing the masses ;).

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Any time!

[@FrancisRoyCA]

Just so that you know that years on, I'm still using KZbin to improve my skills. I listen to many many people across various trades, and they all offer excellent insights on the details. When it comes to the fundamentals, I tend to return to your videos. Thank you.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Cheers ! Never stop learning!

[@garthrondeau8198]

Great job editing this video. No waiting our time. Love it and love your sense of humor.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@MegsCarpentry-lovedogs]

Jeff, 💯 You Rock! 🧗‍♀️ Thank you so much for helping us DIY'ers...🛠..even us 🔨 females! 👩‍🦰 💝💛💙☺️ 🇨🇦, Cheers from Prince Edward Island⭐️ 👍

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

You rock! Cheers Meg! I am happy to help anyone who wants to put in the blood sweat and tears to make their lives better. Cheers!

[@mspnick7990]

Wow, this video is packed full of gems, loved every minute! No nonsense, right to business.

[@albertorivera9726]

YOU ARE THE BEST I KEEP LEARNING A LOT BECAUSE OF YOU THANK YOU GOD BLESS

[@jayhari1713]

I'm not even a drywaller, but that yellow tool u have to help hang drywall sheets to the wall is dope as hell 🤙🏽👌🏽 niiiiice

[@joecoolcitizen1493]

I have a empty mud bucket with water to wet my tape keeps from having any dry spots on my tape and keep the tape from sucking water out of the mud been doing it for 40 years works great

[@jfishmento4147]

If you are doing the ceiling, then install it first. You have to do it any way, so butt the top wall piece into the ceiling and its additional edge support.

[@9and7]

I know. I don't get it either.

[@thesurgepartybandnj5426]

Thank you for all your helpful videos. I have spent hours on the treadmill mesmerized by your videos. You really explain everything in great detail! Thanks again

[@scottfoster5507]

lol..i had to "rewind" it when you were getting the measurements for the electrical box...i said did he just say that...but you said fuss.thought you had picked up some florida construction words ...awesome job explaining everything .15 buckets of mud on one wall later i started watching your videos ...now it only takes a half a bucket ...thanks for everything my man!!!!

[@richardleonard8981]

Very informative video, don't think it was discussed but would be good to know what type of drywall to use in the basement, such as mold resistant or fire x, reg etc.

[@TheSoonyGirl]

Mind blown! I have learnt so much watching 20min that it feels like my brain is crawling and my neurons are having a wild party 🎉

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

LOL, dopamine drip..Cheers!

[@HandymanPros]

Another fantastic video Jeff!! Great tips for anyone putting up drywall. Thanks!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Cheers!

[@geetah5136]

Jeff very informative I've been in the business for 25 years and I learned a few things thx

[@eyelashviper6030]

I've watched most of your drywall content I think (including the repairing a textured wall) but I still have a question: How should I go about removing some of my textured (orange peel) wall and ceiling in order to wire some new electrical (in the USA so ceiling is screwed right to the floor joist and I need access to drill holes perpendicular to the joist runs)? From your video my guess would be: before cutting, sand down the area and add 1ft or so in all directions to remove the texture. Then, cut a piece out for access. To repair, put the same pieces back in and use the adhesive mesh and then mud on the edges and taper the mud to make the mesh bump blend in. Then, re-apply texture, prime, and paint. This would seem to be a common renovation task but nobody covers how to take a perfectly good textured ceiling (or wall) and properly cut out an area and replace it when done. Any tips you could offer on this would be great (cut a strip of drywall spanning multiple joists or cut access holes between each joist so you can re-use the cut out drywall?, etc..) Anyway, love the content. Can't wait to try some techniques!

[@Kevlar-78]

So timely. Just got done putting up my ceiling drywall for my kids art room and ready to mud and tape. Cheers and happy new tour to you and your Jeff ! 🎉

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Cheers and have a great year to you as well.

[@louisel.sinniger2057]

Your work is your calling card

[@Pard0ned]

Just wanted to say - you're basically a real life "Tim The-Tool-Man Taylor"! Legend!😎

[@emartinez6584]

Great video , I like to add a little blue chalk line powder in my second coat also in my skim coat when repairing old drywall .Happy New Year .

[@fbad3]

Jeff has taught me that just the tip is enough, thank you.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

You bet

[@robertapreston4200]

Beautiful. .... you're getting smoother, Jeff. 🍻cheers

[@michaels3003]

This video deserves 1M views.

[@elsamirsito]

May god bless you for sharing all of your knowledge. I wish I can tip you but right now I'm struggling financially but your tips are life changing

[@Thermohybrid]

Freaking wonderful! Thanks for making this video. I'm sure those speady drywall guys will be happy to see this video

[@GuillermoRamirez-k7r]

Thanks for taking the time to teach a a lot of people leave me

[@XxXx-wt5we]

Wow. This is the highest yield of information you can get in one hour

[@jamesbraun867]

This fine Canadian really saved my bacon when I was sheet rocking a new room I built and a garage. Toques off to you, sir, Jeff! I promise to buy you a vat of maple syrup if I'm ever up that way.

[@migo-migo9503]

This vid deserves 100 likes per person. Thank you for all the tips!

[@davepo6443]

Awesome hints Thank you.

[@marjoriejudge5348]

" two foot by three foot " wall plate - too funny

[@haveyouflossedtoday]

When God gives you a bridge to cross the highway, you use it. Don’t run around playing Frogger. 😂😂😂😂 . As an 80’s kid also, I laughed so hard at this!

[@pamelaryan8753]

Yes! Please come to our house!

[@herminioamuniz]

Absolutely MINT! Thanks. It's all here.

[@tomsohngen8772]

This is why i use mesh tape . So much less work ,self stick and if you have a water leak it dont fall off like paper tape !!

[@channingrhodes6756]

Job well done! Thanks for all the tips you provide! I learn so much watching your channel! You make it seem so easy! lol

[@MrThebigredone]

Snap off knives have a plastic piece at the bottom with a slot in it, simply pull it out and fit it over the blade and break the blade ,it stops the discarded piece flying off

[@ademkollari8992]

Few days ago I put a tiny drywall to cover an ugly pipe. Was pretty proud of my work, as I have never done it before, only to realise today I didn't put any mud/glue on it. Tiles will cover it anyway, I thought!

[@Keith-ui4tp]

Hi Jeff love watching your videos. However as a qualified dryliner I was taught that the first coat is to bed the tape, not to cover the tape .second coat covers the tape third coat fill in imperfections etc .like you I only use hawk n trowel, never had tape blister, never had any call back from my work.watching from Ireland 👍👍

[@cesarcolli1042]

Frogger!! Yes . I played Atari too. Awesome videos. Thanks for share your knowledge. God bless!!

[@bobjoye4195]

You do know what you’re doing that’s for sure. I wish you lived closer because I really could use your help at my sons house there’s a lot to do and not enough money to do it.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

You can do it. watch my course on youtube for free. Cheers!

[@whiskyjames4200]

I always have plaster of paris and mesh tape on hand, for every emergency.

[@Glocktard]

I did a drywall patch project today, thanks for your help.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Glad I could help!

[@boomer1306]

Thanks for such an informative video. Perfect timing for me, as I start drywalling my bathroom tomorrow.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

How did it go?

[@stevehutchinson238]

Installing the ceiling drywall first, I believe, is for taping, bit support

[@Glocktard]

I just bought the KillZ oil based spray primer at Home Depot in Washington (state) today 😊 & I did a patch project the day you posted this after watching and buying a few tools. Thanks for the recommendations.

[@randycanakie6027]

Because of you, I'm ready to build my own house. Just kidding thanks for all the advice. It's been 4 years now and my pot lights are still lightning up in my living room, thanks again

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Cheers! Happy to help

[@DaveSomething]

53? not too bad for an old hoser! :) thanks for the video, I'm about to wreck up some drywall.

[@andyprairiedog]

Great ideas and clarifying, sir. Thank you for your information and especially about drywall screws being so close to the outlet box. I like the drywall hoist...I need one because I work solo most times and I'm getting up in age.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Life changer for sure. Cheers!

[@jayman12348]

Typical drywaller doing the lords work and filling every electric box with mud. Love it 😂

[@Fqlan]

I love watching your videos. I learn a lot.

[@stanleybrown1151]

You have answered so many questions. I would only add, GET YOU A SAFETY GUARD ON THAT SAW! so many people get comfortable around a saw with no cover and next thing you know, they are known as 9 finger Joe.... be safe, thanks the info.

[@MegsCarpentry-lovedogs]

This was a good idea Jeff and team! Thank you from East Canada!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@PhilWu-ie5cg]

Uncle, funny and entertaining!

[@Badkharma21]

If you add water to mud it won’t bubble after imbedding… but best to do a skim coat over top!!

[@64maxpower]

I really enjoy your videos. I've never seen box o spackle before. Looks inconvenient

[@williambirt914]

Great job with many useful tips and reminders!!! awesome.

[@odavis1364]

I just hold my sheet up against the box and put a mail in one of the box screws to poke the drywall and mark the location.

[@stanleykania7184]

Thank you

[@Angel_Ripoff]

Priceless, thanks so much for sharing!

[@spenceradeluca]

Right back at it eh? Happy new year

[@bdambo21]

I tried getting mud off the hawk like that and ended up with a floor covered with mud - FTW :D

[@fredericlachapelle3794]

Thanks!

[@randumbdreamer]

Jeff is my favorite.

[@elfarrow4767]

Thanks

[@MrMockingbird1313]

Excellent Jeff

[@Okanagan_modeler]

Just found you guys on KZbin. Great work very detailed description. Just going to start building a garage and am watching you to figure some stuff out!!

[@DynoStand_]

Like to see how you finish uneven edge of tapered and the cut edge please.

[@ZYX884]

Could you please also show us drywalling with metal studs. We only use metal studs in (all of?) Europe. Love your content!

[@MrThebigredone]

Just buy the correct screws and install the drywall as normal

[@andrewcarr2431]

Great video. pro-tip. the giant T-square width is exactly the same as the electrical box (2 inches), so no need to move it just line it up on one side and mark both sides of the ruler. DIY Tip - yes, I agree the drywall lift is much cheaper than hiring 2 strong guys to muscle it up, and less painful than a hernia. No clue what i'm doing tip - watch jeff's excellent "how to drywall" series

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Cheers !

[@annaharris9826]

That water line has me 😮. Even with decorative wall hangings you risk getting it.

[@anastasiahariskos2545]

Thank you for the pointers.

[@bvp663]

Amazing! Do one of these for lathe and plaster please.

[@Mr1fingersalute]

I love the channel and am always finding something to watch on it. I’m on a drywall kick lately looking forward to ripping my bathroom apart in the not too distant future ( hopefully ) What happened to pre filling the joints? I thought that was a must 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

it is if the gap is too large. I am teaching the use of sprayfoam to avoid the extra step. Cheers!

[@wohcrag]

Jeff , can you do a video on truss uplift and drywall repairs. Or provide a link if you've already made one . Thanks again for all your help .

[@MsDanms]

I wish i had this video when i've done my basement. specially for the 45 corner. that was a struggle .

[@peter.g6618]

Hi Jeff. Excellent video. Thank you for sharing. Happy New Year to you and your family. 👍👌🎉🎉

[@clsherian]

Sheetrock finishing. Wide knife is the best.

[@kenttegneskog]

In sweden we install Drywall standing then its the standard hight. And u can put them up yourself then