How To Use a Drywall Lift

[@timnevinger5056]

Other than moving it around I worked with drywall one time and one time only. I was a teenager and some guy hired me to help with a job. I get there he has me shoulder pressing the drywall from a ladder and holding it in an isometric 3/4th locked out position causing the most unbelievable burning, pain and fatigue possible. Back cramps, you name it. This went on for maybe an hour. I physically couldn't hold the drywall up anymore so he told me to sweep the floor for my rest. After sweeping for a while he informed me that it was time to shoulder press more drywall. I promptly left and never talked to him again. Long story short the memory of this just now popped into my head over twenty years later! I look up how to install overhead drywall correctly and your video popped up first! It's great to see it done right haha!

[@gregorydahl]

My dad left me on a ladder holding a cieling piece up while he went to get screws or nails . After an hour i was way down slanted tired .ugh . He laughed

[@robertoshiro6016]

Who would have thought I would ever need this DIY. A minute ago did not know such a tool existed. Need something like this to (drop) an elevator ceiling. Reverse. Great explanation and content.

[@gregorydahl]

We used mine to lift and hold in place a big store sign outside . We put a plywoodboard on the rack on top to act as a platform for the sign and blocks underneath the sign . The lift under the edge of the overhang raised up and tight solid . The blocksheld the sign up and against the roof 3 foot tall surround wall . About 11 feet up .

[@jackwellerman9492]

Very well explained. Concise, accurate, clean with valuable tips like have a relatively smooth flood, or when lowering watch that the drywall doesn't catch on anything.

[@jamesp739]

I've done it both ways and I'll never do another ceiling w/o using a lift. It's easier and safer and more likely you''ll bring a sheet down to trim if necessary rather than forcing the fit and breaking an edge or corner. Thanks for posting!

[@drawsawyer5881]

Finishing my basement right now and have been on the fence about one of these for the ceiling. You made up my mind! Thanks

[@baker_builder]

Excellent, thorough explanation! Thank you so much, I'm no longer terrified of doing this drywall project!

[@brandonweaver2912]

Very much appreciate your videos Shannon. I stumbled across your channel some years back and they have been an invaluable help to me. Thanks so much!

[@andyprairiedog]

Thank you for this video, Shannon. Very helpful video as I got this at a discount from HFreight...no instructions came with it. Assembled it and almost dropped a sheet on my face and on my puppy. He was so scared the rest of the day and not confident of my drywall handling skills. He stayed by the corner near the first aid kit and cell phone the rest of the day like he's capable of helping. Thanks again, your videos are very helpful.

[@rlw3461]

Awesome job. You helped me with my porch last summer and now I'm finishing the basement and this will help me with that. muchas gracias senor!

[@pacotores3118]

You make some great videos. They are made for guys like me who like to diy but don't have a lot of expertise. I watch all you vids. Thanks for taking the time to help out the regular guy.

[@noureddine309]

what not to like about this video . thanks again for taking the time to make this video . please keep them coming: )

[@johnbrewer7221]

Great job! Excellent video production and vocals. My friend loaned me this exact lift and it will be me against the basement.

[@tommyboy9898]

Just bought one. Your tutorial helped me tremendously. Thank you

[@GregoryGuay]

How does that top arm work? And it needs to be manually raised with some sort of cotter pin to keep it higher? The cable does not raise the top telescoping arm? I have a really rough old drywall lift and I don’t know how to use that extra 3 foot height extension on the top telescoping pole.

[@HouseImprovements]

I'm sure mine does not work that way.

[@pualanic4023]

Good video so thanks. I’m looking to purchase one and now I see how to use it. I need more research on brands and where I might find a good deal. They range from $39.00 - $399.00 and basically look identical. The research continues. Thanks for taking the time to show us how it works. :) A+++

[@missjackie7983]

FASCINATING!!! I love tools and fixing on stuff. Didn't even know something like this existed until last week LOL

[@mwh7022]

Thanks Shannon. Long time to find this video but it was excellent and a few markers I did not consider - Got a 3-width garage here in the UK and now my worries are over. All I have to do is remove the two classic cars with dead batteries then I can start! Do you ever mark the joists on the wall before offering up the board and do a chalk-line?

[@HouseImprovements]

You absolutely could.

[@danhigbee2283]

Borrowed my friend lift rachet a piece of 3/4 plywood to lift then used it to replace ac unit on my camper roof a lot safer and easier than trying to carry it up a ladder plus roof is rubber membrane if you drop it on roof you have a another project can be used for more than drywall just think about weight center of gravity

[@michaelcasile1036]

Thanks for this great video. Mine comes on Thursday and this helped me in preparation.

[@courtneywilliams6047]

Alternatively either, 2 people hold it up to the ceiling, then one holds the board in the middle with 2 hands and one screws up the board to the point where it holds it own weight. Secondly buy some drywall props, quite cheap and not a big footprint, easy to use on uneven flooring and so much quicker to set up. Takes 2 people to place the board onto this machine so I can’t see why doing it this way would not only save on time but cost of rental as you could carry the props in a small form factor. Great video on a other hand however I believe abit more labour won’t harm.

[@tomato88ish]

Try both ways and you will see the benefit. One drywall job the way you are talking could ruin your shoulders forever, but I have seen very big guys make to 35 or 40 doing it your way.

[@TekkenBones]

4:50 - Good video but I have OCD, therefore cannot sleep at night without seeing this panel getting screwed/secured into place.

[@myhealthtoo]

already did ceiling i nailed wooden block near where panel will go and twist blocks to hold it up.

[@swm-sm6cu]

I have hung and finished a fair amount of drywall. Every time I do a big job I'll say, "I'll never do that again!" And then I try again. This lift would help, but after hiring a crew, I realize some things are best to leave for experienced professionals. In the time it takes to put the sheet on the lift, crank it up, get it set just right, and screw it in, there are people out there who can have two or three sheets installed. Not to knock the video. It would be a good tool for people who can't afford to hire a crew and have the time and maybe some inexpensive or free help. But if you have the funds you might be surprised how little it would cost to get your drywall hung - and finished!

[@HouseImprovements]

You make some valid points! There are times when hiring help is the best way to go.

[@zeinnaja]

Thanks Shannon! I've been wondering how to install the drywall on the ceiling in my basement. No way me and my wife could do it. I might surprise her, and do it without her knowing. Thanks again!

[@Ferry232323]

Did she like the surprise?

[@craigsmith5488]

Thanks great video ! I’m hanging a sloped ceiling vertical and assume it tilts from end to end ?

[@Feronom]

Do those wheel need to be so wide apart? I have to move it from room to room. If yes is there a lift just to 9 feet high? that's all I need, thanks

[@sethdeyoung6612]

Thanks Shannon. I have learned so much from watching your videos. I really appreciate you taking the time to share your knowledge with the rest of us.

[@HouseImprovements]

thanks for watching

[@paulr7719]

Are you stuck with the wheels in that exact position, or are they rotatable while the angle of the lift is the same, for situations that require some maneuverability?

[@HouseImprovements]

The wheels swivel and the lift tower frame itself pivots as well.

[@dhenschel4]

do you usually drywall the walls first, then the ceiling? I usually do it the other way around...

[@HouseImprovements]

Ceilings first. This was a reno,walls were existing

[@meangreen7389]

Renovating a dining room with a soffit in the kitchen. Luckily the soffit accommodates 3” deep grove and only 1/2” on opposite dining room wall and using this drywall lift makes life so much easier to lock in the drywall on the 1/2” side.

[@aussiegoosebumps]

Shannon,good demo.Question. What is the length of the sheet you lifted in your demo?

[@HouseImprovements]

Almost 12'

[@aussiegoosebumps]

HouseImprovements Thanks for responding to my question. This is the first time I have viewed someone using one of these. Looks to be a one man job machine if one takes it slow and easy and not rushed to do the job. You have convinced me to buy one. Thanks.

[@FaithWoodcraft]

Robert Mckinnon I sheeted my garage with 7/16" OSB. I bought one of these and lifted all the sheets up for installation. It worked perfectly. I was working with standard 4' x 8' sheets. The ceiling is just over 10' up. I believe my unit can go even taller with an optional extension kit. Just be careful of that brake. I see these things in the store, cranked up high. I tell them to lower them down. If an unsuspecting customer were to touch that brake while the lift is up, the thing would come crashing down on their head.

[@aussiegoosebumps]

Thanks for responding to my question.

[@yokells5808]

Hi. Why do you have plastics under the beams? Never seen that before. Is that to cancel out the sound?

[@monsoavg9]

Yo Kells it's blown insulation the plastic keeps it from coming down

[@irvingbaruch112]

I love this mans enthusiasm.

[@cedicol]

thanks for the nice and clear explanation. I'm about to do some renovation on my home and I just bought a unit. By looking at this video a now know what I'm up against.

[@unitedcabstlouis7444]

Very good video short and precise Thank you

[@michaelpessin7233]

Excellent video ! Thank you for your experience and showing me how to use my new machine. Mike

[@Dartheomus]

I have a piece of drywall that is about to fall in my garage. I thought I would be able to press it up by hand, but it has warped a bit and I can't hold it and screw it at the same time. If I get a lift like this, can I use it to apply tension to the existing drywall?

[@fredharris4342]

Thanks for posting this, Shannon - how long ago THAT was!

[@HouseImprovements]

The release date of videos is printed beside the video information. I think that one was about 2016

[@duanemckitterick3450]

I always like your videos. Good job Shannon

[@Tattooclownfish71]

Thi thank you I thought the lift came down to the ground and one person could side the sheet onto the lift grrrrrrrrrr I don’t have a extra person that’s why I want the lift but good video man any tips to cut sheets mud tape am a newbie will take any advice thanks merry cmas

[@HouseImprovements]

I have an entire playlist of drywall related videos.www.youtube.com/@HouseImprovements/playlists

[@gmichaloski3367]

Thanks for the demonstration

[@otiscampbell3795]

Good, informative video. Thanks for posting it.

[@catherinelaurence-camcorde8933]

Great resource, thank you!

[@reymundosantiago1995]

How to you disassemble the wheel lifter if it gets stuck

[@Klimovitsky]

I have been watching your videos and thank you for the great info you give. I have seen few other videos where they use a glue on the studs before screwing the drywall sheet on. I do see you have some plastic sheet covering the ceiling - what is it? Is that the reason you do not use glue on the studs? Any tips on how to use the lift when using glue on the studs?

[@HouseImprovements]

The plastic is a vapour barrier required in most places on exterior walls and ceilings. If you do not require a vapour barrier in your case then apply the glue on the ceiling joists that you will be covering with the sheet. Lift the sheet in place and screw to the ceiling. I personally would not worry about using glue

[@Klimovitsky]

HouseImprovements exterior walls should have insulation and vapor barrier. good to know. thanks.

[@parnell2014]

Extremely helpful for this newbie! Thanks!

[@HouseImprovements]

So glad!

[@charliem2564]

after loading the drywall, can you leave the lift bed somewhat tilted? Just wondering because I have a vaulted ceiling.

[@spudth]

I did. I'm pretty sure you can do walls too. If you look at it the wheels open up pretty far so the thing can go up to the wall.

[@Alex.smiffy]

Does the top tilt in both directions? I am hoping to hang drywall vertically on my vaulted ceiling since the vertical seams will be covered and having no horizontal seams to tape and mud would be a win. The peak of the vault is 12'4" Do you think this type of lift will work? Thanks

[@HouseImprovements]

Yup this should work. They say you can use them to mount drywall on the wall but I have never tried that.

[@Alex.smiffy]

@@HouseImprovements thank you for the quick reply!

[@PJ_2761]

Can I do the same thing with plywood, using plywood cieling on screen porch.

[@HouseImprovements]

Sure thing

[@jg2611]

Is it better to sheet the ceiling or walls first? Any advantages of doing one before the other? I’ve seen varying opinions or reasons

[@HouseImprovements]

general rule of thumb is ceiling first. We can discuss the pros and cons in the forum if you come ask that question there.www.house-improvements.com/forums/

[@dandanpete]

Subscribed. Such a great video. Thank you.

[@HouseImprovements]

Thank you for subscribing

[@chaunteseturner7818]

Thank you for this great video!!! Very helpful and informative 😃.

[@spencercolgan]

Good job Shannon.

[@grantcivyt]

Advice wanted! I'm currently using this hoist, but the manual brake keeps slipping on me. It's very difficult to get the sheet right up against my ceiling because the brake slips and the sheet lowers a couple of inches. I'm not sure what the problem is exactly, but I'm imagining that the brake surface is too smooth in some spots. Or maybe I just don't know how to use the machine. I'm going to have to rig something if I can't figure it out.

[@HouseImprovements]

What if you pull down on the break to force it tighter?

[@grantcivyt]

@@HouseImprovements Brake simply won't hold where I want it to. I've managed to jury-rig the wheel pretty effectively now, but it's not great for making adjustments. Appreciate your response tho!

[@mdaley4390]

Thank you for posting this! I have to do a brand new 10 x 20 shed and I envisioned all sorts of schemes and contortions to hang the drywall, all of them looking exhausting and slightly dangerous.

[@kingdavid1226]

thank you for the information. good form.

[@suatusta0107]

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[@monroekunz1331]

Thanks getting ready to do 1st ever drywall and it's a ceiling

[@hoots02]

Great step by step video Once again

[@ridgerunner106]

I was raised building houses. I'm probably shorter than I should be from all the panels I've held with my head. We never had a lift. Kitchen sponge in your hat made the days better. No battery drills, had to drag cords. No roto zips, just keyhole saws. But, I'd like to have a panel lift. Glad you showed how it works. Young help can't work the hard way. So, I better get a lift. Thanks.

[@HouseImprovements]

Ahh the good old days! LOL get a lift you will be glad you did .

[@ridgerunner106]

@@HouseImprovements My dads retired, another guy is too, but the three of us just built my brother a house out of ICF, foam blocks pumped with concrete. We used to build those a lot. The other guy had a lift. But they found another guy that would hang it. He brought an old lift. I thought, man, that's nice. I know he's had it 20 years. He was our painter when we used to build. He used to spray trim and all with it hung. Come to work at 2am, work till 2pm, be gone in a week, all doors, trim, walls, cabinets, and all. Usually worked alone. I seen 3000 sq ft house hung in half a day by five sure nuff hangers. But, we a dying breed.

[@MacMario3]

Thanks that was a very informative demo.

[@themanginaman]

How did you lift the whole sheet from one side?

[@HouseImprovements]

+themanginaman Magic super powers!

[@myhealthtoo]

Whats the size or thickness for the wall that's on the side of the house and the rest and ceiling? TY

[@frankw8876]

+thetruth Usually 1/2" walls, 5/8" ceiling.

[@myhealthtoo]

+Frank W thanks but i already pit 1/2 ceiling and thecsame for walls

[@frankw8876]

Don't worry about it, the thicker sheets hide the ceiling from sagging a little better. Don't think most people notice it when its textured.

[@woodwardwoodworks]

You are operating this lift improperly. The base should be turned 90 degrees from the way you have it placed. Then you can stand without ducking underneath the drywall.

[@duanemckitterick3450]

It's not the base that matters. However, the top panel swivels and could have been rotated 180. I won't speak for Shannon but I think he was trying to illustrate the wire hangers that help keep the drywall on. Had it been spun around the viewer would have had a difficult time seeing what Shannon was trying to explain. Regarding the direction of the panel, I don't think there is a proper or improper way. There is only a way for some to criticize.

[@Charles-lane277]

Pneumatic casters make them a lot easier to use

[@jurnagin]

You didn't mention that you also use it to hang on walls! That makes it very easy!

[@Malocat]

Me and my dad just each hold an end of the sheet while he screws until I get my screw gun working. I’ve never heard of using 3-4 people but whatever works, works.

[@HouseImprovements]

With experiance that is fine. Whatever works

[@bobbyjoe6250]

Thanks guy, I’ve got to buy one of these tomorrow morning and your video will be needed for sure. Thanks again

[@LoveMyKleeKai]

what if i need a tool to hold the drywall for the highest drywall on the wall of a 10 foot tall room?? is there something available for that

[@HouseImprovements]

These will actually do that also but it is easier if you have two extra guys instead.

[@dadams19111]

Just bought bone, thank you for sharing

[@GunsHarleysUSA]

One question Shannon, do you put the drywall screws in the same pattern in the ceiling as you would when hanging drywall on a wall? Excellent video my friend.

[@HouseImprovements]

On the walls you want at least 4 screws across the sheet on each stud and on the ceiling you want 5. Good question

[@GunsHarleysUSA]

HouseImprovements Great to know that' thanks for the reply Shannon.

[@briant3403]

hmm , how high would that tool go up, i have 9ft doors on garage think i have 11 or 12 ft ceiling im want to tin it, that would work perfect

[@HouseImprovements]

They vary, I think mine is 11'

[@Feronom]

Can it lift 12 feet long cut in half, 24 inches?

[@HouseImprovements]

yes

[@Feronom]

@@HouseImprovements thank you, I'll buy one

[@Biker65]

Can't you use it for walls also??

[@safeharbor7]

Thanks Shannon, big help... Thumbs up...

[@lukemartin7029]

You're awesome Shannon. Really enjoy your videos.

[@markalbers8495]

U make a lot of good helpful viifeos Shannon

[@ArieteArmsRAMLITE]

Thank you sir.

[@tynado1173]

Thanks man. Very helpful

[@RaceIsOpen]

Nice video...getting this tool.

[@TannerBrown11]

Why do you not make videos anymore ?

[@HouseImprovements]

we release new videos all the time .I believe we released around 30 actual videos and 20 vlogs in 2019. Are you sure you are on our channel?kzbin.infovideos?view_as=public

[@danielrudolph6316]

Good job on this video

[@godbluffvdgg]

Nice competent drywall installer...I bet when he's done, the job is nice and clean...Everybody is in a hurry, that's what I like about remodeling; you can take a bit more time...New home building is brutal... When you charge a hunny a sheet; it's nice to have the luxury of time...Charge more; make more...

[@jeremoe1]

Nice video. I'm getting ready to hang some rock and this tool is a must-have because I'm working alone. Looks like it will work just fine. Thanks for posting.

[@theresacrump62]

Najja Foluke I

[@mohammadlahrodi8296]

Thank you so much

[@labidus74]

Hi I have one from King Canada that looks exactly the same , can I use this tool for putting sheet on Wall too?

[@frankw8876]

+labidus74 You should, looks a little tricky though. I'm about to do that during the next week or two. Check KZbin, there is a video showing wall installation with this lift.

[@labidus74]

+Frank W yes I figured out thanks anyway this tool is really a nice to have

[@patrickgoodwin4255]

Anyone know how to fold this thing back up?!!

[@josemanzanares2536]

Awesome video

[@jogaserbia]

@Houseimprovements Great video. What is the reason for the plastic on the ceiling? I thought that is only used for outside walls as a vapour barrier.

[@HouseImprovements]

This homes original vapour barrier was in bad shape. We actually removed what we could from up top and then installed this one.

[@James-sj1ze]

I been using one all day first time didn't k ow about that latch

[@Vibealive77]

Thanks for that

[@trevenwright5465]

Why are plastic on the ceiling joists

[@bobos245]

Vapor barrier, must be an outside wall.

[@ronaldwoofer5024]

smack the sheet in place to get it snug then trim with multi tool. no need to take sheet back down or bash courners.

[@garfish307]

If only there is a similar tool for installing 4x8 hardi on the exterior walls, aye?

[@nehemiahvoid4670]

Thanks mario!

[@TheMrCougarful]

Awesome. Thanks a ton.

[@truthreigns7]

That looks great, might be better than sliced bread. HA!HA! I wish it could teach me how to work with sheetrock

[@williambrown4415]

Thank you

[@rhondakendrick2563]

thank u for info

[@xngdestini]

Shannon why put a vapor barrier on the ceiling

[@HouseImprovements]

Vapour barrier is required on any ceiling that is below a cold attic area. This is the main floor of this house and there is only an attic above it.

[@conorturk1757]

are the legs collapsible? the machine looks like it would be hard to fit in thru tight stairs

[@HouseImprovements]

it comes apart in three pieces