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by: Myron Ferguson
Topics include: beveled trowel, drywall router, dry sanding sponge, drywalling job, flexible drywall, mechanical taping tools, corner finisher, corner crimper, butted seams, knockdown texture, taping knife, curved trowel, regular drywall, pole sander, drywall horizontally, vinyl beads, drywall face, automatic taper, premixed compound, resistant drywall, attaching drywall, drying type, sanding screen, pull the trowel, applying the third coat
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"DURING THE 1940's and 1950s, prefabricated drywall panels gradually replaced plaster as the material of choice for finishing interior walls and ceilings..."
From Library Journal Drywalling looks easy, but anyone who has tried it knows that it is physically demanding and that one needs a knowledge of many finishing touches and tricks-of-the-trade to ensure a good job. In this revision of a 1996 title, Ferguson, a drywall hanger with 20 years' experience, shares his hard-won knowledge with readers. The most commonly used drywall techniques are covered step by step, and there are additional sections on various types of drywall, tools, and decorative effects. A great deal of attention is paid to taping and sanding, which are the keys to an attractive job. Libraries owning the original edition should consider this update, as a number of new techniques and products have been developed. Recommended for all public libraries. Copyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Book Description The revised edition of this comprehensive guide features information on new tools, materials, and techniques that have been field-tested since the original book was published. With dozens of new on-site color photos and black-and-white illustrations, the author shows, step by step, how to install drywall to ensure smooth walls and ceilings. Both novices and professionals will appreciate the insightful tips and trade secrets.
Reviews:
This book is very comprehensive. I noticed one reviewer said that the book was good for a beginner but lacked information. I disagree. I feel as though the book has plenty of information, except for the use of furring strips when studs or joist do not line up. All that is done is the furring strip is stapled to the joist which is higher than the other joist, or if only one is lower than the other joist (this refers to joist/beams in the ceiling which are similier to studs in a wall, so if your working on a wall and need to apply this information just pretend that the wall your facing is a ceiling above your head). For me the book covers more than enough information and I have been drywalling in residential construction. I got this book to help me learn quicker so my first attempts would be high quality. However, this book works great even for one who knows nothing about drywalling. The last think I have to say about this book is that it does NOT cover insulation. It is only about drywalling and texturing.
Simply the best drywall book I have found so far. I've had this book for some time now and have been doing various drywall projects around the house, including crack repair, patches and even replacing a full panel. I found that by following the instructions in this book, and by taking great care to work neatly, all of my repairs are invisible. There is no way I could have done it so well without the help of Mr. Ferguson's book. I have a handful of drywall books but this one comes out tops and therefore I highly recommend it.
