What to Know When Hanging Drywall Panels
Based in Tallahassee, Florida, Sovran Building Systems is an expert construction firm that has been in operation for more than a decade. Even though the company’s core jurisdiction is in northern Florida, Sovran Building Systems also has a presence in the southeastern United States. The company offers diverse professional building services, including drywall hanging and installation.
Drywall is the paneling that is used to construct ceilings and interior walls. Drywall hanging involves taking measurements, then cutting and affixing the drywall to a wall that has already been studded. For the best results, it’s important to keep in mind that you need to adequately plan and prepare drywall materials and tools. Most commonly used drywall sheets are available in 4-foot x 8-foot sheets. Some of the tools you need include a drywall T square, razor knife, keyhole saw, pencil, chalk line, electric drill, drill bits, tape measure, and colored chalk.
Another important tip for hanging drywall is that you should begin with the right layout. This is done by using a pencil to mark the floor and ceiling to facilitate the placement of vertical studs. Doing this makes it easier to attach the drywall panels to the framing. Finally, make provision for cutouts around the outlet and switches to allow for the installation of electric boxes. Measurements should be made accurately and transferred to the drywall panels in order to mark the cutout locations.
