Removing Wallpaper Damaged My Drywall: How to Fix It
Wallpaper removal tore your drywall? How to finish removing the paper, seal the torn drywall so it won't bubble, and skim coat the wall for paint.
The New Ceilings blog
Drywall & ceiling advice
What causes cracks, when popcorn has to go, how texture matching works and how to get a repair that disappears.
How to Remove Drywall Anchors Without Damaging the Wall
How to remove plastic, threaded, molly and toggle drywall anchors without damaging the wall, and how to patch the hole so it doesn't show.
Why Is My Drywall Tape Peeling, and How Do I Fix It?
Why drywall tape peels from walls and ceilings, from too little compound to moisture and movement, and how to fix peeling tape so it stays down.
DIY Popcorn Ceiling Removal vs. Hiring a Professional
What DIY popcorn ceiling removal involves, the most common mistakes, and where a professional finish makes the difference. Test older ceilings first.
Ceiling Ideas: Paint, Texture, Trays, Beams and More
Ceiling ideas that work in real homes: painted ceilings, hand-applied texture, tray and coffered ceilings, beams, panels and lighting.
How to Check Your Home for Water Damage After a Storm
How to check your home for water damage after a storm, from the roof and gutters to ceilings, walls and the attic, and what to do about wet drywall.
Drywall Repairs to Make Before You Sell Your House
The drywall repairs buyers and inspectors notice first, from water stains and cracks to anchor holes and nail pops, and what to fix before listing.
Should You Repair or Replace Damaged Drywall? How to Tell
When damaged drywall can be repaired and when it should be replaced, from dents, nail pops, cracks and holes to water damage, mold and sagging.
How to Paint a Ceiling Like a Pro, and Pick the Color
How professionals paint ceilings: prep, cutting in, rolling without lap marks, the right paint and tools, textured ceilings, and choosing a ceiling color.
Why Your Garage Ceiling Is Cracking, and How It's Fixed
Why garage ceilings crack more than the rest of the house, from heat and truss movement to light finishing and leaks, and how the cracks are repaired.
How to Hang Pictures on Drywall Without Damaging It
How to hang pictures, mirrors and shelves on drywall without damaging it: hooks, adhesive strips, anchors, studs and toggle bolts by weight.
Are Ceiling Cracks a Sign of a Bigger Problem? How to Tell
Most ceiling cracks are cosmetic. How to tell them from cracks worth a closer look, like sagging, stains or cracks that grow, and how they're fixed.