Wall Repairs

Mold spores are unhealthy because they trigger hay fever-like symptoms, more so in some people than others. Mold grows on moist Sheetrock because of its porosity and cellulose content. You can mix...

Mold in the home is a serious issue that can cause health problems. Mold can also cause major damage throughout a home, so if you notice a mold problem, deal with the issue immediately before it...

Mold may not be just on the surface of a wall. If the material is porous, such as drywall or sheetrock, the mold may go all the way in or even be coming from the inside of the wall, especially if...

Green mold is a general term used to describe mold that is green in color or that has green spores. It is particularly prevalent among the Penicillium and Aspergillus mold species. Green mold...

Mold often grows on sheetrock that has suffered water damage. Mold can lead to hay fever-like symptoms and even difficulty breathing if one has a pre-existing respiratory condition like asthma. A...

If you have aluminum siding on your home, chances are you will have to remove and replace a section of siding at some point due to rust or wear and tear. Instead of replacing entire sections of a...

Depending on the structural requirements for an addition that you are attaching to an existing foundation, you may need to thicken the concrete wall before either continuing on to build your new...

Rips and holes in drywall can happen in any number of ways, from accidentally poking a hole to damage caused by furniture or pets. It may take a little practice to get perfect results, but the...

Many older houses have walls coated in plaster which, over time, can develop small cracks and begin to flake. The cracks can be the result of water damage, poor workmanship or simply time and age....

Leaks in a concrete and stone basement can be some of the most tedious and difficult to repair because the concrete, acting as the mortar for the stone, often has rotted in areas you cannot access...

Vertical concrete surfaces, whether they be interior or exterior walls, columns or in any other form, need to be resurfaced periodically to maintain their structural integrity. The surface of the...

Drywall is an effective covering for interior walls. The wall boards are screwed or nailed to the studs,and then taped and covered with compound to give you a smooth or textured look. Over time,...

If you're noticing signs of moisture around the baseboard inside your home, you have problems. It's not easy to find the source for the leak. Here's what to check for to find the origin for...

These are instructions for fixing a large area of missing plaster on a Victorian era lath and plaster wall where the lath is composed of horizontal slats of rough sawn wood.

The invention of drywall and other types of wallboard was meant as an alternative to the cumbersome old process of building walls with lathe and plaster. Nonetheless, plaster is still used to tape...

Restoring Walls I learned what I know about restoring walls from a general contractor with a lifetime of experience. I’ll do my best to describe his methods faithfully, but memory may not always...

Insulating a wall that's open because of new construction or remodeling is simple. Insulating a finished wall is a lot more complicated, but it might be worth it if your walls have no internal...

If you have water damage on a part of your drywall--say, from a leaky roof over that spot or a plumbing problem--you don't need to replace the whole wall. If the damaged area isn't more than few...

Notice a discoloration on your ceiling after a rainstorm? This could be due to a small water leak from your roof. Many roofing companies will charge hundreds of dollars to fix these small problems...

Tackling a peeling wall of plaster may look daunting but it's an intuitive process once you know the right steps. Before you begin, however, figure out why the surface is peeling or bubbling to...

You have a hole in your wall, and you need to get it fixed. Here’s how to do it within your budget and still end up with quality results.

Long-term mold exposure can pose a serious health hazard. Professional mold remediation can cost thousands of dollars and be a major inconvenience with workers trudging through your home....

Rendering a wall is the act of applying a layer of material such as mud or earthen plaster, lime plaster, plaster, cement or latex to a brick, straw bale or masonry wall to render it smooth. The...

Insulating an interior basement wall is a way to conserve energy. Not only will this help the environment, it will also make your basement more comfortable and save you money on heating and...

Mold can be a very dangerous problem. Many types are known to make people sick, giving them severe headaches, nausea and even asthma attacks in the presence of mold. Anytime there is flooding,...

Squirrels are common pests that can get in the walls of your home. They generally enter via holes or openings in the exterior walls or roof and make homes within the walls. In addition to making...

A concrete block house provides a sturdy shell that offers an insulation factor but in climates where more protection is desirable, additional insulation is installed on the interior of the house....

The smoke from a fire causes all types of damage, including a layer of soot on walls. Charring occurs when paint on the walls burns. Before beginning the cleaning process, assess the damage and...

Many foundation repair salesmen will tell you have to rebuild your basement block wall when the bottom has sheared. Unless there is more than 3" of displacement inward you can stabilize this...

Wall speakers give rooms a streamlined uncluttered appearance that even the highest end bookshelf do not. They feature hidden wiring, avoiding the heartache of having to obscure the wire under...

After a flood, walls that were exposed to or soaked up water can begin to grow mold. Mold is a dangerous spore that can trigger bad allergic reactions and affect the general health of your family....

Mold odor is unfortunately one of the first signs that you have a mold or mildew problem somewhere in your home. While you certainly want to remove the mold odor to prevent allergy symptoms from...

Mobile home paneling tends to de-laminate and buckle when damaged by water leaks. This type of paneling is generally a thin wood veneer glued to a backing product. This repair requires addressing...

Basement Waterproofing can eliminate moisture problems and return your basement to a clean and usable area of your home. Gutters in disrepair, leaking pipes, condensation, and water seepage are...

Concrete is a construction material made from a mixture of Portand cement, gravel and water. It is used for making everything from walls to building foundations and everything in between. Concrete...

Backsplashes are often installed on the wall behind a sink or stove, making it easier to keep the wall clean. Usually backsplashes are made of non-porous ceramic tiles, although they can also be...

Walls can be easily damaged, either from bumping something into them or even from water or termite damage, and it can cost large sums of money to have someone come into your home to fix the...

Cement walls offer sturdy protection between the interior of a home and the outside elements but they may suffer damage from shifting soils or inadequate installation techniques. In addition, the...

Mold is one of the most serious and overlooked dangers in the home. People often don't realize the very hazardous health consequences of being exposed to mold for even a short period of time, let...

You wanted to remodel a room and have just finished putting up the sheetrock. Now what? How do you finish the sheetrock so you can paint the walls? You certainly can’t paint bare sheet rock...

Fixing a large hole in drywall, often referred to as "Sheetrock," is really no more difficult than fixing most smaller holes. The process is virtually the same. The main difference is that when...

There are many reasons for adding texture to a wall or ceiling. The most common reason is to hide imperfections in the underlying wallboard such as tape lines or any unevenness in the wall...

Step by step instructions on how to patch a hole in sheet rock or drywall. This "how to" article is meant for smaller holes that do not have a large diameter. Larger holes sometime...

Any remodeling job can seem overwhelming, but some just take patience and precision care. Ceilings and walls in modern homes are made of drywall, making it easy to cut into the walls for repairs...

If you enjoy sitting outdoors during the summer months but live in an exceptionally buggy area, you might want to consider finding a way to enclose your back porch. Doing so can make that little...

Walls textured with drywall mud can add beauty to your home. Buy special texturing tools or use a broom, dry brush or round brush from an old vacuum cleaner. Armed with the right tools and the...

A broken fence in disrepair can ruin the appearance of any home, regardless of how beautiful it otherwise appears. Repairing a fence is a job that can be completed by any homeowner as long as you...

Dings happen--and fasteners pop. Maybe that contractor you hired didn't do such a great job of applying the drywall (he didn't press it firmly against the wall when installing the fasteners), or...

Nice sharp corners make for easier wallpaper application and just add to the professional look of the job. Applying joint compound to, or "mudding," inside corners can take a little practice, but...

Hanging the drywall on the walls will seem like a breeze once you've done the ceilings. Follow these directions to get it right.