Family Handyman Reader Projects: Indoor Spaces
Family Handyman readers were busy during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown in 2020, diving into their to-do lists. Here we take a look at 10 of their awesome indoor projects.
Trimless Windows: How to Achieve the Look
Give your windows trimless style using drywall returns.
Amazing Repair Products
Sometimes all it takes is the right product to make a quick and easy fix.
How to Hang Drywall: Pro Tips for Cutting and Installing
A good framing crew makes drywall hangers whistle while they work. Follow these great hanging suggestions, and you can make...
How to Skim-Coat Walls
A new approach for smoothing rough walls that's easy to master
Drywall Anchors: Weight Tested
Can drywall anchors really be trusted to bear their rated weight? We conducted a HomeLAB test to find out.
13 ‘Cutting Edge’ Table Saw Tips
Straight from top pro woodworkers—ultra-clever tips for getting the most from your table saw.
Plaster and Lath Tear-Off Tips
Gary Wentz is a carpenter and the Editor-in-Chief of The Family Handyman. He claims to have torn out more than...
How to Build a Drywall Arch
Using drywall and Masonite to create a curved doorway.
What to Do with Leftover Drywall
Every year, 15 million pounds of drywall are produced in the U.S. Most of it goes on walls, but around...
Drywall Sanding Tips and Techniques
All the best tips and techniques for a smooth drywall surface.
Expert Tips for Finishing Drywall
Professional advice for smoother walls and less wasted time
5 Types of Drywall All DIYers Should Know About
Drywall, aka plasterboard, wallboard, gypsumboard or Sheetrock (a brand name), is actually a lot more interesting than you might think....
How to Sand Drywall
Techniques and tools for sanding drywall so it's perfectly smooth, plus tips for dust control.
Wet Sanding Drywall
Choose drywall and try wet sanding to reduce the dust
5 Helpful Tools for Hanging Drywall
These five handy tools will help you install drywall much faster and better.
20 Tips for Working with Drywall
We've hung and patched and primed and finished our fair share of drywall. Check out this compilation of tips for...
How to Cut a Hole in Drywall
There's no need to rent or buy a rotary tool for simple drywall cuts for a receptacle box.
How to Make Bullnose Corners
Add a touch of class to ordinary drywall corners
Drywall Sanding Is Time Well Spent
Drywall sanding is tedious and messy work. But doing it right means a great looking room. Here are some DIY...
Ceiling Repair: Fix a Sagging Ceiling
Two solutions for a sagging ceiling
