Here's a great technique for hanging drywall on your ceiling when you don't have a helping hand. Attach a 6-8' piece of 2x4 across the top stud and leave about 3/4" space from the rafters.

Whether you’re hanging a pull-up bar, a plant or another large item, these tips will help you make sure it stays put.

It’s lighter than standard drywall and stronger, so you can hang it from joists centered 24 inches apart. UltraLight, High Strength Lite and ToughRock are some brand names you’ll find at home ...

If you still want to add drywall over the paneling, you will first have to remove all the window and door trim and the baseboards. Pry them off carefully. Some of the wood trim may be finger ...

Easier to install than drywall, a suspended ceiling allows simple access to overhead mechanical systems. It's comprised of a grid that supports 2 x 4- or 2 x 2-ft. panels.

Q. I am converting my garage into a playroom. I watched videos on how to hang drywall, but I want to avoid mistakes. What common problems arise when hanging drywall for the first time? — Brad S. … ...

Medium-Strength Plastic Wall Anchor: Breaks off behind the drywall to create a stronger hold. Slightly heavier picture frames or a telephone, a light shelf, or bulletin board up to 35 pounds.

From Popular Mechanics Hanging drywall can be a difficult task to achieve alone, especially for first-time DIYers. The hardest part is getting it attached to the ceiling without a helping hand. There ...