Unless you live in an older home with plaster and lath walls, then you’re likely surrounded by panels of compacted gypsum ...

For recurring cracks, reinforce the repair by using self-adhesive mesh drywall tape over the crack before applying a coat of ...

Covering an old ceiling with new drywall is a big job—it requires basic drywall skills, heavy lifting, a serious time commitment and a major mess. But in some cases, it’s the smartest way to go.