I need to measure walls for drywall repair and replacement - what is the best method to measure accurately?

Question

There are walls that were damaged in numerous condominiums where I work. I have to measure the damaged walls to either repair or replace.

Answer 1

To get the sf. of area you simply measure length times height = sf.
example. 10' long * 8' tall = 80sf of sheet rock Or area. if you need more help please e-mail me I will help if I can, good luck!!!!

Answer 2

if your going to replace the entire wall, they come in 4 foot by 8 foot sheets. If your walls are 7 feet high, then you need to measure the length of the wall. The best repair is to replace a sheet from seam to seam. Get an estimate from a drywall company. The material isn't the expensive part, the work is. A good drywaller will make it look like it was never damaged.

Answer 3

Are you sure you're a drywall mechanic? Sounds like you're trying to do a job that you're not qualified for. You may want to call in a professional! Measuring is easy...use a flexible, roll-up tape measure. The walls should only either be 8, 10, or 12 feet high. How do I know? I use to own a drywall company.

Answer 4

With 40 years experience in the building trade as a senior inspector I have never felt the need to have a special tool to estabish wall thickness. At any window or door opening it is possible to measure quite accuratly this measurement within 2mm certainly far less than the 50mm (2ins) you suggest, A simple knuckle rap will easily establish the difference between stud walls and solid construction Home improvement packs? hhhhmmmmmm.!

Answer 5

Drywall is installed on 18" centers. You need to rip it (cut it) so that your ends are aligned with the center of the stud. It usually comes in 8' X 4' sheets and you can get in different thinkness. Chisel out some of the old stuff and take it with you to the hardware store.

Answer 6

Three tips:
1. Begin and end your removal/replacement on the exact center of a stud
2. Use a razor knife to cut the old/new drywall. NEVER use a power saw - too dusty
3. Use dry wall screws and glue - NOT NAILS