I need to know what size and thickness of drywall I need to finish off my basement? How much does each piece cost?
2006-11-29 13:03:50 · 11 answers · asked by Mr Class 3 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
you typically would use 1/2''. If you have a damp basement, make sure you put some sort of vapor barrier on the walls. Plastic sheeting of any kind and possibly even consider using green board. They do sell paperless drywall now which is more expensive but mold wont grow on it. If you are making a rec room down there, you may want to bump up to 5/8'' in case the kids bump the wall. 1/2'' will run about $11 a sheet right now with tax. Keep the outlets at least 18'' off the ground in case of flooding and start your circuit with a GFI. Try to use a Pressure Treated bottom plate for framing and because its a basement and non structural walls, you can go with 2x3's to cut cost. They're about $1 cheaper per board.
2006-11-29 13:11:24 · answer #1 · answered by James C 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
In addition to what's already been said, get some cheap lipstick. Get the cheap stuff -- you want it to smear easily. Apply a thin coat of the lipstick around the outlet and switch boxes, press the drywall into place, now you have bright red lines showing you exactly where to make the cuts. It is a very bad idea for a DIY-er to make these cuts with the drywall on the wall; it's too easy to cut a wire. Mark the drywall, lay it on the ground or sawhorses, then make the cuts. You will also need to either reposition the switch and outlet boxes or install box extenders. That ugly panelling you're taking out is 1/4" thick, the drywall is 5/8". You do know to turn the breaker off first, right?
2016-05-23 03:43:15 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If studs are 16" OC...1/2" green board is good. If 24" OC use 5/8" green board. Green board is more moisture resistant than regular drywall. 5/8" is stronger (but heavier, naturally) and offers superior fire protection. Just a note:I used two layers of 5/8" drywall laminated horizontally and vertically on the "house side" of my attached garage and the same method inside the house where the "garage side" is attached for added fire protection. Many house fires start in the garage and spread to the house directly or through unprotected attic openings. Laminated drywall is a great deterrent.
2006-11-29 14:33:26 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
This would cost more, but the durability is unsurpassed if you ask me. Consider using 4 X 8 hardiboard sheeting. If moisture would ever be a problem, drywall of course will not stay dry. even the green board will wick water and mold. We used it in an apartment bathroom. Used the vertical wood grained panels. looks great and we are not concerned about damage or moisture now. In considering the cost, also consider no taping, floating or texturing with the hardi-board, just caulk the seams with painters caulk and you are ready.
Just something to consider!
2006-11-30 01:19:33 · answer #4 · answered by tmarschall 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cost depends on your part of the country. 5/8 inch is always a good drywall for anything. You can buy it in 4 X 8 or 4 X 12 foot pieces depending on your needs and how handy you are.
2006-11-29 14:37:17 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
1/2
2006-11-30 11:51:36 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It varies: 1/4" -- 1/2" -- 5/8" -- 3/4" (maybe). 1/2" is probably a good thickness. If your basemet stays wet, use the green/blue stuff for wet areas.
It is usually hung horizontally. Width is almost always 4 ft, but length varies from 8' to 12' to 16." The bigger the piece, the heavier, but the less taping and floating you ahve to do.
Prices vary, and you can check it online at Home Depot or Lowes dot com. Dont' forget yoru local bldg suppliers... you may be better service and prices.
2006-11-29 13:08:18 · answer #7 · answered by Sugar Pie 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
1/2 inch is generally used. They come in 4x8 sheets or 4 x 12. 4x8 is easier to handle, 4x12 has less taping of seams. Think about getting them down there and lifting them up. Walls are not too bad. Ceilings are difficult on the 4x12.
2006-11-29 21:34:11 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
1/2 if your celing joists are 16" 5/8 if they are 24" on center. 5/8 is more durable and actually slows down a fire. just depends on how long you are going to live in the house . cost isnt that much more but is a lot harder to install as it weighs more.
2006-11-29 13:55:11 · answer #9 · answered by mongo862001 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
1/2 inch MR otherwise known as "green board" and it runs $6 or 7 a 4x8 sheet at the home DDDepot
2006-11-29 13:12:12 · answer #10 · answered by bob j 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋