Must Have Tools for Any Drywall Project
For any do it yourself drywall project you will need to go to your local hardware store and buy specialized equipment to ensure you get the job done with no unnecessary interruptions. While some of these tools are costly, in the long run it is worth it to buy a high quality product rather than a discount run of the mill tool that you will have to replace.
Drywall T-Square
There are no substitutions for the drywall t-square: this is a crucial piece of equipment for cutting and installing drywall panels. Most of the time you will use it to cut full sheets of drywall at right angles. Look for a t-square that comes with an adjustable heads (30-75 degrees).
Drywall Knifes
Drywall knives are specifically for our industry, so other knives in your toolkit will not work. You need 12, 6, and 4 inch knives but don’t worry, these are not expensive. The 4 and 6 inch knives are used for slopping the mud, taping and other minor patchwork like filling small holes. The 12 inch knife is for skim coating and final coats.
Drywall Utility Knife
Drywall utility knives may seem like a basic thing but you need to make sure the design accommodates interchangeable blades. The most important part of the utility is not the housing, but the blade. Be sure to pick a simple but reliable design, and buy blades in packs of 50 or 100 to save time and money.
Drywall Screws
Specialized drywall screws are the way to go for fastening. Read our blog article for more about drywall screws!
Drywall Gun
Having a cordless drywall screw gun will save you hours. How? Some models automatically load up the screws for you. They come with different attachments depending on your needs. Drywall gun heads (which can be filled with joint compound) can be switched out for automatic nail gun heads.
Sanding Blocks and Squares
These are used for finishing drywall during the coating stage. They help you make your surface as smooth as possible. As a bonus, they also come in handy sharpening and cleaning your drywall knives.
Mud Pans
Using a bucket will not help you at all, it is crucial you get a mud pan for holding the joint compound. Pans are especially ideal for beginners because of the balance and grips.
Jab Saw
A must buy - even though it is only really useful for cutting drywall. The sharp tip of the jab saw is excellent for plunge cutting and the toot design cuts through your drywall fast!
These are just a few of the items you will need to get your job done. No job is ever too big or small for Tall Pines Drywall, contact us today for a free quote!