At the turn of the 20th century, plaster was the most popular interior wall covering in North America, and it remained so for the next several decades. But things have changed since then. Drywall ...

A thin 1/16-inch layer of plaster is applied over this, creating the smooth, hard finished surface. You will have to decide whether you want plaster or drywall before any wall finishing has begun.

Covering an old ceiling with new drywall is a big jobit requires an understanding of basic drywall skills, heavy lifting, a serious time commitment and a major mess. But in some cases, its the ...

Quickly installed, solid, and with a distinctive sound when you tap on them, drywall is a great choice. However, it’s not the only interior wall material you might come across.