No matter the cause, the solution to bulging drywall seams is almost always the same. Call in a contractor to apply a skim coat of compound over the entire wall.

Skim Coat vs. Sheetrock? Beginning a lite reno on our new house (new for us, it’s circa 1920). The plaster ceilings in the top floor have some old water damage and our contractor recommended that he ...

Skim coating doesn't cost as much as you might think. Depending on how badly your walls are damaged and on the new type of texture you want, a 10-by-10 room can cost as little as $690.

Skim coating is a texturing technique used to make a wall or ceiling smooth. It is also used to repair damaged drywall making it a quick, long-term solution for fixing minor cracks, filling a ...