Drywall
Contracting
Table of Contents
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- Chapter 1 Drywall
Applications, 1
- Advantages of Drywall
Construction, 2
Panel Sizes, 2
Panel Types, 3
Panel Edges, 9
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- Chapter 2 Tools of the
Trade , 13
- Measuring Tools, 13
Installation Tools, 24
Specialized Tools, 34
Chapter 3 Installation
Methods, 49
- Handling and Storing
Drywall Materials, 49
Single Ply Construction, 51
Measuring and Marking Drywall, 57
Cutting the Drywall, 61
Fastening Drywall, 68
Installation Guidelines, 77
Sample Installation, 79
Multi-Ply Construction, 89
Special Drywall Construction, 93
Chapter 4 Joint
Treatments, 105
- Materials, 105
Tools, 107
Seven Key Joint Treatments, 108
Comer Bead, 112
Expansion Joints, 117
Chapter 5 Surface
Treatments, 121
- Selecting the Right
Surface Treatment, 121
Applying Texture, 122
Trowel Finish, 123
Skip-Troweling, 125
Texture Paint, 130
Acoustical Ceiling Coatings, 133
Veneer Plastering, 134
Refinishing a Textured Wall, 136
Chapter 6 Solving
Common Drywall Problems, 137
- Fastener Problems, 137
Joint Problems, 139
Compound Problems, 142
Drywall Panel Problems, 144
Chapter 7 Estimating
Drywall Work, 147
- Eight Important Steps,
148
Cornerstones of a Sound Estimate, 149
Estimating from Blueprints, 154
Estimating Materials, 155
Estimating Labor, 162
Look out for Hidden Costs, 165
Your "Labor Burden", 166
Overhead, 168
Contingency and Escalation, 169
Profit, 169
Estimating Remodeling and Repair Work, 170
Checking Estimates, 171
Submitting Your Bid, 172
Recording and Controlling Costs, 177
Tips on Estimating, 178
Sample Estimate, 179
Chapter 8 Starting Your
Own Business, 205
- Starting Small, 205
Establishing Goals, 207
Examining the Marketplace, 208
Understanding Government Regulations, 209
Arranging for Insurance, 210
Legal Advice, 211
Getting a Loan, 215
Tax Deductions, 217
Chapter 9 Organizing
for Profit and Efficiency, 219
- Hiring a Balanced Work
Force, 219
Managing Your Employees, 221
Job Scheduling, 223
Managing Your Time, 227
Managing Paperwork, 230
Advertising, 233
Glossary, 239
Forms, 247
Index, 251
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