Is it sheetrock or drywall?

Just depends on where you are from and who is supplying the product. Othernames include wallboard, gypsum board and plasterboard. Previously builders used layers of plaster on a lathe of wood to create the smooth wall surface. Drywall is not only faster but the instilation is ions faster.

Whatever you call it the boards are heavy. In the picture to the right you can see our delivery of drywall to the home. These sheets are 4' by 8' in size and vary in thickness. They can weigh anywhere from 50 - 75 lbs, making them not only heavy but awkwardly so.

In the matter of a day or two the hangers can . . .well. . hang (or nail up) the sheets of drywall. They are followed by the mudders who tape the seams and fill screw holes will drywall compound, also known as mud. It has the consistancy and look of a a thick vanilla pudding. After the mud is dried then the surfaces are sanded to a smooth finish in preparation of paint or other wall preparation.

With the hanging of the drywall one can feel the house, the size of the rooms and get the visual spacing that so many need to truly envision a home design.