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Don’t get discouraged! Here’s how to find the right contractor for the right job. Hiring the right contractor will turn your renovation project into...

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Understanding the toxic chemical that’s in everything - plus, 4 tips for getting it out of your house If you thought the last time you’d deal with...

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TV remodeling hosts are always transforming ordinary bathrooms into "spa-like retreats," master bedrooms into "oases of relaxation" but with ...

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Don’t live with dings, dents and holes, with these tools you’re just a few minutes away from picture perfect walls. Small drywall damage happens to...

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7 tips for creating a safe, healthy space for your new addition Of all the things soon-to-be-parents need to worry about, building a nursery is...

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New series: Homeowner’s Manual Your car comes with a manual. Your stove comes with a manual. Even your toaster came with a manual. Virtually...
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Those little protrusions in your new drywall are common and easy to repair Nail Pops and drywall screw pops are a common issue in many homes. They...

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For the most cost-effective results, specify the right level of drywall finish to match the final coating and lighting conditions A few years ago, I...

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Our new Listening Lounge recreates real life acoustics and showcases soundproofing concepts and materials. Noise is an invisible enemy of...

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Corners Require Technical Knowledge, Skill, and Persistence Drywall covers a large surface area of the visible interior of most buildings, which...

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New Acoustic Technology Adds Appeal to a Growing Trend in Zero Lot Line Homes One of the biggest challenges builders face nationwide is a lack of...

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The past few decades have seen an abundance of research tying all manner of health issues to poor indoor air quality (IAQ). While most people...
Videos
AquaBead® water activated corner beads save installation time and deliver lasting quality. TJ Wies Contracting explains why they rely on AquaBead®...
Videos
CertainTeed Value Added Product/System approach to acoustics, featuring ASTC 47 Canadian solution.
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Learn how to install and finish AquaBead, an easy-to-apply, water-activated drywall corner that doesn't blister, bubble, dent or crack.
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Quick tips on how to install and finish CertainTeed Gypsum AquaBead drywall corners.