I live in a split-level house with paneling along the foyer which I would like to replace with drywall. the drywall I would like to install is on either side of the main steps (five up and five down from the main entrance.) I tride papering over the paneling and it looks awful. Before I start ripping the paneling out, I was wondering if any veterans at this kind of operation can offer any suggestions as to how to proceed. I have one big question and am eager for any suggestions you all might have. 1. Do I need to remove the steps to install the new drywalland then reinstall the steps?

I have just finished my daughters playroom in the basement and my wife would like to have a tented fabric ceiling. She would also like it to extend 3 feet down the wall to hide drainage pipes. Could someone provide instructions/suggestions as to how to do this and what materials I would need. Thanks.