Drywall for strength?
#1
02-11-09, 03:22 PM
Drywall for strength?
Wow! I can't believe it's taken me so long to find this website. It is so cool.
I am wondering if drywall is important to the structural integrity of a house, or if it is just for show. If the corners crack, is it okay to do cosmetic repairs only?
I am wondering if drywall is important to the structural integrity of a house, or if it is just for show. If the corners crack, is it okay to do cosmetic repairs only?
#2
02-11-09, 03:35 PM
Welcome to the forums!
I suppose there might be a minimal amount of structual value because it ties the studs/rafters together but you will be fine making cosmetic repairs to the drywall.
I suppose there might be a minimal amount of structual value because it ties the studs/rafters together but you will be fine making cosmetic repairs to the drywall.
#3
02-16-09, 03:35 AM
Originally Posted by marksr
Welcome to the forums!
I suppose there might be a minimal amount of structual value because it ties the studs/rafters together but you will be fine making cosmetic repairs to the drywall.
I suppose there might be a minimal amount of structual value because it ties the studs/rafters together but you will be fine making cosmetic repairs to the drywall.
#4
02-17-09, 12:30 PM
Do tape and mud also add strength? If the tape and mud job was lousy, should a person start over and try to make it stronger, or is it okay to spackle or caulk the cracks and not worry about what's going on behind the scenes?
