Drywall

Plan drywall sheets

Start with the wall. Place sheets, work around openings, then estimate materials and waste.

Plan the wallSheet placement, openings and seams on the drawing.Estimate materialsSheets, tape, compound and fasteners from the layout.Compare sheet sizesHow 4×8, 4×10 and 4×12 fit the same wall.Inspect wasteOffcuts and the area lost to openings.