Q: I’ve talked to several contractors about what drywall should be used in what areas of my house, and their advice is not in agreement. One contractor talks about green board. Another one mentions ...

Q: What did I do wrong removing the mould and peeling paint from my bathroom ceiling? I primed and painted our bathroom and installed a ceiling fan, but within three weeks the paint was peeling worse ...

Dark, ominous, shadowy streaks on your walls and ceilings? Your house isn’t haunted. It could be mold, but it could also be ghosting—here’s how to tell, and what to do. When not writing, Jeff spends ...

Drywall might look simple once it’s painted and finished, but anyone who has tried to patch a hole or smooth out a damaged wall knows there’s more going on beneath the surface. From proper framing and ...