Drywall Installation Basics

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Questions and Answers

What is the primary purpose of corner bead in drywall installations?

To fill gaps between drywall sheets
To enhance sound insulation
To create a clean, sharp appearance at outside corners (correct)
To provide structural support to plasterboards

Which component is designed to fill and seal joints between drywall sheets?

Drywall tape
Drywall compound (correct)
Drywall insulation
Drywall screws

What tool is specifically intended for making precise cuts in drywall?

Drywall hammer
Drywall cutter (correct)
Utility knife
Drywall stand

What distinguishes drywall insulation in terms of its purpose?

It provides soundproofing and fireproofing (A) Signup and view all the answers

What type of paint is typically used for drywall surfaces?

Acrylic PVA paint (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of drywall tape in construction?

To cover joints in drywall and prevent cracking (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following tools is often used alongside a drywall cutter for cutting purposes?

Utility knife (D) Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes a drywall stud in relation to drywall installation?

It connects plasterboards to tracks and supports them (A) Signup and view all the answers

What type of drywall is specifically crafted to resist mold and moisture?

Paperless drywall (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which component is utilized to create a clean, sharp appearance on outside corners of drywall installations?

Corner bead (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of drywall tape in drywall installation?

To cover joints and prevent cracking (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which purpose best describes drywall studs?

To serve as structural support for drywall (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the composition of drywall compound?

A powder mixed with water to create a mud-like substance (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of using drywall stilts in installations?

They allow for greater height access while working (D) Signup and view all the answers

In which situation would you most likely use drywall insulation?

To reduce noise and improve fire resistance (D) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

What is drywall?

Prefabricated sheets of compressed gypsum used for walls in homes and commercial buildings. Also known as sheetrock.

What is drywall compound?

A white gypsum powder mixed with water to create a mud-like substance used to fill and seal joints between drywall sheets, creating a smooth surface for painting.