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If you’re building a home or taking on a new renovation project, you’ll eventually have to choose between drywall and plaster. These two may appear nearly identical, and in fact, you’ve probably been in homes with both and not even noticed! But when it comes to pros and cons, these two materials are actually pretty unique. In this article, we’ll break down what makes each option distinct, cover the pros and cons, and take a closer look at your bottom line so that you can choose the best option for you.
Things You Should Know
- Drywall is the most popular option today. Plaster was the universal option before 1940, but drywall is so much cheaper and easier to install that it’s rare to see new plaster these days.
- Plaster is much harder than drywall, and it can be applied in custom textures or on round walls. This makes it ideal for historical homes or unique architecture.
- You can tell the difference between plaster and drywall by trying to stick a thumbtack in the wall. If it slides in relatively easily, you’ve got drywall.
Steps
Expert Q&A
Tips
References
- ↑ https://www.thisoldhouse.com/walls/21016619/how-to-hang-drywall
- ↑ https://medium.com/@bojoneshiretradegroup/what-is-plastering-82dbd11c962
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- ↑ https://www.bobvila.com/articles/lath-and-plaster/
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- ↑ https://fireproofdepot.com/plaster-flammable/
- ↑ https://www.finehomebuilding.com/project-guides/drywall/bending-drywall
- ↑ https://www.wisconsinhistory.org/Records/Article/CS4228
- ↑ https://sfbaytimes.com/hanging-pictures-in-drywall-vs-plaster/
- ↑ https://www.bobvila.com/articles/lath-and-plaster/
- ↑ https://sfbaytimes.com/hanging-pictures-in-drywall-vs-plaster/
- ↑ https://www.wisconsinhistory.org/Records/Article/CS4228
- ↑ https://www.brownstoner.com/interiors-renovation/plaster-vs-drywall-walls-historic-house-repair-tips-restoration/
- ↑ https://www.cohesivehomes.com/year-lath-and-plaster-was-stopped
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