Drywall Tool Guide

Introduction to laser levels Laser levels are a mainstream tool typically used in the construction and surveying industry for levelling and lining up applications. They project a continuous red or green line onto a horizontal or vertical plane. Laser lines can be used for anything from hanging photos to expert building work, including drywall. This guide discusses ...

Hanging and finishing drywall is a dirty job, and it’s easy for your drywall tools to devolve into rough shape while on the job as joint compound, otherwise known as mud, becomes caked onto the tools themselves. Not only is this unattractive, but it also affects the efficiency and effectiveness of your devices if you let mud ...

Hawk and trowel or a taping knife and mud pan, which is the superior method? If you visit any online forum, you will see contractors discussing which is the exemplary method. In this blog post, we will be taking a brief look back at the history of both trowels and taping knives, weighing their positives and negatives ...

Using a drywall trowel in place of a drywall taping knife is the latest trend in Canada so we dived in and are bringing you 5 basic facts about drywall trowels and why they are the preferred option. Drywall trowels are used to apply drywall compound to walls and ceilings. You should be using broad ...

A poor craftsman blames their tools. This is an old quote but one that is true. Before tools are introduced to a job, you must first get your tools. When purchasing tools, one of the things you need to consider is what material your devices will be made from. Taping knives and putty knives are made from ...

Enjoy our gift guide for anyone working with drywall It’s the most wonderful time of the year for most of us here in Canada. Christmas season is coming up fast and you may not have thought about getting your significant other a great gift (or yourself a gift) just yet. Master Building Materials has put together a ...

Helpful Drywall Taping Tools: The Drywall Banjo Taping drywall can be a long, messy, and boring process. However, taping drywall is necessary for ensuring that the walls are secured and cracks are filled in. Before jumping right into how to use a drywall banjo, we will discuss why you should use a drywall banjo. Why Should I ...

Taking on a construction or repair project requires a substantial amount of work and the correct drywall tools for the job. If you are someone who is either a contractor or looking to start your own renovation project, we will inform you on the top ten essential tools for drywall taping.   1. Joint Knives A drywall ...