Instructions / Assembly
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Plan/Apply
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Cut
Using your T-square or straightedge and wallboard
knife, score the gypsum board completely through the
face paper. Then use firm, even pressure to snap the
board along the cut. Fold back the board, and use the
knife to cut the back paper. Smooth rough edges.
Receptacle Openings, Etc.
Carefully measure openings for receptacles, switches,
etc. from the edge and end of the board, and mark
guidelines on the face paper. Use a keyhole saw to cut
the openings. Make sure your measurements and cuts
are accurate, or the cover plate you install later on will
not conceal the hole.
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Estimating Gypsum Board Nails
Joist/Stud Wallboard Gypsum Board Approx. lbs. of nails
width Thickness Nails per 1000 sq. ft.
(on center) of wallboard
16⬙
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⁄2⬙ 1
5
⁄8⬙ coated 5
1
⁄4 lbs.
24⬙
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⁄8⬙ coated 5
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⁄4 lbs.
Estimating Ready-Mix
™
Joint Compound and Tape
ToughRock
™
Georgia-Pacific Estimated Amount
Wallboard Ready-Mix
™
of G-P
Sq. Ft. Joint Compound Wallboard Tape
100-200 sq. ft. 12 lb. Pail two 60⬘ rolls
500 sq. ft. 48 lb. Ctn. one 250⬘ roll
800 sq. ft. 61.7 lb. Pail two 250⬘ rolls
Tools
The basic tools you’ll need are:
1. Wallboard knife with heavy-duty blade
2. Wallboard hammer or regular crown-headed
carpenter’s claw hammer
3. 4
⬘ T-square or steel straightedge
4. Steel tape measure
5. Keyhole or utility saw
6. Joint finishing knives
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5⬙ and 10⬙ blades
7. Plastic pan for joint compound
8. Sandpaper, medium texture (80 to 100 grit) and
sanding block for joint finishing
9. Damp sponge
10. Caulking gun
11. Pencil
12. Safety glasses
13. Dust mask for sanding
CAUTION: When working with tools, always wear
approved safety glasses. Always read and follow
manufacturer’s instructions when using adhesives.