The general construction rule is to work from the top of the room downward.
Drywall floor or ceiling first.
Both drywall work and floor installation create a mess but drywall s mess far exceeds that of flooring.
To make the job somewhat easier make a crutch photo 3.
Hang drywall on the ceiling first then the walls.
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A standard 8 foot high wall accommodates two sheets of drywall installed horizontally.
This recommendation does not apply to subfloor.
Now a word for you rookies.
Construction s a messy job and if you install the flooring first you ll spend more time on the walls because you ll have to be more careful not to drip joint compound on a new floor.
If time is of the essence it s quicker to hang the drywall and tape out the walls first.
Drywall is heavy awkward and hard to get into position.
You can create tight and fitted corners more easily.
Hanging drywall from the top down.
Check the ceiling for bowed joists using a 4 ft.
The pieces are easier and faster to work with from the top.
The drywall on the walls can support the ceiling pieces.
Install drywall on the walls before installing floor covering.
Irregularities less than 1 8 in.
First time remodelers often make the mistake of letting drywall rest on the floor while attaching it to the vertical wall studs with screws rather than pushing the board up as high as possible to.
That way the wall pieces support the ceiling pieces.
Hanging the drywall on the ceiling first is not only simpler but will lead to longer lasting results that require fewer future repairs.
By putting in the drywall first you separate drywall and its dust from the flooring later on.
To make it a lot easier pony up for a drywall lift.