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    floofybunny Posts: 6, Reputation: 1
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    Jan 13, 2008, 08:15 PM
    Drywall to drywall
    I need to resurface a wall that has a layer of 1/2" drywall with another layer of 1/2" drywall. I intend to use laminating adhesive and type g gypsum screws. Do I need to be concerned about getting these screws into the studs or just screw drywall to drywall?
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    Jan 13, 2008, 08:30 PM
    Studs. You're not going to find a screw that will bite into drywall enough to squeeze the adhesive and hold the panel up.

    Is there a reason that you don't want to remove the existing drywall, aside from just not wanting to do it?

    I find it preferable to pull the drywall and reskin than to build out all of the doors, windows, outlets and switches.

    Thanks,
    Json
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    Jan 18, 2008, 10:07 PM
    Floofybunny - Yes put at least 4 or 5 screws to the stud , before you start the new sheetrock ,find the centers on a few studs at the top and bottom, and lighty mark ceiling and floor, use a rule or tape measure and mark stud centers on 16 inch centers,After laying out is done then start your sheetrock, ;;; Hope this helps you out ,If it does rate my answer below :::: good luck & GOD BLESS :::F>B.E.

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