Here s how to go about it.
4x10 sheets of drywall.
You can enter the type size and number of sheets and it will output the weight.
The manufacturing location humidity levels at the time of manufacture and other minor factors can also affect the weight of drywall to some extent.
Despite the drywall sizes listed above drywall sheet lengths can go up to 16.
Cut electrical box opening with drywall keyhole saw.
Once you determine surface area of the entire room or how much drywall is needed divide that number by 40.
This is the number of drywall sheets required.
Drywall the panels are easier to lift carry and install allowing.
Score front of drywall panel.
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1 800 square foot divided by 32 about 56 sheets of drywall 4 by 8 56 sheets 5 6 10 add on about 62 sheets of drywall.
62 sheets of drywall x 28 screws 1736 screws.
The weight of a sheet of drywall is determined primarily by it s size and type.
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1 2 x 4 x 10 lightweight drywall actual size 0 485 x48 x120 model number.
Mark drywall for cutout using electrical box.
But in general you can get a very good idea of how much drywall weighs by using the information below.
To calculate the cost all you have to do is multiple the number of sheets your project requires the cost of a sheet of drywall.
Gypsum board is the first and lightest 1 2 in.
For example if you re using 4 x 10 sheets the total square footage of one sheet is 40sf.
Lighter and stronger than standard georgia pacific toughrock gypsum board making it easier to handle and install and more economical to transport.
Because they weigh up to 30 less than traditional 1 2 in.
Cut through paper on back of drywall sheet.
Break drywall sheet along scored line.
Sheetrock brand ultra light 1 2 in.
Icc certified for sag resistance they eliminate the need for separate wall and ceiling panels.