We have three major types of drywall compound to choose from.
Approximate materials per sheet of drywall.
Please note a drywall professional may obtain materials at a lower cost due to buying power or they may charge a mark up that results in materials costing more than the calculation.
For example if you need 55 4 by 8 sheets the total tape needed is.
It s important to know each side of the drywall sheet.
Other methods of installation may use more or less material.
The side that s gray or ivory should face the room.
This estimate doesn t include an allowance for waste.
Don t forget to consider transportation and delivery requirements when ordering materials.
Based on 2 00 per linear foot.
Multiply the length and height of one wall.
You can both estimate the total square feet of drywall also known as gypsum board you ll need and the number of sheets.
Does not include the cost of materials.
Includes planning equipment and material acquisition area preparation and protection setup and cleanup.
These specialty screws are usually sold by the pound which accounts for approximately 500sf of drywall.
How much are other drywall materials.
Using the total number of drywall sheets needed multiply by the perimeter of each sheet to determine the linear feet of joint tape for the drywall.
Drywall needed total area sheet size.
You need tape to cover the.
Depending on the brand and the thickness of drywall needed for installation the per sheet price is going to range from 9 50 to 18 each average price 11 25 each.
For an estimate use the calculator above or follow these steps.
Lightweight joint compound quick set joint compound and the all purpose compound.
Includes mud and taping labor as well.
Drywall screws cost 6 per pound.
A 12 by 12 room 12 panels for the wall 5 more for the ceiling.
4 x 16 drywall sheet.
4 x 14 drywall sheet.
Installers can often get access to lower unit prices for drywall if they buy in bulk.
The perimeter of a 4 by 8 sheet is 16 feet.
4 x 12 drywall sheet.
55 x 16 800 feet.
Drywall cost per sheet.
Layout fabricate and fit drywall sheets.
How to estimate drywall or sheetrock.
Drywall products are very heavy and you ll want to make sure you have the appropriate tools for moving large amounts of sheetrock.
They have different advantages for different jobs and range in price as well as application.
The perimeter of a 4 by 12 sheet is 20 feet.
Basic labor to install drywall with favorable site conditions.
Secure to framing per manufacturer specifications.
Thinner drywall sheets such as 1 4 or 3 8 will sag in between rafters over time.
Tips for drywall sheets always choose thick sheets 1 2 or 5 8 if you re installing drywall on your ceiling.
It s based on the manufacturer s recommended installation practices.
