How To Remove Drywall from a Wall

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How To Remove Drywall from a Wall

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Shannon from www.house-impr... shows you one way to remove drywall (sheetrock) from a wall. Video © 2014 SKS Media.
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@yamster88 5 жыл бұрын

The second I heard the Canadian accent. I knew I could trust this guy. Thanks

@bekabeka71 4 жыл бұрын

yamster88 how do you differentiate the Canadian accent

@stopherrr 4 жыл бұрын

@@bekabeka71 listen to him say no. it's more like in between know and knew.

@Ryan-Petre 3 жыл бұрын

Beck's it's pretty damn subtle, but if you've lived in Canada you can spot it.

@Kyle-cv3de 3 жыл бұрын

Yes,the canadians. So trustworthy. Mega racist and politicians addicted to crack

@Ryan-Petre 3 жыл бұрын

@@Kyle-cv3de Chill lmao, no one asked for your hot take lol

@Kelly-nl9ni 7 жыл бұрын

Its fantastic that new DIYers like myself can get on KZfaq and learn from people like you. Thanks so much.

@evaristolira6152 3 ай бұрын

I liked your video, it helped me a lot, thank you.

@saintpeeter 6 жыл бұрын

I also like how he goes through all the steps in detail - and explains everything. Most DIY shows on tv are edited and you don't really learn anything that way. Great job Shannon - I am your newest fan.

@shavonnemccants6862 6 жыл бұрын

Watched this video and the one on how to remove a non load bearing wall and went into my new storefront and removed the room that I was going to pay someone $1200 to remove on Monday! It took us 4 hours on Saturday! Thanks Guys! Definitely my go to on DIY!!

@BlueOriginAire 3 жыл бұрын

One wall, removed by someone who knows, versus yourself for free watching a you tube video , noticing the double plate at the top...?🤪🤔😳

@tylercobler7796 5 жыл бұрын

I’m a first time home owner with ZERO experience on anything outside of welding and these videos help A LOT. This is as close to someone being there with me doing this as it gets 😂 really appriciate the thorough walkthroughs!

@elainerussell924 2 жыл бұрын

Well since the video it's been 8 years later did u learn anything or did you even finish that dry wall job or did you sit your ass on the couch with a beer ? Bob told me to ask !

@ruggedrebel5727 5 жыл бұрын

This man is OOZING Canadian! 😂

@dmr31 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you... I'm in my 50's and just got a small house. The basement has some dry wall that I want to remove and most likely will have to do it myself because, I can't pay anyone to do it.. The way you explained has helped and inspired me that I can do this myself... Again, thank you.

@girlz1229 8 жыл бұрын

Whenever I have a project in mind, you're the first one I go to for quality, concise, excellent information. Everything I do according to your instructions has worked out perfectly! I like the way you describe the "process" in its entirety using every possible scenario when possible. Thank you for all your efforts and sharing your talents with all of us!

@HouseImprovements 8 жыл бұрын

+Wendy Diestel Thanks Wendy, please share your experience with all your friends,family and co workers so they can use our information as well.

@girlz1229 8 жыл бұрын

+HouseImprovements absolutely! Thanks for taking the time to respond ❤️

@albertbuchheit425 10 жыл бұрын

You may want to take note of where you used your saw and after removing drywall if there was an area close to wiring as in this wall check the wiring to make sure you did not damage it.

@nicholas8479 10 жыл бұрын

I wish I saw this earlier. Especially the tip about cutting the corner paper with a knife. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I would suggest tipping the outlet down so dust can't fall into it. Also, as someone mentioned earlier, to be safe, I would check the cable for damage at the location where the saw cut across.

@AlexGarcia-mj9qn 5 жыл бұрын

Always remeber to score the corners! 👍

@MsCJD816 4 жыл бұрын

I love your videos! My husband and I purchased a fixer upper and your videos have been so helpful to us! This weekend we are tearing out Sheetrock and insulation in the basement. The previous owner “finished” the basement and never sealed the concrete 🤦🏻‍♀️ this will make our demo much smoother!!

@puppy_pause 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks, made me realize I was doing it the hard way with a utility knife rather than a drywall saw

@SarahGarlandShanmugam 3 жыл бұрын

I want to appreciate the video didn't just ram a sledge hammer into the wall like they always show on the home network TV. Thank you so much for posting this!!! I feel way more confident now.

@HouseImprovements 3 жыл бұрын

You bet

@mae2759 4 жыл бұрын

Good stuff. I like that it was more thought out than how HGTV makes it look by getting a sledge hammer and running through the wall like the Kool Aid man. This will help me demo the terrible drywall in my basement.

@stevetan9191 Жыл бұрын

Very good instructional and DIY video! Tools required: 1 x cutter 1x drywall saw 1 x hammer 1 x crate opener as wedge or anything but not your fingers! 1 x safety glass 1 x dust mask 1 x electrical screwdriver to remove the plug outlet Maybe hand gloves too to prevent cuts. And of coz, cleaning and disposal of drywall parts in the end.

@Quartered_Rodent 8 жыл бұрын

This is a really great video. Very informative step by step. I'm a complete novice when it comes to this so now I know all the precautions even though many of it seems to be common sense it's always good to have all bases covered before proceeding. Gonna continue see if there's a video on how to insulate walls. Thanks again!

@mariluornelas7914 5 жыл бұрын

Lol when we want to take away wall paper it's so hard.... here it looks so easy 🤣

@disgruntled_llama 5 жыл бұрын

MARILU ORNELAS it turns out that the easiest way to remove wallpaper is to remove the drywall it’s attached to 😬

@joshirwin2 4 жыл бұрын

We used piranha wallpaper remover from lowes. Not very expensive. Worked wonders for us. Bit messy.

@MrToolmaker23 10 жыл бұрын

Good work Shannon. I always wear a dust mask when I do this kind of work on my house. I have been blessed/cursed with an older house built by the original owner who obviously thought he was a master carpenter. He was most definitely not. A dust mask can also protect you from mouse doo-doo inside the walls. That stuff can be bad news. keep up the work. Your videos are extremely helpful.

@eigenstein705 6 жыл бұрын

MrToolmaker23 ja

@focalratio456 6 жыл бұрын

He wears the exact same shade of blue collar shirt that I do!! Love it!! No nonsense talk - in order to make a lengthy video - rather, he’s straight to the point with USEFUL TIPS, and not proclaiming to be “captain obvious”. Off to Menards so I can get me a drywall saw and climb a stack of 2x4s!!

@dredaylarue 4 жыл бұрын

This was a very informative video I would have never thought of pulling drywall off like that I would have just took a hammer and start hacking holes and pulling it a part. which would have been more Messier then the way you done it

@oliviajones9372 3 жыл бұрын

I did exactly like you mentioned now I’m up a 1:30 am cleaning up & watch this video

@Maxid1 10 жыл бұрын

In California where I live you have to have the sheetrock inspected after it's hung and before mud and tape (because of earthquake standards). They wouldn't be very happy to see edge nails and glue. 12/4 is mostly the nail pattern here. But the glue sure made taking it down a breeze, and took care of that wall paper removal in the process...

@tristanquintus3200 4 ай бұрын

Thanks Shannon, your video was very helpful and saved me from the typical mistakes an amateur makes going in blind. Great tips on safety & methodology along with your characteristically friendly attitude to top-off the video. Much appreciated.

@stanbarley 5 жыл бұрын

I love how neat this was

@rocketrider1405 6 жыл бұрын

This really helps me approach a basement wall removal project. I guess I don't need a recip saw afterall. Thanks Shanon.

@HaloDude2012 7 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. I am going to tear out two kitchen walls this weekend. I assumed by watching the DIY t.v. shows that I was going to just hammer away at the walls to remove the old drywall. But doing it your way is better. Then I can have new plumbing and electrical completed which will make my kitchen renovation much easier.

@HouseImprovements 7 жыл бұрын

good luck

@ananarrr 13 күн бұрын

This was a great video! I feel really confident that I will be able to demolish a small wall in my house now! Thank you 🙏🏼

@ninja.widagun2145 8 жыл бұрын

this is a great way to do it neatly. but when you are doing a full interior demolition of a house you have to work way faster. if the back was exposed, hit the drywall from the back where the nails or screws where and the while sheet will come off

@lanelennylux 5 жыл бұрын

Just found your videos recently. Thank you for the clear explanations and letting us know what to expect. It really takes the worry out of DIY! I will be lookin at your channel first for my home improvement tasks. Thank you!

@loveart4007 Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I'm trying to figure out how to rip out the small entry walls to our small kitchen pantry. I wanted to put cabinets in to replace the pantry. Very interesting. Now I have to make sure they aren't loadbearing...Thanks again.

@HappyfoxBiz 7 жыл бұрын

a good foot really helps, or in my brothers case a good headbutt (he actually headbutted a stud once)

@robertsonthebruce 9 жыл бұрын

thanks for taking the time to explain and execute the job - very helpful and much appreciated. cheers.

@RajneeshKhanna 5 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate you sharing your knowledge Shannon. Your videos are awesome. I plan on installing new windows in my home and all your videos have been super helpful. Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us.

@zeppy13131 7 жыл бұрын

Excellent video, Shannon, thanks! I wondered if you'd get around to mentioning the issue of drywall (gypsum) dust. It's particularly fine-grained stuff, not something you want in your lungs. At the end of your video, you mention the idea of wearing a dust mask-but maybe it'd be a good idea to add something about that at the beginning instead. I'm just thinking that some people may not watch all the way to the end, and it's something they really should be careful about if they'll be working with much drywall at all.

@HouseImprovements 7 жыл бұрын

You are correct ,unfortunately we can not edit a video once posted without losing all of our stats.

@morninboy 3 жыл бұрын

Shannon we often take a reciprocating saw with a shortened blade so you don't cut electrical wires and then cut the drywall between the studs allowing us to just rip off the strips. I would like to see what you do when it is time to tape at the ceiling. PS check out the wallboarders buddy drywall cutter. I just finished off a whole house for the first time in 40 years. There were 120 corner beads to set and 8" window returns throughout the house as the house has 14" thick walls. It sure made the job easier

@QuanYin4 7 жыл бұрын

What a terrific video! I'm a complete novice and I feel much more confident attempting this after seeing your video. Thank you!

@ingram1225 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for this video. Someone put normal drywall in the bathroom with flat paint. 40 years later, it is paper thin. Plus, moisture from the tub has gotten up in the dryway so I need to replace it. This is very helpful and gives me confidence to do it myself. Unfortunately for me, there is plumbing and a tile counter/sink and toilet in the way lol. Oh and I subscribed.

@FPSRayn 7 жыл бұрын

One way to do this is- *OH YEAH*

@savagescooters3040 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for showing me how to remove drywall. I had a leak in bathroom and had to replace floors and walls and tiles. Your video was very helpful and gave me the confidence to handle the job. Thank you again

@jayperez8297 4 жыл бұрын

What video did you look up to redo your floors im having same problem in restroom with leak need to replave both floor and drywall

@jomax6619 8 жыл бұрын

Really enjoy your videos Shannon. They help me tackle my own home improvements more confidently! :)

@bravo3601 7 ай бұрын

Video old but thanks first time home owner couple things to do👍🏻

@lenaely6146 3 жыл бұрын

I'm So scared 😭to do some renovations on a home that was destroyed maliciously/out of spite. I also am equally afraid to throw money away with general contractors and tradesmen who have made it an industry practice to take advantage of female clients. So.. .I'm watching these videos and hoping it combines with my previous construction/carpentry experience from a family business (that closed when the relative passed away) and my natural intellect to get the work done and done right 👍😏😇🌞

@roddydykes7053 3 жыл бұрын

Always nice (and rare) to hear a fellow Saskatchewan accent on KZfaq

@userfriendly06 10 жыл бұрын

Love my Picquic! Great videos as always, good to see you guys back.

@falloutbro5636 29 күн бұрын

I really enjoyed watching this video and learning something new

@Ratlins9 4 жыл бұрын

This is just the video I was looking for. Very good step by step instruction, thanks!

@davidlee50 7 жыл бұрын

I am wondering why there were no screws in the drywall field; then I saw you had glue. Good video but it is not the same for me.For me, I will use a magnet to find the screws then mark them and remove them before removing the panel. Nice tip for scoring the joins to the ceiling.

@KINGsizeWINNER 10 жыл бұрын

And what about the top left corner of drywal you left hanging there? I was waiting to see how you would tear that part out since you didn't cut it with the knife and it would have perhaps torn the drywal above the doorway.

@shirleyharper5292 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your demonstration. I learned what I wanted to see.

@YtOfficialhoonanigans 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate this mans simplicity and safety advice would have fucked up without knowing 75% of this shit ✊much love bud ❤️

@DSesignD 3 жыл бұрын

More informative than the other videos I've watched. Thanks!

@laluna7580 9 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Shannon. Great video for us ladies repairing alone. Y ou are a great explainer. Simple and easy it seems.

@DanDDirges 10 жыл бұрын

Very helpful and you have a pleasant way about you. Good tutorial.

@CherryASMResp 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for doing this video. How do you remove the structure attached to the walls and ceiling?

@digibluh 6 жыл бұрын

make sure it isn't a structural wall/bearing wall, then go to down and rip it out...

@savagescooters3040 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your help. I watched your video and it gave the knowledge and the confidence to handle the job. Thank you again

@BrennanJohnsonEvenkeeled 2 жыл бұрын

i'm doing my own house renovations after mold and fire damage. this helped me greatly to prepare. thank you!!!!

@HouseImprovements 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful!

@yanegoez437 2 жыл бұрын

@@HouseImprovements muchas gracias muy bien explicado parece sencillo pero mencionas puntos muy importantes. Saludos

@johnthree1611 4 жыл бұрын

I used a multi tool to cut a straighter line, and partially through, then I used the knife to cut. I was having issues cutting with the knife, due to there being osb board behind the drywall.

@TheeBudGuru 10 жыл бұрын

I saw the glue spots but it doesn't look like it did a very good job at holding the sheetrock on the wall, otherwise you would have had a hell of a time getting it off not to mention all the scraping you would have to do to clean up the studs before putting up new sheetrock.

@Alisa2b 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you! The video and especially the real time aspect was very informative.

@goooogled 5 жыл бұрын

EXCELLENT, EXCELLENT - Extremely detailed and very easy to follow instructions with perfect demonstration. THANK YOU!

@jeffk2425 Жыл бұрын

Wow, your work is so quiet. I need to use your technique; when I saw through the drywall, it sounds like nine helicopters are attacking my building... 🙉

@neoasura 3 жыл бұрын

I love the way he says "aggravation" lmao

@jamesperry1886 Ай бұрын

This was really convenient and helpful. Thank u

@davidmossholder6396 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Very clear and easy to follow. Appreciated!

@cmlake89 6 жыл бұрын

Hey! What about removing a wall with wood paneling?

@Noahsoak 5 жыл бұрын

How do you know when the wall is load bearing?

@treasuresnownthen 2 жыл бұрын

I need to remove 12inches from the floor up only. I am having a basement waterproofing company in and they need access 1ft up. Any tips? Would there be a power tool to use as I have about 24 ft I have to remove

@HouseImprovements 2 жыл бұрын

I would use an oscillating saw. Snap a chalkline to follow and away you go!

@MrFreddywise1 6 жыл бұрын

although guessing it wasn't a load bearing wall that should be one of the first things to figure out before doing anything to it ?

@inkstain7193 6 ай бұрын

This dude got lucky with that whole piece coming off.

@edwinh5418 8 жыл бұрын

I usually poke holes in the drywall with ah hammer, then rip down the pieces. this method seems so much better. Trying it out this week on an electrical Repair.

@HouseImprovements 8 жыл бұрын

Good luck.

@sc687 6 жыл бұрын

You're an amazing guy! Your videos helped me out with a few projects. Thanks a lot, Shannon

@aboutbusiness9879 2 жыл бұрын

I need to have some drywall removed in my finished basement to access the foundation wall for a crack. Initially I thought I would have to pay someone but I think I can handle this. The time to actually do it is my concern.

@billder999 7 жыл бұрын

Don't forget to protect finishes that will remain from drywall dust.... that stuff is viscious. A box of painters plastic and a couple rolls of tape will save you lots of cleanup time.

@GunsHarleysUSA 10 жыл бұрын

Great video Shannon...Thank you for taking the time to make these videos.

@nicholas8479 9 жыл бұрын

How do you know where to stop demolition on the ends? On the right side, I imagine you can remove the corner bead and install a new one after you replace the panel you removed (or maybe keep the corner bead and slip the new panel under it?) The left side is more tricky in my mind. I read you are not suppose to align panel edges with the edge of an opening (door opening, window opening, closet opening/arch), because cracks are likely to develop in the corner. So where do you stop removing drywall on the left around the arch, if you only want to remove the drywall that you showed being removed and not anymore around the top of the arch? Thank you!!

@HouseImprovements 9 жыл бұрын

Nicholas Hoffenpiper Please ask your questions in my forum.www.house-improvements.com/forums/

@Y_ruba_al 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I’m gonna reduce the pantry…. I have the confidence to do this!

@dddd-ci2zm 3 жыл бұрын

Did he do an asbestos test?

@hanwenzero 8 жыл бұрын

thanks! I just successfully finished removing a massive amount of dry wall in a basement after watching this video

@HouseImprovements 8 жыл бұрын

+hanwenzero you're welcome.

@mydailyreward2090 6 жыл бұрын

If I were replacing this drywall, how would I match the corner bead and new mud to a textured ceiling where the two would meet?

@djkfhdjkgf Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video. Very clear and well explained

@PromisKeeper 8 жыл бұрын

that was extremely helpful for preparing my bedroom demo. thanks.

@pdrews1000 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. I have to deconstruct a room for permitting purposes.

@Myoldaccount-mu7of 4 жыл бұрын

The drywall can be used on your lawn. It helps break up up compacted soil and adds nutrients. Just a tip for you.

@xperiencenlifencraft 10 жыл бұрын

I really like and appreciate these videos man. Please keep'em coming.

@OsayImasuen 4 жыл бұрын

Lmao the way he says “Start a little fire” 🤣

@christenmorris3856 3 жыл бұрын

I'm glad i'm not the only one that laughed at that!

@jeramygrajiola1544 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you . You are awesome . I was wondering about the ceiling drywall cut. I was hoping not to remove my ceiling.

@cinema104 6 жыл бұрын

Put the screws back in the outlet so you know where to find them later.

@winros3042 4 жыл бұрын

My house is from 1923. Except for the kitchen in the bathroom all the other walls are plastered. I want to take the drywall down in my bathroom, what if there is Plaster under the drywall? And since it is the bathroom is there a certain drywall I should get to replace the old?

@demrobinson9 4 жыл бұрын

Great job. Thanks for the detail step by step.

@brandoncarroll9966 3 жыл бұрын

A lot of people use the knife I just shut the breaker off and I use a saber saw and cut into sections and peel them off

@MrSurvivalPrepper 10 жыл бұрын

Where's your red flat bar at? :)

@Jay-jt3zy Жыл бұрын

Great video, however I had to laugh at 7:10 when you said the drywall could break the wire lol. If it reads the wire it ain’t drywall you’re removing hahaha

@cwb124 3 жыл бұрын

Sort of unrelated, but how would you possibly replace that drywall and handle that edge with the popcorn ceiling which you appear to be trying to save?

@eljoao1 6 жыл бұрын

Inglés compre una casa pero al pareser se esponjó parte del muro , que pasaria si si el muro esta expuesto y no hay nada entre la pared y la parte de afuera Quizás quisiste decir: compre una casa pero al parecer se esponjó parte del muro , que pasaria si si el muro esta expuesto y no hay nada entre la pared y la parte de afuera I bought a house but when the couple was part of the wall, what would happen if the wall is exposed and there is nothing between the wall and the outside

@justinbrown5820 5 ай бұрын

Great job Shannon.👍🏻💪

@Ange1ofD4rkness 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video. Need to tare down a wall, good video to tell how (however, I am going to assume recycling is an option for drywall?)

@SHNUCAU 9 жыл бұрын

What about setting the depth on a circular saw to 3/4 of an inch? It seems like that would be more efficient.

@HouseImprovements 9 жыл бұрын

Dust, major dust!

@SHNUCAU 9 жыл бұрын

HouseImprovements Thanks.

@sylvanlange16 9 жыл бұрын

Matt de Oliveira You can use a vacuum panel saw. They are quite expensive, but you can insert a vacuum hose into it and eliminate any dust created from the cut. It will also cut right through those metal beads on the corners and has adjustable depth.

@duckilythelovely3040 2 жыл бұрын

Sheet rock and dry wall is so cheap. First thing I did when I bought my house was rip ALL OF IT away. Reinforced all the studs by making them sections of 3, instead of 1. Put support beams going accross. And added 3/4s inch ply with sheet metal attached to the outside to it. Such a house can withstand tornado weather, and flying debries like it's nothing. Also anchor all floors down to the conccrete base of the house. Was it expensive? yes. worth it? yes. Yu have security in your place, and you don't have any fear AT ALL of any huricane, or weather of any kind. DOing this to a small rancher home btw makes it allot easier. It would take much more time to do it to multi level places. But it can be done.

@levelsenderhomestation255 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Shannon how do you remove the drywall screws from the studs? The screw heads will have dry mud in them. Great videos by the way. Subscribed and liked!

@HouseImprovements 4 жыл бұрын

It crushes enough when you stick the driver bit into the head.