By Gary Stossel


When a home improvement project installs hanging or finishing drywall, it is important to have the right tools to do the job. An equipment rental store can provide the tools need to lift, install and finish these sheets that weigh 55 pounds or more on ceilings and walls. Having the right tools can save time as well as one's back and neck.

Screw Gun: Professionals use screws to install drywall. Screws offer several advantages, with the primary being that they will not loosen and pop like nails. They offer a better system for holding drywall in place. The screw gun has a clutch that can be set to prevent overdriving screws so they do not hold the drywall in place properly.

Panel Lift: The panel lift holds the drywall in place while it is being attached to the ceiling. This makes the job much easier than attempting to hold the sheet on top of your own head while adding screws. Some lifts are designed so the panel can be tipped for installation on cathedral ceilings with ease.

Automatic taper: An automatic taper applies the under coat of mud along with the tape in a single pass. It extends the reach of the worker so that ceilings and walls can be tapped quickly. With a big job, these machines can take hours off the time required to complete the task.

Hopper Guns: These devices can be used in conjunction with a compressor to apply texture before paint is applied. Orange peel texture is one of the most common with this type of gun. Do it yourself homeowners like this type of texture as it can help to cover mistakes in the taping and bedding of the drywall.

Compressors: Air compressors offer many useful purposes in projects around the house. In addition to operating hopper guns they provide the pressure needed for other pneumatic tools. Pneumatic nailers are useful when forming the stud walls and for other framing purposes. Finish nailers make applying the trim easier and allow use of thin nails that do not split the stock or require predrilling.

For many homeowners, drywall home improvement projects are a once in a lifetime task. There is no need to buy tools to finish the job that will not be used again. However, when one rents the equipment needed, the result can have a more professional look and the job is much easier to complete.




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