" Behind the Drywall Story"

[zgardner18]

TrainsRMe1

Hi All,

  I have a quick question for you, I'm going to install drywall in my garage/trainroom soon,, there is some insulation that is installed on the wall before you put up your drywall. Is it called vapor backing? or something like that? Thanks for the help

                                    Trainsrme1 

Okay, Here is the deal.  First let me tell you my background so you know where my advice is coming from.  My father and grandfather were drywallers.  My uncle is a drywaller.  I have done a lot of drywall installation in my time.  I have done a lot of drywall installation in the Portland area too.  As a matter of fact my uncle lives up there in the Portland area. 

My advice:  If you already have your exterior walls up in your garage (and I think you do) then you do not need a vapor barrier, there should already be one between your studs and your outer wall paneling.  For sure you will desire insulation so go down to the HoPo (Home Depot) and ask for the kind you will need.  Hopefully you find that one person that actually knows what he is talking about.  The insulation will stay up between the studs enough so that you can apply the drywall.  Yes, you can get the kind that has the paper backing but it doesn't matter.  Once your drywall is installed then make sure you apply the needed mud and tape to do the job.  Don't short yourself on this step.  One coat is NOT enough.  And don't forget about sanding.  Sanding is the best way to make it all look good.  Before you know it you'll be ready to lay track!

Good luck and please feel free to ask me any other questions on this subject if you need to.  Drywall runs in my blood, sadly.