The right drywall tools are an essential part of the job. Good supplies for drywall installation and drywall finishing can mean the difference between a professional looking surface and a mess. Tutorials are available online or you could take a class at your local home improvement center to learn to hang drywall like a pro.
Basic Drywall Tools Needed
Tools needed:
o Trowels: you will need a plaster trowel and a corner trowel
o Hand sander with a good handle or sandpaper and a block sander
o Sanding pole is needed for reaching ceilings and other high areas
o Cordless drill is needed for drywall screws. Choose a larger drill, if you do big jobs, such as a whole house.
o Tape measure
o Utility knife
o T square: get a large size. Look for a four foot square to reach across a full sheet of drywall. This tool is important for accurate measuring and cutting.
o Corner tool: these come in either steel or plastic. Some people use both, depending on the job. The difference is largely a matter of preference.
o 4.5 inch steel knife to fasten the tape to the wall
o 10 inch steel knife for finishing
o Stainless...