Drywall Alternative

Drywall is by comparison the most used and common construction material for building walls. Basically, drywall is a gypsum board core wrapped in paper or matted fiberglass. There are certainly plenty of advantages to using drywall. It is affordable, easy to install and long lasting. However you might want a drywall alternative. There are other materials that can be used in place of drywall. While they may not offer the cost effectiveness or ease of installation they can be a refreshing change if you are sick and tired of a traditional look.


One alternative is strawboard. Strawboard is more expensive than drywall but offers a variety of finishing options. You might also want to consider materials like sheet metal, plexiglass or even rice paper which is used for Japanese screens. Another choice is plaster, a material used years ago to construct walls. The right alternative depends on your particular needs. What may work in one space may not do well in another. If you find that all viable alternatives are too expensive or just not what you're looking for, consider making your drywall more interesting by with texture.

There are texturizing guns that spray a foam like material onto your walls. The material comes dry and is mixed with water. There are different sizes of foam particles and even different colors for a variety of looks. It is important to get the right mixture of texturizer and water. Once you do, you can spray the texture on the wall in an even coat. If you find one coat unsatisfactory, allow overnight drying time then apply a second coat. The more coats you apply the thicker and more noticeable the texture will be.

When considering a drywall alternative, think carefully about the benefits and drawbacks. You will want to research each alternative to make sure it really is what you want. In general, drywall is a great material for residential and commercial applications. Some drywall is actually treated with fire-resistant and mildew resistant materials. You can learn more about drywall and alternatives to it online or even at your local home improvement store. Also there is a great deal of information in books regarding the benefits and installation of drywall. The more you learn on this subject the better equipped you'll be to make the right choice for the interior of your home or business.



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