Dear Pete,
I've done this many times so I know it works. First, on all walls, run a line from top to bottom to ascertain that the wall has no bulges. If there are any, use a large flooring chisel to trim them down. ( Sharp ) At the far vertical edges of each wall break the plaster to determine where the lath is. I use a Roto-Zip to cut the plaster so as not to shake the rest loose from the wall. Use a Stud finder to determine where the studs are. After you determine where the studs and lath lines are, mark them at each end of the run. Mark the studs vertically. Before you place the drywall on the wall, use a wallboard compound as a glue between the rock and the wall. This will form a tight bond. After you have "Screwed" the rock to the wall, recheck with your string. If there are any bulges, snap a chalkline on the aproppriate lath marks and screw that in. Do not use nails. This will separate the plaster from the lath and cause later problems. Think about using 1/4" rock to minimize the deflecting of your door molding or simply remove it and replace it later. Remember to number the molding. Since I assume you own an old home, you might want to caulk all joints on the floor or use "Goodstuff" to stop drafts and heat loss.
Good Luck, Len |
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