Walls and Ceilings - New sheetrock on old sheetrock.

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11-20-00, 08:19 AM
When nailing (or screwing) new sheetrock on top of old sheetrock, is it ok to just attach to the old sheetrock, or should i go through os and nail to the studs? the old sheetrock is very stable and in great shape, just too much dried adhesive to clean up for paiinting.

Thanks

11-20-00, 12:19 PM
Mike,

You want to go through the old drywall and attach the new drywall to the studs. The old board will not provide enough strength or stability for new board.