Download Drywall Measurements
PNG. Dimensions of gypsum boards are determined by construction standards. Find out how to measure sheetrock per square foot or drywall per sheet.
Cut first piece of drywall to precise size. Drywall comes in a variety of thickness measurements, some of which are more suitable for different purposes than others. Drywall—also known as wallboard, plasterboard, and by the trade name sheetrock®—is made from gypsum cement while hanging drywall can seem intimidating, with the right tools and techniques, it's not as difficult as you might imagine.
Make notes of any obstructions like electrical boxes or lights that need holes (image 1).
Make notes of any obstructions like electrical boxes or lights that need holes (image 1). Hang drywall on the ceiling first, then the walls. The problem the tolerance of the drywall is plus or minus 1 mm. What other people are paying to tape drywall.