Definitions: S - Sheetrock & plaster

straightedge

A straightedge is a tool used to provide a straight, true edge for marking or leveling.

References - straightedge

See the following for additional straightedge information:

• Drywall: Professional Techniques for Great Results Taunton; 3rd ed. Edition, January 2008, Myron R Ferguson, ISBN 1561589551
• Drywall: Installation and Finishing Delmar Cengage Learning; 1 edition, February 1993, Karen Goad, ISBN 827356056
• Drywall Construction Handbook McGraw-Hill Companies, August 1995, Robert Scharff, ISBN 70571244
• Drywall Clips - Code Notes Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, December 2009, Editorial Staff
• Fundamentals of Residential Construction Wiley; 2 edition, February 2006, Edward Allen, Rob Thallon, ISBN 471681792

Service Professionals that can help with straightedge issues

• Drywall Contractor
• Drywall and Plaster Contractor
• Plastering Contractor
• Handyman

Common projects involving straightedge

• Home Energy Efficiency Upgrade
• Add On to Home
• Remodel Garage To Room
• Makeover Basement

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