sheetrock or wood to line the walls

Rrog

Rrog

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Taco- that’s true. If everyone did this they’d see. 5/8” drywall is a great thing

Also- nothing says you can’t drywall the room, and then apply a surface piece of plywood (attached to studs or joists).

You just do not at all need ply or OSB everywhere
 
natureboygrower

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I mentioned the plywood for fastening because it really would be an ideal situation(for me).I like/use easy anchors,the metal ones though,they're rugged.toggle bolts I'm not a huge fan of,the large ones require a decent sized hole punched in the wall which I try to avoid.i still stand by plywood for OP's situation,but not because of my original fastening comment,but because of this
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You just can't explain that to people that have no clue what they're doing.
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You sound like you know what you're doing so can you imagine op's mud/tape job?(no offense op) he mentioned not having any experience on this kinda of work.mudding and taping is a real skill and Imo,plywood would be an easier task for op.he did not mention that money was an issue(5/8 greenboard =$15,plwood=$31 ).it's still going to be a challenge making the right cuts,with either product.i'm just stepping back and looking at the project with what skills op said he has and what might be quicker and less painful lol.
 
Rrog

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Plywood would need the same finishing as drywall. Both have seams to fill. Drywall is easy. Ply is hard.

Plywood doesn’t get a free pass at all
 
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kindnug

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Lexel is actually crack-proof + better adhesive.
Dap claims that shit is crack proof, but I know from experience.:wall:

Sashco 13010 10.5oz Sashco Sealants Clear Lexel Adhesive Caulk <<<What I would use if I had to go wood walls
 
Rrog

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Both ply and drywall are 4x8 panels. Both have to be screwed to the framing. Both have to be sealed.

Mud and tape is a cosmetic treatment. You don’t have to mud and tape.

You could use caulk only on either ply or drywall I you wanted.

You could use steel plates or cement board or any other theoretical panel and you’ll still have to seal...
 
Gilligans Island

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Rrog said:
Disagree.

Having been in construction since the early ‘80’s you can hang all sorts of heavy things on drywall. And there’s still wood studs every 16”.
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Disagree, having extensive construction background since the early 80's hanging shit that vibrates with sheet rock anchors not on studs is a joke.
Yep 3/4" plywood when compared to sheet rock is retarded in price but the benefits far out way the price point.
Why is it everyone is so concerned with spending a little money upfront to insure a quality setup?

When you buy a Toyota you get a Toyota. When you buy a Jaguar you get a Jaguar. Trying to get Jag for the price of a Toy isn't happening. Same thing with a grow setup. You get what you pay for.

Suggesting sheet rock for somebody who has indicated their construction skills are minimum is too funny.
 
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kindnug

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Having extensive construction background since early 70's>
Plywood can separate +/or warp over time, also good for starting fires.
Fastening anything to walls or ceilings you should always be hitting studs no matter what material is used on the wall/ceiling

If your construction skills are minimal, you shouldn't be building a grow-room period.
Plywood or Drywall, both will turn out terrible if you have no construction experience.:roll:
 
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Have fun with that
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Ignorant claims for why plywood is better from Gilligan who is doing const. work since early 80's.
We try not to fasten vibrating equipment on walls/ceilings, but instead let the fans hang down from the ceiling using light hangers.
Do you enjoy the sound of vibrations?8-)
 
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kindnug said:
Ignorant claims for why plywood is better from Gilligan who is doing const. work since early 80's.
We try not to fasten vibrating equipment on walls/ceilings, but instead let the fans hang down from the ceiling using light hangers.
Do you enjoy the sound of vibrations?8-)
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No Shit. Genius speaks.
 
Gilligans Island

Gilligans Island

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BRANDON77 well there you go. You have got opinions mostly based on individual experiences on most of the options available. It is now up to you to figure out which is best for your application. Just like all forums you have to sift through the information given, some good, some not so good. May the force be with you.
 
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kindnug

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Either way has it's pros + cons, but claiming that plywood is easier for some1 with little construction experience is hilarious.
You don't need as much power tools for drywall also...
 
Rrog

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Regarding vibrations - vibrations will travel thru OSB or ply the same as thru drywall. So this discussion of hanging vibrating things is the same for either material.
 
reallybigjesusfreak

reallybigjesusfreak

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Its a grow room, just lay down your drywall/plywood/whatever, and mark the studs at the top of that with a sharpie. Then all you gotta do is chase them down with a level (if you want to be really really precise) otherwise you now know where all your studs are
 
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