Drywall Home Renovation Class

With Dave Cooke

*This drywall class is part of our Knowing Your Home Series. See what other upcoming classes we offer in the series here.

Alternative Title: "If These Walls Could Talk. The Joy of Drywall Repair."

Drywall installation, repair, and re-texturing is a fun satisfying skill. And, it is surprisingly easy to learn. With the right tools, some simple tips, and a bucket of "mud", you can finish new walls and ceilings or repair and revitalize existing walls. Say goodbye to ugly cracks and hideous patches.

We will learn how to cut and install sheetrock, how to "tape" and finish joints, nails, and corners, and how to disguise repairs by blending and matching existing textures such as "knockdown", "stomp", and "swirl." We will learn to repair existing cracks and holes of all sizes. Repairs both large and small will disappear into the background and you will save hundreds of dollars in the process.

Students will see tons of real examples of the processes, tools, and materials close-up. Students will also have the opportunity for individual hands-on practice, but please be aware that due to the nature of hanging drywall in a workshop, hands-on practice will be limited. You will leave with the confidence and skills to tackle any drywall repair. There will be time for Q&A during class.

  • Prerequisites: None. No Experience Required.

  • Class Capacity: 12 maximum, 5 minimum

  • Materials Provided?: Yes

  • Age Limit: All Ages (guardian required if under 18)

  • Partner Ticket Available?: No

  • Available for a Private Class?: Yes (info)

  • Clothing/Equipment Requirements?: None

About the Teacher

David Cooke has taught home repair classes for thirteen years. He’s written articles on home repair and improvement for a local magazine and appeared weekly on a television program in Boston as the "Resident Home Repair Guy" for two years. David ran his own home repair and improvement business for most of the last 30 years. Dave also plays in a band, was a comedian, and is a retired judge / attorney.

What People Say about Dave’s Classes….

"David was hilarious. Also I feel much more confident."

"Incredible amount of information and practice for 3 hours without feeling overwhelming."

"Instructor was fantastic, kept the jokes coming and made the time fly by!"