Plaster was the construction standard up until the 1940s, when drywall burst onto the market. Before then, it was a popular choice for wall construction given its pliability, fitting around corners ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Whether fastening a framed picture, mirror, shelf, or curtain rod to a wall, it's ...

These picks will hold anything from picture frames to heavy shelves Because drywall is not very strong on its own, it can’t support much more than a few pounds on a regular nail or screw without ...

Lath-and-plaster walls are common in older houses (built late 18th Century until the early 1950’s, when drywall became standard). Whether you want to hang a picture, mirror or kitchen cabinet, ...

Don't hang a bookshelf with any old screws you have laying around. Using drywall screws, for instance, is a bad idea. Instead, get a good quality wood screw, such as those by GRK and Spax. The screw ...