Drywall - if it's a 4'x8" sheet like it is here in the US you usually hang it vertically. Get a counter-sink bit for your drill/screwdriver so you don't muck up the drywall as you're hanging it. Mudding is definitely an art form, but if you attempt it, remember: 1. You can always apply more and 2. Fine-grain sandpaper is your friend. Go sparingly at first until you get used to using the spatula (flexible metal tool) and get pre-mixed mud. No more than you'll be doing, that'll be fine. Get fiberglass mesh seam tape, too.
Hang it off the floor, at least a half-inch, use baseboard of some kind to cover the gap, then seal with silicone.
I recommend a mold-proof and water-resistant backer if you can get it, or at least HardiBacker (normally used under tile). You want to prevent moisture issues at any cost. Use a good primer before you paint. If you're not picky as to colour, most home improvement stores have "mistints" that sell really cheap. If you find a colour you can tolerate, you can save a lot of money on good quality paint. Look for a latex paint with a mildewicide(?) and use at least a satin finish for easy cleaning.
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Date: 2009-01-10 12:49 am (UTC)Hang it off the floor, at least a half-inch, use baseboard of some kind to cover the gap, then seal with silicone.
I recommend a mold-proof and water-resistant backer if you can get it, or at least HardiBacker (normally used under tile). You want to prevent moisture issues at any cost. Use a good primer before you paint. If you're not picky as to colour, most home improvement stores have "mistints" that sell really cheap. If you find a colour you can tolerate, you can save a lot of money on good quality paint. Look for a latex paint with a mildewicide(?) and use at least a satin finish for easy cleaning.
Sorry to spam up your LJ! The curse of working at Lowe's. [rueful] I hope this is helpful, at least! This link might be helpful if it works [sigh] http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?action=howTo&p=Improve/pchrepdry.html