Learn about what drywall tools you need for your next project including a utility knife, a drywall saw, a T-square, a drywall hammer, a drill, and more!

Drywall tools are essential for anyone who wants to work with drywall. These tools help professionals and DIYers cut, shape, and install drywall quickly and efficiently. There are many different types of drywall tools available, each designed to perform a specific task. From cutting tools like utility knives and jab saws to taping tools like joint knives and mud pans, drywall tools are essential for anyone who wants to achieve a professional finish.

I know, when you are getting into DIY projects, the cost of buying all the tools for the job really adds up. Some tools you can get by with borrowing and others, you just have to bite the bullet and invest in. The good thing about drywall tools is that there aren't that many of them (that you actually need as a DIYer) and some of them can be used for other projects.

Overview of Drywall Tools

Drywalling tools can be found at most hardware stores and online retailers, and they range from basic hand tools to power tools.

Some essential tools for drywalling include a utility knife, a drywall saw, a T-square, a drywall hammer, a drill, a drywall lift (for commercial projects or full house installs), a mud pan, and a taping knife.

Popular drywall tools to have:

• Utility knife: used to cut drywall
• Drywall saw: used to cut holes in drywall and make precise cuts
• T-square: used to make straight cuts and is useful with long pieces of drywall
• Drywall hammer (used for larger projects): used to drive nails in and prevent damage to drywall
• Drill (residential DIYers use this most): essential in hanging drywall
• Drywall lift/stilts(larger projects): used to lift up drywall so that you can attach it or used to give you more height to put the drywall up
• Mud pan: used to hold joint compound and for applying joint compound
• Taping knife: used to apply joint compound to be able to create smooth, even coats

I linked a few great drywall supplies on Amazon in one board so you can see.

For DIYers, I'd recommend starting with the most basic tools and working your way up depending on if you plan on installing more drywall longterm. Also, there are tools that you just make work for you.

For example, we really needed a way to get all the drywall dust off of the freshly drywalled basement walls and Luke came up with the idea of putting our regular vacuum floor attachment on our little shop vac. To make that work even better, he put the shop vac on a desk chair so he could roll the shop vac around to get all the surfaces.

Overall, having the right tools for drywalling can make the job easier and more efficient. Whether you are a professional or a DIYer, investing in quality drywall tools can save time and produce better results.