May 2026 - Better Home Pro

A comparison of Green Board vs. Purple Board drywall, highlighting Green Board for moisture resistance and Purple Board for mold and impact resistance in high-traffic areas, gyms, and laundry rooms

Green Board vs Purple Board Drywall: Which One Do You Actually Need?

Elena Hart

May 8, 2026
11 min read

Cement Board vs Drywall: Which to Use in Wet Areas?

Cement Board vs Drywall: Which Should You Use in Wet Areas?

Elena Hart

May 8, 2026
15 min read

Does soundproof drywall actually work— truth about quiet walls with facts and tested results, no hype featured image of blog

Does Soundproof Drywall Actually Work? Here’s the Truth

Elena Hart

May 7, 2026
13 min read

Green board moisture-resistant drywall guide — good for bathroom walls above tile outside wet areas, but not for inside shower or tub surrounds which require cement board or tile backer

Moisture-Resistant Drywall (Green Board): Where to Use It — and Where Not To

Elena Hart

May 7, 2026
16 min read

Featured Image: Comparison infographic of Type X and Type C fire-resistant drywall showing Type X with a 1-hour fire rating for garages and residential walls, and Type C with a 2-hour fire rating for commercial buildings, multi-family housing, and high-risk assemblies

Fire-Resistant Drywall: Type X vs. Type C — What’s the Difference and Which Do You Need?

Elena Hart

May 7, 2026
2 min read

Infographic showing 8 types of drywall including standard white board, green board, purple board, Type X fire-resistant, soundproof drywall, paperless fiberglass-faced, cement board, and lightweight drywall for choosing the right material for your project

8 Types of Drywall Explained: Which One Does Your Project Actually Need?

Elena Hart

May 6, 2026
16 min read

Featured image explaining drywall riding (bulging or ridging), with three key causes: moisture, house settling, and too much pressure

Drywall Ridging: Causes, Expert Fixes, and When to Worry

Elena Hart

May 1, 2026
7 min read

Featured image showing correct drywall screw size for 5/8 inch drywall – 1-5/8 inch screws are correct, while 1-1/4 inch screws are too short

What Size Drywall Screws for 5/8″ Drywall

Elena Hart

May 1, 2026
6 min read

Featured image showing a drywall control joint that allows wall movement to prevent cracks before they start

What Is a Drywall Control Joint? (And Why Your Walls Need Them)

Elena Hart

May 1, 2026
9 min read

Featured image comparing drywall without an expansion joint (which cracks over time) versus drywall with an expansion joint (which stays straight)

Expansion Joints in Drywall: What They Are and Why They Matter

Elena Hart

May 1, 2026
9 min read

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