How to Hang drywall on a ceiling with This Old House

Watch this video from This Old House to learn how put drywall on a ceiling.

Steps:

1 Use a drywall T-square to draw lines onto drywall sheet 16 in. on center; these lines correspond to the 1x3 strapping screwed to ceiling joists.

2 Mark onto the drywall the location of any lights or vents in the ceiling.

3 Set drywall sheet onto the drywall lift, then crank it up to the ceiling.

4 Secure drywall to 1x3 strapping with 1 5/8-inch drywall screws.

5 Cut holes for light or vents using a drywall cutout tool.