what thickness of drywall for ceilings
Drywall is available in a variety of thicknesses. The recommended thickness is 5/8 inch for ceiling installation. Special 1/2 in ceiling board is also available. If the installation is to be inspected, the inspector can tell you what is acceptable.
3. Use a straight edge to mark the area you plan to remove, and use a drywall saw to remove the damaged area and any insulation from above. 4. Most ceilings use standard 5/8-inch drywall; however, drywall is available in different thicknesses. Your replacement piece should be the same thickness as the existing drywall.