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There are ceiling tile in the kitchen. They were put up using furring strips on top of drywall. Do you think it would be ok to finish the existing drywall if it is decent shape or should it be replaced? If it needs replacing can I go over the top of it with new or should I remove it also?

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Hi Tommy, drywall is pretty tough stuff.  If you can get the furring strips off fairly easily you can generally refinish it without too many problems.  The answer to your next question is yes you can drywall over the top of the old drywall or over the furring strips provided they are secured properly.  I hope this info helps please feel free to write again regarding this or other matters sincerely, bruce e johnson..bejohnsonconsulting.com

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I can answer any construction related question in regards to carpentry, concrete, drywall, masonry, structural elements of any type of building, residential or commercial. Interior or exterior.

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Custom Commercial and residential buildings. Churches, theaters, schools and auditoriums. Most recently I am working with the Catholic Church on several design build committees. I have a website related to scheduling and project supervision. Although my expertise is more related to multimillion dollar commercial, educational and theatrical projects my generous credentials in residential and remodelling construction make me a viable source of information regarding all forms of building questions.

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