Convert a Drywall Doorway Into an Arch

Convert a Drywall Doorway Into an Arch

Ever wonder how to create an arched opening in drywall? The Family Handyman has a step-by-step slideshow that shows how to do it with modern materials like bendable sheetrock and plastic beading.

Arches have had varying popularity in home design over the last century or so. In older houses they might be built with brick or plaster, but they are much easier to re-create with modern materials in new construction. Even if you’re not looking to install a new archway, understanding how they are constructed can help with repair and removal as well. See the complete how-to below.

How To Build a Drywall Arch | The Family Handyman


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Convert a Drywall Doorway Into an Arch