Drywall removed

After a few weeks of wavering, and a high estimate from a contractor I decided not to wait, and ripped out the drywall myself. This will allow more options for lighting and allow me to replace the drywall ceiling the way it should have been installed (i.e. 5/8" rather than 1/2", more insulation, and resilient channels and rubber/foam tape to dampen impact noise).

Removing the drywall ceiling and walls in the kitchen was a dirty, heavy job. Taking the drywall down wasn't too difficult, but taking out the 750lbs (est) of drywall to the dumpster was a pain. Dividing the trash into about 24 contractor trash bags at least made the load manageable.