On Jan 30, 7:57 am, "Jack" wrote:
I am installing sheetrock vertically. Where the tapered seams meet, they
are falling on the center of the studs. When I attempt to screw down the
sheetrock at the seams, I am getting blowouts. Is there some sort of trick
or recommendation you have used to prevent this, other than using blocking?
I am trying to stay as far away from the edge as possible, but then I miss
the stud.
Thanks.

Are you using real drywall screws? The common type is Phillips head
and the drivers are the shrouded type that allows the bit to cam out
when when the screw is flush with the surface. Using a cordless driver
with these and the torque setting less than max ought to solve your
problem, Good luck.

Joe