A mixing paddle attaches to a power drill and makes quick work of mixing drywall compound, or "mud," in preparation for taping and finishing the drywall. Mixing the compound, which is recommended even with premixed products, ensures a smooth consistency and helps remove lumps. A small mixing ...
Nail pops will require that you hammer the nail back into the stud or replace it with a new drywall screw. It should be slightly recessed. Apply spackling compound to the dimple, smooth it out and allow to dry 24 hours before sanding. Repeat as necessary. Use this process for patching di...
The Techdry Tools Dry-X3 seems to be a well-thought-out idea. Two concerns came to mind: how well will a tool with moving parts endure drywall compound, and won’t the blades stick together, making the tool difficult to use? However, I’m not too worried. Digging...
finish installing the blueboard, instead of putting the traditional coats of joint compound on the seams at the joining of the boards, you use a quick tape and then plaster is applied to the joints. Then the entire wall is covered with one or two really thin layers of the special plaster...
At an angle, press the knife against and down the wall, leaving a thin layer of compound on the drywall. You’ll want to scrape the knife across the wall in such a way as to leave a little of the mud behind, filling in the ridges and gouges while skimming over the entire surface....
Cover your seams with “mud”. I use premixed joint compound. It’s easy, and ready to use! Now, your first coat of mud is going to look sloppy, so don’t try to get it perfect. Just glob some onto your spackle knife and smooth it over your tape pulling it out from the middle...