Tip 3 helps you cut drywall to the right size. For example, the length of drywall I needed was 45 5/8 inches. But at the length of 45 5/8″ the width was 52 5/8″ which was wider than the initial 52 3/4″ measurement. Had I assumed the width was 52 3/4″ (minus the 1/...
I think my biggest error when I initially tried to tape drywall was thinking that taping and finishing drywall is something you do on a single day off or weekend. I tried to do the job all at once. In reality, taping drywall (and finishing drywall) is something you do in somewhat short...
As you work, apply the excess compound over the top of the tape in a thin layer OR clean it from the knife and use fresh compound to lightly cover the tape. Of course, if you prefer you can let the compound dry and put the next layer on later. Most experienced drywall people do th...
There should be proper corner backing to secure the drywall. If you have gaps between sheets more than 1/8"at the corner, fill gaps with a low shrinkage sandable patching plaster or spackle (seen here).Applying the Tape - Precut your paper tape the length of the joint. Also prefold ...
Next, you’ll need to: Use your utility knife to remove the damaged drywall. Sand the area to smooth any rough edges. Use mesh tape, joint tape or a mesh patch to cover the hole. Cover the mesh or tape with joint compound using your putty knife. ...
What You'll Need Media Platforms Design Team Tools: 5-, 8- and 10-in. flexible drywall-taping knives, joint compound pan, bucket-opening tool, electric drill, mixing paddle, respirator Materials: Premixed all-purpose joint compound, paper joint tape, 180- or 220-grit sandpaper, drywall screw...
Hanging drywall may sound complicated, but that doesn't have to be the case. Follow these step-by-step instructions and your installation will go smoothly.
Drywall mud calculator– allows you to enter your square footage and know exactly how much mudding you’ll need. Drywall cost calculator– calculate the number of nails, screws, tape and other materials you will need — absolute must before you start any job!
Mixing up drywall mud is a part of the drywall process. After you hang the drywall, you have to seal off the gaps with drywall tape and mud. You also need the mud to cover and smooth the indentations left by the numerous screws. All of this prepares the wall for the application of ...
The last step is to use drywall compound to hide the repair. You’ll probably need to do this at least twice to do a good job. If you pile on the compound, it will crack while drying. Take the wide putty knife and smoothly spread the compound across the screws and patch, extending ...