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These are the basic tools needed to tape and finish drywall. Though there are
quite a few "professional" tools, such as combination mud/tape dispensers, that
can speed large jobs along, they probably aren't worth the cost unless
you are taping multiple rooms, an entire home... or going pro! Buy quality
tools and they may last a lifetime!...more information |
There are many different brands of joint compound, but really only 3 distinct types...more information |
The router can be a hanger's best friend. It's used to cut out square boxes,
round boxes, lights, pipes, windows, etc. This is how to run the router...more information |
Paper faced is the bead of the future, It bonds with the sheetrock for a nice
straight corner that will not crack over the years like conventional corner
beads. It eats up less mud, No nails or screws needed. You will need a special
roller and a special hopper...more information |
Mix up your all purpose joint compound until it is thin enough to work with. Using
a drywall pan and a 6" knife, spread a nice even bed of mud on the joint. Make
sure to go at least 4" - 6" wide. Any spots without mud will be future problems...more information |
Okay, "Spot Nails" is just kind of a slang term for coating your nails and screws.
It's pretty easy to do and I will try to show you how. For rookies it's probably
easiest doing one nail or screw at a time. Wipe the mud on, wipe it back off.
As you get better you can start doing 2 and 3 at a time. Nails and screws should
get 3 total coats. Not at once, 1st coat, then let it dry, 2nd coat...more information |
It's much easier cutting sheetrock off a pile that is leaning up than trying to cut
from a pile that is flat on the floor...more information |
On ceilings, use annular ring nails or drywall screws to fasten drywall panels to
joists. On walls, use drywall nails or screws to attach panels to studs, top plate,
and bottom plate....more Information |
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• Use full sheets of drywall whenever possible. • Install the ceiling panels first: This allows you to butt the wall panels up against the ceiling panels, giving you the best joint possible between the wall and ceiling. • Don't force the drywall panels into position:Cut the drywall panels so they fit loosely. You shouldn't have to force them into position. • Avoid butt joints:Since panel ends don't have tapered edges, they're hard to conceal. |
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