For years I've been rolling the tape out ahead of time and even folding it prior to applying the mud. I had no idea you could just put it on as you go, and then cut it with your putty knife. Thanks man!
Thank you. Clear, concise, and illustrated. The advent of this technology(internet)allows us to do things quickly we could only have spent years doing otherwise, and while there is no substitute for experience, being 63, i don't have time to spend learning on my own, so these videos are priceless.
Hey Mitch, It looks like you had filled the gap in the seems and let dry before taping? Is this the case or just a factor of making these videos on a demo display?
If there is a gap it should be prefilled (per prefill video), in this case you're right it was just a factor in making the video. Thanks for checking us out. Follow our progress @ Drywallinstructiion.com!
That's a great question and I'm not sure I have the exact answer. Some can be prevented by mixing the mud well but I've also noticed it happening when I'm applying mud to a cold surface. I'm curious to see other responses and will seek out more input! Check out our progress @ Drywallinstruction.com!
I thought I did everything perfectly on my corners. The rest of the joints are fine, but the corners are blistering/loosening right where the tape meets the corner in quite a few spots. Any ideas? Not enough mud right in the corner, maybe?
@@drywallinstruction1766 Thanks. I think you're right. How think should I get the mud for taping corners? I did thin it down for the regular joints, and that explains why they turned out good.
Yes, mudding tape lol..maybe in Australia we have a few different options ,thanks for clarifying that...1 more question, Ive noticed on some other youtube videos people wet the tape first before applying, I realise its more time consuming, but if time isnt a factor is it a better "stick" to wet it first? again great videos and thanks for the reply cheers
Lightweight mud is actually what it says. The old regular All-purpose mud weighs considerably more. When you're working with it all day, lightweight is much nicer. Lightweight drywall is another great improvement
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For years I've been rolling the tape out ahead of time and even folding it prior to applying the mud. I had no idea you could just put it on as you go, and then cut it with your putty knife. Thanks man!
I'm glad this could be helpful! Check out our progress @ Drywallinstruction.com!
Thank you. Clear, concise, and illustrated. The advent of this technology(internet)allows us to do things quickly we could only have spent years doing otherwise, and while there is no substitute for experience, being 63, i don't have time to spend learning on my own, so these videos are priceless.
Agreed as to the technology, pretty cool what we can do now days! I'm glad you're finding the videos valuable!
unless the rolls of tape are different where you live ,your putting it on backwards , there is a crease in the rolls of tape
Jackj814
I thought the same thing
He's not putting it on backwards. Not all paper tape has a corner crease on it.
@@AWoodworkersLife I've been drywalling for over 20 years and have yet to see a roll of drywall tape that isn't creased.
would you recommend to put hot mud under mesh first to make sure no cracks will beer afterwards
I personally never use mesh.
Hey Mitch, It looks like you had filled the gap in the seems and let dry before taping? Is this the case or just a factor of making these videos on a demo display?
If there is a gap it should be prefilled (per prefill video), in this case you're right it was just a factor in making the video. Thanks for checking us out. Follow our progress @ Drywallinstructiion.com!
U put the tape on backwards
Thank you sir for the very informative vid. I would like to know what causes small bubbles in the mud and how to prevent that?
That's a great question and I'm not sure I have the exact answer. Some can be prevented by mixing the mud well but I've also noticed it happening when I'm applying mud to a cold surface. I'm curious to see other responses and will seek out more input! Check out our progress @ Drywallinstruction.com!
I am closing my loft to a BR. Which joints should I mud first, vertical or horizontal and why?
I've always taped flats first and angles second but it really isn't a deal breaker either way.
super huge thanks!
great videos perhaps you could add food color to your mix .......different mix different color....thank you you have helped me a great deal.......
I thought I did everything perfectly on my corners. The rest of the joints are fine, but the corners are blistering/loosening right where the tape meets the corner in quite a few spots. Any ideas? Not enough mud right in the corner, maybe?
Sounds like you didn't wet your mud down for taping.
@@drywallinstruction1766 Thanks. I think you're right. How think should I get the mud for taping corners? I did thin it down for the regular joints, and that explains why they turned out good.
@@drywallinstruction1766 Sorry, just re-watched your video and heard you talking about it. Thanks again. It's hard to retain everything at once.
@@brandonmississippi1 The same for all.
Why do you already have mud on the walls and corners when you are just starting taping?
All my videos are done in a recording room. I use the same set up more than once.
Great video"s! Quick question...what size tape do you use ? I went to the store and there's all different widths of paper tapes cheers
We're talking about mudding tape not masking tape, correct? In the drywall section you'll find 250' or 500' rolls of paper tape, approx. 2 1/2" wide.
Yes, mudding tape lol..maybe in Australia we have a few different options ,thanks for clarifying that...1 more question, Ive noticed on some other youtube videos people wet the tape first before applying, I realise its more time consuming, but if time isnt a factor is it a better "stick" to wet it first?
again great videos and thanks for the reply cheers
In my opinion it's never necessary to wet tape if you mix your taping mud to the right consistency.
Wax on, wax off.
All purpose has strength?
Thank you
You're welcome, thanks for checking us out!
Can you use masking tape as well? Or is this a special type of drywall paper tape? Thanks!
Hire someone please
Never run both sides of an angle at the same time. Never. That's how you end up with undercut.
I had an aneurysm watching this 😬😅
谢谢
lightweight mud - because it's easier on your body... what?
Lightweight mud is actually what it says. The old regular All-purpose mud weighs considerably more. When you're working with it all day, lightweight is much nicer. Lightweight drywall is another great improvement
What a mess
use a 5" knife, better than a 6".
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