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Mudding and Taping. First thing to remember is that mudding and taping is and ART form and takes PRACTICE to perfect. A reminder of tools and materials required. Trowel. Putty Knives. Mud Pan. Sanding Pad. Mudding & Taping Process. It is important to NOTE:
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First thing to remember is that mudding and taping is and ART form and takes PRACTICE to perfect
It is important to NOTE: There are several ways to apply mud and tape! We are going to focus on the “traditional” way
Starting with the mudding compound The IDEAL consistency for the mud is that of somewhere between peanutbutter and pancake batter
Step 1: Seal the Seam with mud
Step 2: Apply the tape over the seam
Step 3: Apply compound over tape
Once compound is applied over the tape, the first part of the job is done.
We then apply 2 more coats of compound over the tape – feathering it wider on each coat
Step 1: Apply compound to both sides of the corner
Step 3: Fit into the mudded corner
Step 4: Apply more compound over the tape
We then apply 2 more coats of compound over the tape – feathering it wider on each coat
Fit corner bead over corner and nail in place - Use hammer head as a guide for spacing of nails
Fit corner bead over corner and nail in place - Use hammer head as a guide for spacing of nails
Once all three coats have been sanded the room is ready to paint!
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