It's been almost 20 years since I have done any finishing and now I bought a dirt cheap house that needs total drywall hanging and finishing. I don't have the money to pay someone else to do it so I'm dusting off my old tools and watching your videos. They are helpfull with reminding me of what I forgot. I'm working on finishing my first room now and your videos have helped me a lot. Thank you for taking the time to post these. Now I just need to to stop getting mud in my hair. LOL
@spacehopperballs Easy. He's a real pro that knows how to keep mud on the wall, in the bucket and just on the tools. But rumor has it in his early days when he was a drywall finisher grasshopper, he was covered head to toe with mud.
@xXsnitchyXx Thanks for your comment. It's pretty obvious that you didn't read all of the comments before posting yours. You should start to do that. Bottom Line: Only 22% of the people is the USA are DIY'rs. For any number of reasons, they have or want to do it themselves. That's who these videos are for.
If you're a pro, I can't tell because there's not one video on your channel about *finishing drywall*, then you might want to invest your time marketing your services to the other 78%.
This is a pretty good video... i finish also... but i do mostly commercial work so your methods would take much too long for me but great for a small patch or a few boards.
@NPwrestler103 Thanks. That's the point of these videos. To show people who have never done it the basics. I know there are other methods, I just show the ones that have worked well for me. No way could I do what you do every day. I'd go insane, so I appreciate the tough work it really is.
This will come in handy this weekend! Only one question..I wanted to use 5/8 on the walls, I figured the cost is so trival it might be worth it. I now however am seeing a lot of people saying that 5/8 drywall throws off all the door and window jambs. Is this true, is it difficult to overcome that or even worth the trouble? I am also replacing the three doors in the room and the old drywall was 3/8 I don't know if that helps
@mission762008 Those people are correct. The finished wall surface should be FLUSH with the door and window jambs so the back of the casing trim contacts the window and door jambs. You can use thicker drywall and nail on thin jamb extensions to solve the problem. I prefer to offset the extensions an eighth of an inch. Furthermore, be aware that for doors the thicker the jamb extension, at some point it interferes with the door as the door opens past 90 degrees.
I just finished removing the popcorn from my ceiling and I couldn't be happier. My method involved removing the popcorn, then connecting my shop vac to my random orbital sander and giving it a quick once over to knock off the high spots. Then a quick skim coat of the entire ceiling followed by one more pass with the random orbital sander/vacuum contraption. I might not be a pro, but it looks pretty sweet, and I did it myself.
I spent 2 days doing 3 rooms in my house then got a professional to finish the rest. This man was amazing. He used a 6 inch knife for everything. He was flying through the rooms "about 12x15 ft" in about 45 minutes a piece. He had the whole 2100 sq ft house, including roof taped from 7am to noon. After lunch he came back and his first unsanded coat looked better than my 2nd sanded coat. He said in cheap spec homes he only lays one coat. It truly is a art. He used a spot light for the 3rd coat.
I have been a pro drywall finisher all my life and the secret to drywall finishing, is your tools ofcourse, but also most importantly how you mix the mud. You can finish a flat on the be coat if you mix 1 pan of water in ur mud perfectly.
Butt joints, the verticals when the drywall is hung horizontally, is roughly the same with a wider spread of mud to taper the height of the tape to the wall to give the impression that the wall is smooth. I use a 14" knife for the butt joints, makes it easier to get wide spread on either side of the tape. Butt joints are harder than recessed joints but with practice they are just as easy. Also learn how to flex the knife to ride hard on one side to feather and leave high on the other.
Even after years of doing this if I don't do taping and finishing for a year or so I have to relearn the "touch" all over - drywallers do it all the time so it's automatic with them. I dont mind doing remodel and handyman work but no way would full time drywall finishing be my career of choice - it's hard to do it right and people that do it don't get the credit they deserve on a good job.
@irich62 Thanks for your comment. I hate to burst your bubble, but in *my* opinion, your comment is of no value. I went to your channel and there's not one video there of you showing us what you know. I'm constantly amazed at comments like yours. Do you think all of us won't immediately click to your channel to see how good you are, or in this case, aren't?
@irich62 Tim has a lot of useful videos on YouTube that have helped me and many other people. You have zero. Quit polluting the Internet with negativity that only discourage people from helping others. Thanks
dude you are just like a genuinly awesome explainer and an awesome teacher, your shit is soooo easy to follow, and it all makes sense, no fancy words, etc. thank you.
the most important part to make a wall smooth is sanding, and yes sanding between coats wont do any harm. understand the seems / screw holes / imperfection areas.... remember the locations sand as if you are an artist ... and dont be afraid to get paint on the wall... get the f'in paint on the wall.
spacklepro..............wow, hats off for doing this stuff for 37 years! I am working on a 1000' basement and just finished the second coat like this video shows. I can see I have some sanding to do before the 3rd goes down. I can not wait untill I start painting on the primer!
just some advice, not knocking anyone, apply mud horizontally, work into your mud , mud has diffrent consistences for each coat,, from 150 grit to 220 grit for sand paper,overall a decent video on the basics!
i had the same question as darcy about the outside corners. Can you please explain that I have tried adding small amounts of jounit compound and sanding but that seems really inefficient and im sure there must be a better way. Thanx for your vids!!
I`m ready to start mudding. How does a guy properly install round corner bead on a 90 degree outside corner? Where two ouside round corner beads meet one another, there is a gap. Can a guy cut the corner bead on a 22.5 degree angle and have them meet without any gaps?? Its either that or try to finish the mud in a round fashion to contour the same as the corner bead itself. Need help quick, starting to mud tonight or tomorrow, thanks!!!!
Is there an advantage of wetting the tape first before applying? As for the negative responses from the so called pro`s, Yes Pro`s can have the homeowner painting in two days for a bigger cost out of pocket. I`ve drywalled before and if time isn`t a factor, save yourself money and DIY! The trick I found was: If you don`t like to sand... Knock off the high spots and make everything smooth before it sets up!
Oh, not at all! Go look at many of my videos and you'll see debates going on. My Comment Policy on my channel page is *very* clear: Comments *must* add value. Go read my Comment Policy.
You should just ignore the negative comments. I do like how you move along quickly in your series. In these days there's no need for censorship. For every person way say a bad, others are going to come along and say something good...it's just life balance. I don't think comments should be deleted from a youtube forum. What do you constitute as "add value"...only what you agree with?
Simple. Someone can leave a comment that mentions something not covered in the video. But negative comments that just say (for example), "You're a hack." or "You're full of _ _ _ _." don't add any value. If a person thinks they have a better method, more to say I feel they should use their channel as intended - To POST videos. YouTube is not primarily a forum. If that's what you want, then participate in one. YouTube is for posting videos. Let your video say what you feel.
You must have to delete a lot of comments from some "I can do it better than you" so called tradesman. I have found your videos very informative and respect your broad knowledge. Being a builder myself and have picked up some good tips from your videos.
Thanks for your comment. I delete comments according to my Comment Policy on the front page of my channel. Those comments that don't add value get the axe, and yes, there are quite a few from *tradesman* who seem to have lots to say but can't seem to take the time to tape their own videos. We call them jealous faceless haters here on YouTube.
when watching the drywalling on here everyone in US use boardknifes does anyone ever use trowls in the US? and are all your coats sandable. Over here in australia we only use 1 sandable compound and thats the top coat.
I for one have never used a trowel for finishing drywall and have never seen it practiced in the us. the only time ive used a trowel was for plaster patching.
We usually use one base coat of what we call "45" which you mix by hand and it sets up in 45 minutes. we then come back with the second and final coat in lightweight (sandable)spackle. THE "45" come with the name "easy sand" but its next to impossible to sand.
I'm using joint compound on seams for the first time. I made a rookie mistake and only used one coat of mud and sanded this before priming. Obviously, it didn't turn out too well. I haven't painted yet, what are your thoughts on doing a 2nd and 3rd coat of compound over the primer and then re-priming the problem area?
Thanks for your prompt reply, yes, the current coat is a little too high and my main concern right now is that you can see a "ridge" between the mud and the drywall in some areas (I thought the primer would cover those areas more). I will need to sand it all down it sounds like, I used sand textured primer, what grit would you recommend in this case?
are you not all arguing over some filler get a reall job like me I'm a carpenter, now thats a profession Ha Ha. Seriously though if you practice something long enough and take pride in what you do I truly believe anybody can do anything they want good original video who cares what people think
Thanks for your comment. I agree to a point. I had an employee who tried for ten years to do drywall work. He was never able to get close to mastering it. He just didn't have the hand-eye coordination that's necessary. He was also a so-so carpenter after all that time. Some people just can't do things.
Very good video ...& those so called pro ..are not worth the $..most of these pro are crooked & charge what they can get away with ...I rather do the work myself & do it better than the pro ..
haha im a drywall finisher and the apprenticeship is 3 years. every person out there thinks they would be able to tape and texture and make it look good. this guy on this video does it all wrong first of all and i would give you 1000 dollars if you finished a house better than i could. trust me its not as easy as it seems. it is truly an art and takes years to master.
I almost deleted your comment, but decided it had great value. You validate everything I show in the video and my replies to comments. If your trade thinks it takes at least 6,000 hours of practice to become proficient, I'm on board with that. Some people can pick up the technique quickly, others simply don't have the coordination. Be careful who you bet. patmelji didn't say a word about speed. He was talking finished quality. He/she may not care it takes 3 times longer than you.
First coat over tape never hump to sand.Once mud is applied smoothly ,wipe the edge`s of the mud with the edge of the tool(trowel).Push the mud toward the recess. Wipe through the mud smoothly until desired affect.(No sand flat on first coat)Planning on posting some tips soon.
My comment has no lack of understanding, and actually my first attempt at putting the fill coat was not alot worse. I leaned from profesionals. I am sorry that you feel that I am rude. Also I don't and will not put up videos of how to finish drywall, if you want to see what I can do, hire me.
Thanks, your reply was exactly what I expected. The Court of Public Opinion will have their ruling soon. If you don't hear from them in your defense, that's akin to getting the life behind bars. Unfortunately you're one of many workers who don't understand how this media works. What a shame because if you had a different attitude, you'd have people begging you to come work for them.
I am a profesional finisher. There is no need at all to sand between coats of mud, unless of coarse you are a total hack. Save yourself time, money and a big headache just hire a pro!
I almost deleted your comment, because at first blush it adds virtually no value. But just before I clicked the Remove link, I decided to allow it. Your comment demonstrates a total lack of understanding. Not everyone wants to hire a pro. Your first attempt at second coating was far worse than this video. It took you years to develop skills. This method I show is for DIY'rs that don't mind the extra sanding step. Your comment also shows how rude you are. What a shame.
also i would recomend using a flat paint if it's your first time finishing drywall. Flat paint tends to show less of the imperfections as opposed to a eggshell or semigloss.
And tell us Mr. Pro all about your first six months on the job. Which of the two were you? Because there was no way out of the gate you were delivering professional results. No DIYr is going to be like a pro, but they often have something I see increasingly lacking in pros today: passion about quality. Much of the *pro* work I see is just get-it-done.
thats ok,,,but he isn't a taper. Also try, after you have put on tape, first coat with a 8" knife, sand, 2nd coat with a 10" or 12" knife, then very light sanding.
One thing you forgot to mention, how important it is to clean your pan a lot. Any little bits of dried mud or trash can make it impossible to do a good skim coat.
You must work in a location with low humidity. I've never really had that issue. The trick is just to keep the mud mixed in the pan so the edges don't dry or work a little faster so you have fresh mud in the pan. But I agree, those dried pieces of mud can be pesky!
Well....I've read all the comments and come to the conclusion that the pros don't want ANYONE thinking that they can do this themselves. Why would they? I just finished my basement and IMO finishing drywall is a very difficult job and an amateur will spend a tremendous amount of time doing the job right. The pro's will do it fast. HOWEVER, it is not impossible for an amateur to do this job and get "professional looking" results. You just better be ready for a lot of learning and hard work.
I have to agree with kc1371. Of all the building trades (and I've done most of them) this is the one that requires an "Artist's" hand. It requires practice. You can get professional results on your first job, as long as you know you will be getting all of your "practice" on your first job!
I have a 2380 sq ft basement and my wife thinks I need to finish the whole thing... and she expects me to do it myself. Can't afford to hire it out, but WOW.... just the thought of it. I've been working on it 3 months now... WOW!!!!! Somebody shoot me! hahaha...
Practice on scrap drywall till you get the hang of it.
You mud over cornerbead. No need to clean it so long as it is clean from the store. Watch many of my other Drywall videos. Read all of my columns at my website for tricks.
Hi I am currently in the process of sanding my drywall but I primed one wall to see what it would look like. I am no pleased with the result because you can see an indentation of where the seam is. Did I sand it too much? Or, did I not put enough coats on? This is so frustrating to me because we worked so hard to put this drywall up and I don't want it to be ruined by seeing all the seams. Can you shed some light on what you think I may have done wrong? Thanks
Put a straight edge across the seam at night. Use a flashlight at a low angle to illuminate the area. If the seam is low, light will be seen under the tool. If the seam is high, the tool will pivot on the high spot. Either way it's easy to fix. Watch my video again....
Good tip, never heard about leaving the hump in the middle. Thats a good trick. I'm no expert, but it takes me a lot of joint compound to make my sheet rock jobs come out nice. Lots and lots of it and sanding to get it perfect. I am getting better, but I hate doing it. If you love it, come on over for my next project! :)
I have been a pro for 15 years and I DO sand with a pole between coats. This is a helpful video for homeowners-maybe you could learn something from it!
Finally the cavalry arrived!! Where have you been????? :-> Thanks for posting. I love doing drywall this way. I get the best results doing the sanding after the second coat. As you know, we are not talking heavy sanding, just knocking off that lip mark from the knife. Thanks again!
1. pro,s dont use broad knifes we use trawls or if u machine tape a box for coating. 2. dont sand your joint till your final coat aka skim coat, simply scrape your lines and bubbles out with your tapers knife. 3. make sure u have no edges 4. your final coat overlaps ur second coat by aprx half inch 5 LEAVE IT TO THE PROS AND GET IT DONE RIGHT
What a sad day. Why would you make a blanket statement like that? I know many pro finishers that use broad knives. When you make statements like yours, it tends to show ignorance of the real facts.
As a taper that worked with many other tapers from across the country I can confirm that majority use trawls and not knives. Taping is HARD and your DIY audience will NOT get "pro" results with your tips, it's look like mess and they will end up calling a contractor. Taping is a fine art like woodworking and 100 second video lesson is not anywhere near "pro" results.
Thanks for your comment. Unless you can back up your statement with facts, no one will give them much credibility. Taping is not hard. I'll bet that your first taped seam didn't look like the ones you do now. It was no doubt a mess. As you practiced, you got better. What makes you think the same results can't be achieved by someone else? You're in denial if you think that others can't do what you do - especially anyone with determination, diligence and discipline.
DIYer here. Thanks for putting up such an informative video. (Well, all your videos now that I think of it.) I followed your technique on my ceiling which yielded great results. Even after a coat of semi-gloss paint, the patch was not noticeable. Not bad for a beginner eh? :)
I would have to agree that there are many different ways to do something and get the same results. I have been taping drywall and I have been putting 4 coats on and not sanding in between. Only minimal sanding at the end, and I have been doing wet sanding, that is giving me a really smooth finish.
No worries. I would not be interested in working for you for any number of reasons. Have you ever wondered why there are so many different car models? Ford, Chevy, Toyota, Honda, Mercedes Benz, etc. They all do the same thing - get you from point A to B. There doesn't have to be just one way to finish drywall. And remember, a homeowner needs a method they can do and get pro results. They don't have seventeen years.
homeowners think that drywall is a piece of cake, then when they discover that they can't do it, they called us (proffesional drywall man) and they want us to fix it for a miserable price, this upsets me a lot!!!, I hope this videos will help them understand
I found this video very informational. I am finishing my basement right now, first time ever doing all of this, stud walls, insulation, electrical, lighting, and I'm at the stage of drywall. I really want to learn how to do it, and want it to turn out well. Thank you very much for the information.
Any drywall finisher that tells you it is not a skill or an art than whatever you do DO NOT hire them. The other contrsuction trades fasten things like windows, trim, studs, pipes, wires. We actually create and build a surface on the sheetrock so the painter has a canvass.
I placed a trowel and a broadknife in a new house and layed them down side by side. They just sit there and didn't move. LOL The tools speed depends on the people using them. I'm 100% convinced if you run your seems faster with a trowel than a broadknife than you don't know how to use a broadknife. It doesnt matter though as long as it looks good when they paint and you meet the job schedule than who cares.
my dad has finished for 35 years and me for 15 he has only used a hawk and trowl and hates a broadknife. I used a trowel for about 4 years and there is pros and cons for both.I think the trowl is quicker but the broadknife is way more agile and slick and almost as fast
I use a ten when i do it by hand but i just usually use the box witch is way faster and im good at so.... how you but the secound coat on it would have taken you forever if you put it on like that
the 'secret' to drywall is NOT to have a hump... the less sanding as possible is the goal... if it is done right from the beginning.. i dont understand why so many tapers use a 'broadknife'... i use a halwk and trowel.. have you ever seen a stucco guy use a broad knife?... a trowel is quicker and does a better job...
Thanks for your comment. Different people have different techniques. I am sure you still end up with a slight hump and then sand. I couldnt agree more that the hump should be slight. Please use your channel for its intended purpose. Tape a series of videos where you share *your* methods.
Thanks! Be sure you always rate the videos you like (see the red stars under the video?) and *never* hesitate to send a comment to the people at YouTube telling them what channels you think are best. Rest assured they READ all comments.
this guy is like a rain maker. Does he really think he knows what he's talking about? What a crock.this guy is like a get rich quick scheme or something. plaster and drywall is an artsitic gift, it can't be learned by everyone. this is like taking medical advice from someone who is not a doctor. -very bad advice
Joe, thanks for your comment! I went to your channel and was disappointed. No description of who you are, no videos, no anything. How do you expect other YouTubers, including myself, to place any value in your comments? My methods are time tested. Take your energy and invest it in sharing your knowledge via videos. Show us what you know.
plaster and drywall is not an artistic gift anybody anywhere can do whatever they want like an expert if they are instructed correctly and perform a task as it has been
demonstrated to them im 26 years old and never touched a broad knife till i was 21 and have renovated many homes with results professional realtors ohh and ahh over just by paying attention to instructions and learning the proper way to do things by others and by trial and error
I agree, it is not an artistic gift. Of course, some people may be better than others at it, but almost anything can be learned by almost anybody, either from direct teaching, or by observing and learning that way. As long as the person is motivated enough and is prepared to persevere and put in effort, there is no reason why they can't succeed at anything. (physical strength permitting)
my background in dw finishing,since u asked askthebuilder,is i started off spot finishing screws and learning how to mix the mud and cleaning the tools,as i said prior it takes about a year of full time finishing~every day~to learn what u r posting,and make it look right..and yes im a dw finisher ~contractor~
It is very obvious you are not looking at this objectively. If someone wants to learn, why not expose them to the methods? Your advice seems to be, "This is too hard. You can't do this. You must let a pro do it." That is simply unacceptable in this situation. Now, if you were talking installing a new air conditioner, I would agree 100%.
Your right on the money. It takes a year just to get the basics not to get realy good,some people never get it.When I look for guitar tips on you tube I go to skynyrd, not some garage band.
Thanks for the comment! I have written about what you say at my website. Some simply do not have the necessary hand-eye coordination. Soon you will see an entire series on all aspects of drywall finishing on my channel. They will show but one way to achieve smooth walls.
well,regarding captain,obviously you should NEVER take instruction ~just~from videos,have someone who knows the trade help,or just buk up the cash and let the pro's do it,imo the latter is better,but i do know guys who learn on there own,and even they are very willing to spend the exra cash to let us pro's do it,because it takes them too long..
I have nothing against professionals. Read what I say at my website. Seventy-eight percent of homeowners hire them or try to find *real* ones. I help them do that. But what about the other 22 percent? What about young people who want to learn? Your advice is one of scarcity. My philosophy is abundance.
why would I be posting a video? I am trying to get tips on doing drywall, I have no interest in making a video. I don't even know what my channel is?what does that mean?I'm just looking for some good tips....now I need to have the damage you caused me fixed.
Now it makes sense why you messed up your drywall. Thanks for posting this follow up comment. I also suggest you go get a copy of the Gypsum Construction Handbook. It is the Bible of the industry. You will quickly discover everything I say in this video is 100 percent accurate. Your drywall is in sad shape because you need more practice. Watch my video again and start practicing.
Thanks for your comment. I went to your channel to see a video of the damage, and nothing is there. Are you telling the truth? Please consider spending your time making your own videos so we can see what you know. Because you have no videos up, none of us believe your comments. They ring very hollow. Sorry!
the reason why i am so adament against this,is ive seen people spend thousands tryin to do there own drywall,all for naught,let the pro's do it people~trust me~k im done ,and once again im sorry ,just had to help the general public....
Do you drywall finishing for a living? I can't tell from your channel as you are invisible there. No videos and no real name or who you are. Can you tell us how your *first* taping job looked? Can you please share with us exactly how clumsy you looked when you *first* applied your second coat of mud over a taped seam? Please be honest.
sorry if i came off rude( askthebuilder)its just that ive seen way too many novices attempt dw finishing and ,no matter what you post,as ealier posters have said dw finishing is more of an art ,its not to be taught in a clasrroom setting,stik w carpentry,electrical,plumbing,ect..and btw i DO appreciate ur efforts though..
Thanks again for your comments. I just went to your channel once again and you have no videos. Now it makes sense. You don't want people to learn. You don't want to share your knowledge. Time is going to settle our little debate. Something tells me people like it when they get great helpful information for free.
oh and another thing,i always laugh when les say hometime or another primetime tv show tries to teach novices how to finsh drywall,ill bet you anyhting they have been sued for it`hehe just a guess~
You said to ask, so I will. I went to your channel and you have no uploaded videos of your own. Tape (no pun) videos of your own showing all of us your method...... Teach us. YouTube is not a written forum, it is a place of *videos*........ :-)
ask the builder,the problem is~though ur intentions are good~your process of applying the mud is wrong,lol even ur tape coat was humped,having been a drywall finisher for 15 yrs,i agree totally w innvahud`you cant teach drywall finishing on video,it takes at least a yr of full timie finishing to get it right.. ;)
Dont do drywall yourself. Unless your broke you should hire a local journyman and the results will pay for themselves. People think taping drywall is simple but it is not. It takes years to perfect.
innovahud - Sounds like you have a vested interest. What about people who can't afford to hire a pro? I disagree with your position. You and I and others who can do it need to make videos to show people how. With practice, many will develop the skill. Start making videos like I am. Share!
The easiest method is to whip up the compound in a bucket. and roll it over the tape with a paint roller. Following the direction of the tape and wiping it off tightly will give the do-it-yourselfer a very good-tight skim coat with minimal sanding. Add approximately 1 cup or a dab more water to an entire bucket of compound, and mix only with a drill.
this aint roller man richard is it? I worked for northwest drywall in hickory with a guy that done that,I didnt approve over hand finnishing but it was creative
tim can you show us the proper way of mixing joint compound, im a novice and when I mix the mud it always seems to be too soft or too hard or sometimes il even get craters, does temperature have anything to do with this?help
Great idea. I will do this soon for you. Temperature is usually not an issue. As for your craters, it sounds like you have not blended the mud well. Are you using a paddle mixer on the end of a drill? If not, you should. The mud should be the consistency of cake icing or Cool Whip.
In regards to craters try this tecjnique. For starter when skimmimg pull from right to left as far as one stroke will take you, than go from left to right as far as your stroke will take you, THAN repeat and swipe fast. Swiping fast in long strokes will remove the pocks.ALWAYS stroke into the wet ..meaning start at one corner and pull, than at the opposite corner and go "into the wet.
I'm a professional drywall finisher and I really liked your tips.If everyone follows them,I will be in business for along time to come.Thanks for keeping me busy.
You are most welcome! Please do all of us a favor and share your drywall finishing tips. That is what makes YouTube so great. We all look forward to your videos that show your great skill.
Great video but sanding for "shape" is a labor intensive bad idea, not a secret. This video is wrong. The secret is how the finisher feathers the required surface when required. I've made seams straight-edge flat and without sanding it down to be that way.
With all due respect, the video is *right*. Most people are not experts, and will need to sand at some point(s) during the process. My guess is your first drywall finishing jobs were not done the way you do it now. I am sure you have sanded drywall. Your distaste for the sanding process made you learn a new way. Why not use your YouTube channel in a positive way and tape a video showing the world how you do it.
Great video! I have a problem taping corners, any tutorials about that in the works? Another trick that eludes me is when replacing drywall on the walls, but leaving the existing drywall ceiling, and finishing/taping the new wall edge to the existing ceiling .
Thanks! I have an entire series of short videos about every aspect of hanging and finishing drywall in the works. Be sure to subscribe and you will see them. The key to adding new to existing drywall is using a 12-inch knife to really feather out corners or flat seams.
Thanks for this, man! Drywalling my first room ever and your video sets itself apart by being comprehensive and efficient.
theater42 6 months ago
can you put tiles on a quarter inch drywall wall?
wangbungal 6 months ago
It's been almost 20 years since I have done any finishing and now I bought a dirt cheap house that needs total drywall hanging and finishing. I don't have the money to pay someone else to do it so I'm dusting off my old tools and watching your videos. They are helpfull with reminding me of what I forgot. I'm working on finishing my first room now and your videos have helped me a lot. Thank you for taking the time to post these. Now I just need to to stop getting mud in my hair. LOL
casketmaker147 10 months ago
How come he's so clean? :-)
spacehopperballs 1 year ago
@spacehopperballs Easy. He's a real pro that knows how to keep mud on the wall, in the bucket and just on the tools. But rumor has it in his early days when he was a drywall finisher grasshopper, he was covered head to toe with mud.
AsktheBuilder 1 year ago 3
the biggest secret in drywall finishing is ,,,EMPLOY A PROFESSIONAL
xXsnitchyXx 1 year ago
@xXsnitchyXx Thanks for your comment. It's pretty obvious that you didn't read all of the comments before posting yours. You should start to do that. Bottom Line: Only 22% of the people is the USA are DIY'rs. For any number of reasons, they have or want to do it themselves. That's who these videos are for.
If you're a pro, I can't tell because there's not one video on your channel about *finishing drywall*, then you might want to invest your time marketing your services to the other 78%.
AsktheBuilder 1 year ago
This is a pretty good video... i finish also... but i do mostly commercial work so your methods would take much too long for me but great for a small patch or a few boards.
NPwrestler103 1 year ago
@NPwrestler103 Thanks. That's the point of these videos. To show people who have never done it the basics. I know there are other methods, I just show the ones that have worked well for me. No way could I do what you do every day. I'd go insane, so I appreciate the tough work it really is.
AsktheBuilder 1 year ago
Oh yeah your video is great! A 10" or 12" is a must when you are applying
drywall compound. Most owners use a 6" and frustration sets in thier heads
and they about give up.
sfaster 1 year ago
I got it down where I don't sand! Of course I've been a finish/taper for over 45yrs.
Except corners (metal) I use my pole sander............
sfaster 1 year ago
This will come in handy this weekend! Only one question..I wanted to use 5/8 on the walls, I figured the cost is so trival it might be worth it. I now however am seeing a lot of people saying that 5/8 drywall throws off all the door and window jambs. Is this true, is it difficult to overcome that or even worth the trouble? I am also replacing the three doors in the room and the old drywall was 3/8 I don't know if that helps
mission762008 1 year ago
@mission762008 Those people are correct. The finished wall surface should be FLUSH with the door and window jambs so the back of the casing trim contacts the window and door jambs. You can use thicker drywall and nail on thin jamb extensions to solve the problem. I prefer to offset the extensions an eighth of an inch. Furthermore, be aware that for doors the thicker the jamb extension, at some point it interferes with the door as the door opens past 90 degrees.
AsktheBuilder 1 year ago
I am a drywaller. This guy has solid tips for DIY guys.
SouthernWhiteTrash 1 year ago
I just finished removing the popcorn from my ceiling and I couldn't be happier. My method involved removing the popcorn, then connecting my shop vac to my random orbital sander and giving it a quick once over to knock off the high spots. Then a quick skim coat of the entire ceiling followed by one more pass with the random orbital sander/vacuum contraption. I might not be a pro, but it looks pretty sweet, and I did it myself.
kendigjl 1 year ago
you forgot to show them to pull the mud from the angle and to nock down the egdes to give it a more gradual transition man not detailed at all.
regtreglow 1 year ago
I spent 2 days doing 3 rooms in my house then got a professional to finish the rest. This man was amazing. He used a 6 inch knife for everything. He was flying through the rooms "about 12x15 ft" in about 45 minutes a piece. He had the whole 2100 sq ft house, including roof taped from 7am to noon. After lunch he came back and his first unsanded coat looked better than my 2nd sanded coat. He said in cheap spec homes he only lays one coat. It truly is a art. He used a spot light for the 3rd coat.
foxacoustics 1 year ago
I have been a pro drywall finisher all my life and the secret to drywall finishing, is your tools ofcourse, but also most importantly how you mix the mud. You can finish a flat on the be coat if you mix 1 pan of water in ur mud perfectly.
coffeymeister17 1 year ago
I think , with the machines you can make you job better and easy .
MRCANADIAN2000E10 1 year ago
any tips on doing vertical mudding?
monbagsik 2 years ago
Butt joints, the verticals when the drywall is hung horizontally, is roughly the same with a wider spread of mud to taper the height of the tape to the wall to give the impression that the wall is smooth. I use a 14" knife for the butt joints, makes it easier to get wide spread on either side of the tape. Butt joints are harder than recessed joints but with practice they are just as easy. Also learn how to flex the knife to ride hard on one side to feather and leave high on the other.
rhblakeman 2 years ago
it just never goes as well as it does on video. LOL
iamchas 2 years ago
That's because you have to practice. Surely you don't think I was any good the first, second or third times I had the tools in my hands?
AsktheBuilder 2 years ago
Even after years of doing this if I don't do taping and finishing for a year or so I have to relearn the "touch" all over - drywallers do it all the time so it's automatic with them. I dont mind doing remodel and handyman work but no way would full time drywall finishing be my career of choice - it's hard to do it right and people that do it don't get the credit they deserve on a good job.
rhblakeman 2 years ago
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irich62 1 year ago
@irich62 Thanks for your comment. I hate to burst your bubble, but in *my* opinion, your comment is of no value. I went to your channel and there's not one video there of you showing us what you know. I'm constantly amazed at comments like yours. Do you think all of us won't immediately click to your channel to see how good you are, or in this case, aren't?
AsktheBuilder 1 year ago 4
@irich62 Tim has a lot of useful videos on YouTube that have helped me and many other people. You have zero. Quit polluting the Internet with negativity that only discourage people from helping others. Thanks
wardogtg 1 year ago
thanks thats what i was looking for
ju197421j 2 years ago
LOL i suck at doing this crap i would be emberised to show my work on you tube... By the way very nice work?
Usernameinvalid16 2 years ago
very nice work just got done doing some work and it really helped thanks.
nativenew1 2 years ago
dude you are just like a genuinly awesome explainer and an awesome teacher, your shit is soooo easy to follow, and it all makes sense, no fancy words, etc. thank you.
brenyboy26 2 years ago 2
>>>I always tried to get it flat from the first two coats. I had no idea you had to leave the hump until sanding. Thanks!
joncoppola28 2 years ago 2
the most important part to make a wall smooth is sanding, and yes sanding between coats wont do any harm. understand the seems / screw holes / imperfection areas.... remember the locations sand as if you are an artist ... and dont be afraid to get paint on the wall... get the f'in paint on the wall.
artificer101 2 years ago
I think it is so expensive
anrosetoni 2 years ago
of all the tips on diy, yours are the most trusted . thanks for sharing.
tozirmoroo 2 years ago 3
Thanks for the kind words!
AsktheBuilder 2 years ago
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spacklepro 2 years ago
Perhaps your best quality is your modesty.....
AsktheBuilder 2 years ago
spacklepro..............wow, hats off for doing this stuff for 37 years! I am working on a 1000' basement and just finished the second coat like this video shows. I can see I have some sanding to do before the 3rd goes down. I can not wait untill I start painting on the primer!
I look forward to your video's too.
peace
ScienceLayman 2 years ago
YEAH!
Myfaceisonfirenow 2 years ago
just some advice, not knocking anyone, apply mud horizontally, work into your mud , mud has diffrent consistences for each coat,, from 150 grit to 220 grit for sand paper,overall a decent video on the basics!
shawnrocks76 2 years ago
after you set the heavy set coat and sand the bump its ready for paint? correct
Aguilaz4ever 2 years ago
There is a good chance the answer is yes. It depends how well you feathered the edges.
AsktheBuilder 2 years ago
i had the same question as darcy about the outside corners. Can you please explain that I have tried adding small amounts of jounit compound and sanding but that seems really inefficient and im sure there must be a better way. Thanx for your vids!!
Brandon6453 2 years ago
I`m ready to start mudding. How does a guy properly install round corner bead on a 90 degree outside corner? Where two ouside round corner beads meet one another, there is a gap. Can a guy cut the corner bead on a 22.5 degree angle and have them meet without any gaps?? Its either that or try to finish the mud in a round fashion to contour the same as the corner bead itself. Need help quick, starting to mud tonight or tomorrow, thanks!!!!
darcy32171 2 years ago
A very nice vid - it does do justice to delete the crap comments - I dont understand why everyone does not grrom their comments as effciently
I like the tips on the equipment at the beginning
mojo8210 2 years ago 2
Yes, I do indeed have to groom comments. Some people here on YouTube really get whipped up into a froth about certain videos.
AsktheBuilder 2 years ago
Is there an advantage of wetting the tape first before applying? As for the negative responses from the so called pro`s, Yes Pro`s can have the homeowner painting in two days for a bigger cost out of pocket. I`ve drywalled before and if time isn`t a factor, save yourself money and DIY! The trick I found was: If you don`t like to sand... Knock off the high spots and make everything smooth before it sets up!
darcy32171 2 years ago
The Gypsum Construction Handbook - the Bible of the Drywall Industry - does not recommend it.
AsktheBuilder 2 years ago
Nice video series. Makes you want to go out a remodel a house :-).
californiaquake86 2 years ago
So, basically anyone who doesn't agree with you or sing your praises you delete their comments. Right?
randalltodd 2 years ago
Oh, not at all! Go look at many of my videos and you'll see debates going on. My Comment Policy on my channel page is *very* clear: Comments *must* add value. Go read my Comment Policy.
AsktheBuilder 2 years ago
You should just ignore the negative comments. I do like how you move along quickly in your series. In these days there's no need for censorship. For every person way say a bad, others are going to come along and say something good...it's just life balance. I don't think comments should be deleted from a youtube forum. What do you constitute as "add value"...only what you agree with?
Caribbeanprincess1 2 years ago
Simple. Someone can leave a comment that mentions something not covered in the video. But negative comments that just say (for example), "You're a hack." or "You're full of _ _ _ _." don't add any value. If a person thinks they have a better method, more to say I feel they should use their channel as intended - To POST videos. YouTube is not primarily a forum. If that's what you want, then participate in one. YouTube is for posting videos. Let your video say what you feel.
AsktheBuilder 2 years ago
You must have to delete a lot of comments from some "I can do it better than you" so called tradesman. I have found your videos very informative and respect your broad knowledge. Being a builder myself and have picked up some good tips from your videos.
Nebrox 2 years ago
Thanks for your comment. I delete comments according to my Comment Policy on the front page of my channel. Those comments that don't add value get the axe, and yes, there are quite a few from *tradesman* who seem to have lots to say but can't seem to take the time to tape their own videos. We call them jealous faceless haters here on YouTube.
AsktheBuilder 2 years ago
we skim the board in europe with finishing plaster
bigjonnyjon 2 years ago
do you have USG gypsum board there or what? is it not paper faced or something?
SucceedsAtWill 2 years ago
when watching the drywalling on here everyone in US use boardknifes does anyone ever use trowls in the US? and are all your coats sandable. Over here in australia we only use 1 sandable compound and thats the top coat.
menaceonlegs87 2 years ago
I for one have never used a trowel for finishing drywall and have never seen it practiced in the us. the only time ive used a trowel was for plaster patching.
We usually use one base coat of what we call "45" which you mix by hand and it sets up in 45 minutes. we then come back with the second and final coat in lightweight (sandable)spackle. THE "45" come with the name "easy sand" but its next to impossible to sand.
deezenutsbiatch 2 years ago
i prefer the trowel... easier on the hands and in some cases more control.
CCCConstruction 2 years ago
What a great video!
mikeylee2001 2 years ago
I'm using joint compound on seams for the first time. I made a rookie mistake and only used one coat of mud and sanded this before priming. Obviously, it didn't turn out too well. I haven't painted yet, what are your thoughts on doing a 2nd and 3rd coat of compound over the primer and then re-priming the problem area?
vulturized 2 years ago
I have no issues so long as the current coat is not too HIGH. If it is, then you need to sand off the excess. You can sand right through the paint.
AsktheBuilder 2 years ago
Thanks for your prompt reply, yes, the current coat is a little too high and my main concern right now is that you can see a "ridge" between the mud and the drywall in some areas (I thought the primer would cover those areas more). I will need to sand it all down it sounds like, I used sand textured primer, what grit would you recommend in this case?
vulturized 2 years ago
are you not all arguing over some filler get a reall job like me I'm a carpenter, now thats a profession Ha Ha. Seriously though if you practice something long enough and take pride in what you do I truly believe anybody can do anything they want good original video who cares what people think
phgt40 2 years ago
Thanks for your comment. I agree to a point. I had an employee who tried for ten years to do drywall work. He was never able to get close to mastering it. He just didn't have the hand-eye coordination that's necessary. He was also a so-so carpenter after all that time. Some people just can't do things.
AsktheBuilder 2 years ago
Very good video ...& those so called pro ..are not worth the $..most of these pro are crooked & charge what they can get away with ...I rather do the work myself & do it better than the pro ..
patmelji 2 years ago
haha im a drywall finisher and the apprenticeship is 3 years. every person out there thinks they would be able to tape and texture and make it look good. this guy on this video does it all wrong first of all and i would give you 1000 dollars if you finished a house better than i could. trust me its not as easy as it seems. it is truly an art and takes years to master.
shitfacedsumbitch 2 years ago
I almost deleted your comment, but decided it had great value. You validate everything I show in the video and my replies to comments. If your trade thinks it takes at least 6,000 hours of practice to become proficient, I'm on board with that. Some people can pick up the technique quickly, others simply don't have the coordination. Be careful who you bet. patmelji didn't say a word about speed. He was talking finished quality. He/she may not care it takes 3 times longer than you.
AsktheBuilder 2 years ago
First coat over tape never hump to sand.Once mud is applied smoothly ,wipe the edge`s of the mud with the edge of the tool(trowel).Push the mud toward the recess. Wipe through the mud smoothly until desired affect.(No sand flat on first coat)Planning on posting some tips soon.
amandadelano 2 years ago
Hawk and trowel all the way. 12in. trowel for the block and skim. Flat on first coat ,easy 4 me.I may be the most talented pro on earth.
amandadelano 2 years ago
....and surey the most humble.
AsktheBuilder 2 years ago
My comment has no lack of understanding, and actually my first attempt at putting the fill coat was not alot worse. I leaned from profesionals. I am sorry that you feel that I am rude. Also I don't and will not put up videos of how to finish drywall, if you want to see what I can do, hire me.
bigdaddyshank 2 years ago
Thanks, your reply was exactly what I expected. The Court of Public Opinion will have their ruling soon. If you don't hear from them in your defense, that's akin to getting the life behind bars. Unfortunately you're one of many workers who don't understand how this media works. What a shame because if you had a different attitude, you'd have people begging you to come work for them.
AsktheBuilder 2 years ago
I am a profesional finisher. There is no need at all to sand between coats of mud, unless of coarse you are a total hack. Save yourself time, money and a big headache just hire a pro!
bigdaddyshank 2 years ago
I almost deleted your comment, because at first blush it adds virtually no value. But just before I clicked the Remove link, I decided to allow it. Your comment demonstrates a total lack of understanding. Not everyone wants to hire a pro. Your first attempt at second coating was far worse than this video. It took you years to develop skills. This method I show is for DIY'rs that don't mind the extra sanding step. Your comment also shows how rude you are. What a shame.
AsktheBuilder 2 years ago
also i would recomend using a flat paint if it's your first time finishing drywall. Flat paint tends to show less of the imperfections as opposed to a eggshell or semigloss.
deezenutsbiatch 2 years ago
And tell us Mr. Pro all about your first six months on the job. Which of the two were you? Because there was no way out of the gate you were delivering professional results. No DIYr is going to be like a pro, but they often have something I see increasingly lacking in pros today: passion about quality. Much of the *pro* work I see is just get-it-done.
AsktheBuilder 2 years ago
well to all the diyers cheap, fast, or good pick 2 of those thats why we are pros.
sapotech101 2 years ago
thank y for the inf.
shawlove30 2 years ago
thats ok,,,but he isn't a taper. Also try, after you have put on tape, first coat with a 8" knife, sand, 2nd coat with a 10" or 12" knife, then very light sanding.
scottymac702 2 years ago
One thing you forgot to mention, how important it is to clean your pan a lot. Any little bits of dried mud or trash can make it impossible to do a good skim coat.
jerami101 3 years ago
You must work in a location with low humidity. I've never really had that issue. The trick is just to keep the mud mixed in the pan so the edges don't dry or work a little faster so you have fresh mud in the pan. But I agree, those dried pieces of mud can be pesky!
AsktheBuilder 3 years ago
Well....I've read all the comments and come to the conclusion that the pros don't want ANYONE thinking that they can do this themselves. Why would they? I just finished my basement and IMO finishing drywall is a very difficult job and an amateur will spend a tremendous amount of time doing the job right. The pro's will do it fast. HOWEVER, it is not impossible for an amateur to do this job and get "professional looking" results. You just better be ready for a lot of learning and hard work.
kc1371 3 years ago
Bravo! I couldn't agree more.
AsktheBuilder 3 years ago
I have to agree with kc1371. Of all the building trades (and I've done most of them) this is the one that requires an "Artist's" hand. It requires practice. You can get professional results on your first job, as long as you know you will be getting all of your "practice" on your first job!
jfstarr 3 years ago
I have a 2380 sq ft basement and my wife thinks I need to finish the whole thing... and she expects me to do it myself. Can't afford to hire it out, but WOW.... just the thought of it. I've been working on it 3 months now... WOW!!!!! Somebody shoot me! hahaha...
Innaband 2 years ago
I've found that feathering the edges is one of the most important parts of sanding, but you didn't mention it.
calidoggie 3 years ago
what kind of sanding sheet should i buy?
edithisel 3 years ago
I prefer the sanding sheets that fit on a pole sander. The sheets are like a grid of sanding fibers.
AsktheBuilder 3 years ago
super fine is great for the last sanding buy a sanding block with two sides
Dallasarcher 3 years ago
But what does one do if one is putting drywall up to an existing knock-down textured ceiling?
If tape is used, it will screw up the texture on the ceiling and I guess it would take a machine to replicate that texture and a LOT of work.
Can the tape just be skipped?
LastBastionOfTruth 3 years ago
No. You remove the texture around the patch, tape then retexture.
AsktheBuilder 3 years ago
Thanks, but isn't "retexturing" exceedingly difficult for someone without the sprayers and feel for the technique?
Also, is there any prep/cleaning you need to do on metal cornerbead or can you just mud right over them as they come?
LastBastionOfTruth 3 years ago
Practice on scrap drywall till you get the hang of it.
You mud over cornerbead. No need to clean it so long as it is clean from the store. Watch many of my other Drywall videos. Read all of my columns at my website for tricks.
AsktheBuilder 3 years ago
Hi I am currently in the process of sanding my drywall but I primed one wall to see what it would look like. I am no pleased with the result because you can see an indentation of where the seam is. Did I sand it too much? Or, did I not put enough coats on? This is so frustrating to me because we worked so hard to put this drywall up and I don't want it to be ruined by seeing all the seams. Can you shed some light on what you think I may have done wrong? Thanks
lashonc2007 3 years ago
Put a straight edge across the seam at night. Use a flashlight at a low angle to illuminate the area. If the seam is low, light will be seen under the tool. If the seam is high, the tool will pivot on the high spot. Either way it's easy to fix. Watch my video again....
AsktheBuilder 3 years ago
Good tip, never heard about leaving the hump in the middle. Thats a good trick. I'm no expert, but it takes me a lot of joint compound to make my sheet rock jobs come out nice. Lots and lots of it and sanding to get it perfect. I am getting better, but I hate doing it. If you love it, come on over for my next project! :)
GR8racingfool 3 years ago
I have been a pro for 15 years and I DO sand with a pole between coats. This is a helpful video for homeowners-maybe you could learn something from it!
jrnyace 3 years ago
Finally the cavalry arrived!! Where have you been????? :-> Thanks for posting. I love doing drywall this way. I get the best results doing the sanding after the second coat. As you know, we are not talking heavy sanding, just knocking off that lip mark from the knife. Thanks again!
AsktheBuilder 3 years ago
1. pro,s dont use broad knifes we use trawls or if u machine tape a box for coating. 2. dont sand your joint till your final coat aka skim coat, simply scrape your lines and bubbles out with your tapers knife. 3. make sure u have no edges 4. your final coat overlaps ur second coat by aprx half inch 5 LEAVE IT TO THE PROS AND GET IT DONE RIGHT
zeroxhero1 3 years ago
What a sad day. Why would you make a blanket statement like that? I know many pro finishers that use broad knives. When you make statements like yours, it tends to show ignorance of the real facts.
AsktheBuilder 3 years ago
As a taper that worked with many other tapers from across the country I can confirm that majority use trawls and not knives. Taping is HARD and your DIY audience will NOT get "pro" results with your tips, it's look like mess and they will end up calling a contractor. Taping is a fine art like woodworking and 100 second video lesson is not anywhere near "pro" results.
wartexmaul 3 years ago
Thanks for your comment. Unless you can back up your statement with facts, no one will give them much credibility. Taping is not hard. I'll bet that your first taped seam didn't look like the ones you do now. It was no doubt a mess. As you practiced, you got better. What makes you think the same results can't be achieved by someone else? You're in denial if you think that others can't do what you do - especially anyone with determination, diligence and discipline.
AsktheBuilder 3 years ago
DIYer here. Thanks for putting up such an informative video. (Well, all your videos now that I think of it.) I followed your technique on my ceiling which yielded great results. Even after a coat of semi-gloss paint, the patch was not noticeable. Not bad for a beginner eh? :)
strumpeteer 3 years ago
Fantastic! Congrats on your success. It is an easy method that works. I'm glad I could be of service.
AsktheBuilder 3 years ago
I would have to agree that there are many different ways to do something and get the same results. I have been taping drywall and I have been putting 4 coats on and not sanding in between. Only minimal sanding at the end, and I have been doing wet sanding, that is giving me a really smooth finish.
frannybanany4444 3 years ago
i wouldnt let this guy finish my dog box. im a finisher of seventeen years and never sanded between coats.
alicealways 3 years ago
No worries. I would not be interested in working for you for any number of reasons. Have you ever wondered why there are so many different car models? Ford, Chevy, Toyota, Honda, Mercedes Benz, etc. They all do the same thing - get you from point A to B. There doesn't have to be just one way to finish drywall. And remember, a homeowner needs a method they can do and get pro results. They don't have seventeen years.
AsktheBuilder 3 years ago
homeowners think that drywall is a piece of cake, then when they discover that they can't do it, they called us (proffesional drywall man) and they want us to fix it for a miserable price, this upsets me a lot!!!, I hope this videos will help them understand
lenin1219 3 years ago
The third coat is key if you want hidden joints and minimal sanding.
AsktheBuilder 3 years ago
gday me ol mate
havent seen a new vid from you for a while ?
hey i made a vid on me throwing up cornice ,the australian way if you want to take a look
plz leave me a comment as i respect you knolage on everything building
take care and look forward to your next upload
xXsnitchyXx 3 years ago
I have been working on a secret project. I will have a few new videos up soon with more to follow.
AsktheBuilder 3 years ago
Pros use Mud boxes, you get the best finish.
Izwiz08 3 years ago
Those are great tools to be sure. Homeowners can't afford to buy those, so they need an alternative method like this.
AsktheBuilder 3 years ago
What's a mud box? Sorry, I'm a newbie homeowner ;).
Pullinbig 3 years ago
Look what I am holding at :05
AsktheBuilder 3 years ago
Oh...we called them 'inserts' in the restaurant business ;). Thanks.
Pullinbig 3 years ago
I found this video very informational. I am finishing my basement right now, first time ever doing all of this, stud walls, insulation, electrical, lighting, and I'm at the stage of drywall. I really want to learn how to do it, and want it to turn out well. Thank you very much for the information.
Pullinbig 3 years ago
hey where's your horse ....... .....cowboy.
yokkum090 4 years ago
Good tools and tips
iam980 4 years ago
Any drywall finisher that tells you it is not a skill or an art than whatever you do DO NOT hire them. The other contrsuction trades fasten things like windows, trim, studs, pipes, wires. We actually create and build a surface on the sheetrock so the painter has a canvass.
JeffreyStrange 4 years ago
Bravo!
AsktheBuilder 4 years ago
I placed a trowel and a broadknife in a new house and layed them down side by side. They just sit there and didn't move. LOL The tools speed depends on the people using them. I'm 100% convinced if you run your seems faster with a trowel than a broadknife than you don't know how to use a broadknife. It doesnt matter though as long as it looks good when they paint and you meet the job schedule than who cares.
JeffreyStrange 4 years ago
Agree!
AsktheBuilder 4 years ago
Disagree. While a broadknife is easier to learn, the hawk and trowel is what the better tapers use IMHO.
YOURDEAD74 4 years ago
my dad has finished for 35 years and me for 15 he has only used a hawk and trowl and hates a broadknife. I used a trowel for about 4 years and there is pros and cons for both.I think the trowl is quicker but the broadknife is way more agile and slick and almost as fast
ward185 4 years ago
I use a ten when i do it by hand but i just usually use the box witch is way faster and im good at so.... how you but the secound coat on it would have taken you forever if you put it on like that
Clay300 4 years ago
the 'secret' to drywall is NOT to have a hump... the less sanding as possible is the goal... if it is done right from the beginning.. i dont understand why so many tapers use a 'broadknife'... i use a halwk and trowel.. have you ever seen a stucco guy use a broad knife?... a trowel is quicker and does a better job...
454440 4 years ago
Thanks for your comment. Different people have different techniques. I am sure you still end up with a slight hump and then sand. I couldnt agree more that the hump should be slight. Please use your channel for its intended purpose. Tape a series of videos where you share *your* methods.
AsktheBuilder 4 years ago
I like youtube because I can find tips like these. Thanks!
cooleb 4 years ago
Thanks! Be sure you always rate the videos you like (see the red stars under the video?) and *never* hesitate to send a comment to the people at YouTube telling them what channels you think are best. Rest assured they READ all comments.
AsktheBuilder 4 years ago
this guy is like a rain maker. Does he really think he knows what he's talking about? What a crock.this guy is like a get rich quick scheme or something. plaster and drywall is an artsitic gift, it can't be learned by everyone. this is like taking medical advice from someone who is not a doctor. -very bad advice
doityourselferjoe 4 years ago
Joe, thanks for your comment! I went to your channel and was disappointed. No description of who you are, no videos, no anything. How do you expect other YouTubers, including myself, to place any value in your comments? My methods are time tested. Take your energy and invest it in sharing your knowledge via videos. Show us what you know.
AsktheBuilder 4 years ago
plaster and drywall is not an artistic gift anybody anywhere can do whatever they want like an expert if they are instructed correctly and perform a task as it has been
demonstrated to them im 26 years old and never touched a broad knife till i was 21 and have renovated many homes with results professional realtors ohh and ahh over just by paying attention to instructions and learning the proper way to do things by others and by trial and error
vwed81 4 years ago
I agree, it is not an artistic gift. Of course, some people may be better than others at it, but almost anything can be learned by almost anybody, either from direct teaching, or by observing and learning that way. As long as the person is motivated enough and is prepared to persevere and put in effort, there is no reason why they can't succeed at anything. (physical strength permitting)
mosaicmeneac 4 years ago
my background in dw finishing,since u asked askthebuilder,is i started off spot finishing screws and learning how to mix the mud and cleaning the tools,as i said prior it takes about a year of full time finishing~every day~to learn what u r posting,and make it look right..and yes im a dw finisher ~contractor~
sternsky 4 years ago
It is very obvious you are not looking at this objectively. If someone wants to learn, why not expose them to the methods? Your advice seems to be, "This is too hard. You can't do this. You must let a pro do it." That is simply unacceptable in this situation. Now, if you were talking installing a new air conditioner, I would agree 100%.
AsktheBuilder 4 years ago
Your right on the money. It takes a year just to get the basics not to get realy good,some people never get it.When I look for guitar tips on you tube I go to skynyrd, not some garage band.
ward185 4 years ago
Thanks for the comment! I have written about what you say at my website. Some simply do not have the necessary hand-eye coordination. Soon you will see an entire series on all aspects of drywall finishing on my channel. They will show but one way to achieve smooth walls.
AsktheBuilder 4 years ago
well,regarding captain,obviously you should NEVER take instruction ~just~from videos,have someone who knows the trade help,or just buk up the cash and let the pro's do it,imo the latter is better,but i do know guys who learn on there own,and even they are very willing to spend the exra cash to let us pro's do it,because it takes them too long..
sternsky 4 years ago
I have nothing against professionals. Read what I say at my website. Seventy-eight percent of homeowners hire them or try to find *real* ones. I help them do that. But what about the other 22 percent? What about young people who want to learn? Your advice is one of scarcity. My philosophy is abundance.
AsktheBuilder 4 years ago
"Your advice is one of scarcity. My philosophy is abundance."
Awesome. Thanks for the video. I will not proceed to trying not to ruin my bedroom. :)
syrupcore 4 years ago
why would I be posting a video? I am trying to get tips on doing drywall, I have no interest in making a video. I don't even know what my channel is?what does that mean?I'm just looking for some good tips....now I need to have the damage you caused me fixed.
CaptainDianobol 4 years ago
Now it makes sense why you messed up your drywall. Thanks for posting this follow up comment. I also suggest you go get a copy of the Gypsum Construction Handbook. It is the Bible of the industry. You will quickly discover everything I say in this video is 100 percent accurate. Your drywall is in sad shape because you need more practice. Watch my video again and start practicing.
AsktheBuilder 4 years ago
was this a prank? you are not even a drywall finisher. you owe me some money,my walls came out looking like crap.DON'T TRY THIS AT HOME!!!
CaptainDianobol 4 years ago
Thanks for your comment. I went to your channel to see a video of the damage, and nothing is there. Are you telling the truth? Please consider spending your time making your own videos so we can see what you know. Because you have no videos up, none of us believe your comments. They ring very hollow. Sorry!
AsktheBuilder 4 years ago
the reason why i am so adament against this,is ive seen people spend thousands tryin to do there own drywall,all for naught,let the pro's do it people~trust me~k im done ,and once again im sorry ,just had to help the general public....
sternsky 4 years ago
Do you drywall finishing for a living? I can't tell from your channel as you are invisible there. No videos and no real name or who you are. Can you tell us how your *first* taping job looked? Can you please share with us exactly how clumsy you looked when you *first* applied your second coat of mud over a taped seam? Please be honest.
AsktheBuilder 4 years ago
sorry if i came off rude( askthebuilder)its just that ive seen way too many novices attempt dw finishing and ,no matter what you post,as ealier posters have said dw finishing is more of an art ,its not to be taught in a clasrroom setting,stik w carpentry,electrical,plumbing,ect..and btw i DO appreciate ur efforts though..
sternsky 4 years ago
Thanks again for your comments. I just went to your channel once again and you have no videos. Now it makes sense. You don't want people to learn. You don't want to share your knowledge. Time is going to settle our little debate. Something tells me people like it when they get great helpful information for free.
AsktheBuilder 4 years ago
oh and another thing,i always laugh when les say hometime or another primetime tv show tries to teach novices how to finsh drywall,ill bet you anyhting they have been sued for it`hehe just a guess~
sternsky 4 years ago
15 yrs of drwall finishing i can teach all of you anything,just ask me ~:)
sternsky 4 years ago
You said to ask, so I will. I went to your channel and you have no uploaded videos of your own. Tape (no pun) videos of your own showing all of us your method...... Teach us. YouTube is not a written forum, it is a place of *videos*........ :-)
AsktheBuilder 4 years ago
ask the builder,the problem is~though ur intentions are good~your process of applying the mud is wrong,lol even ur tape coat was humped,having been a drywall finisher for 15 yrs,i agree totally w innvahud`you cant teach drywall finishing on video,it takes at least a yr of full timie finishing to get it right.. ;)
sternsky 4 years ago
Dont do drywall yourself. Unless your broke you should hire a local journyman and the results will pay for themselves. People think taping drywall is simple but it is not. It takes years to perfect.
innovahud 4 years ago
innovahud - Sounds like you have a vested interest. What about people who can't afford to hire a pro? I disagree with your position. You and I and others who can do it need to make videos to show people how. With practice, many will develop the skill. Start making videos like I am. Share!
AsktheBuilder 4 years ago
The easiest method is to whip up the compound in a bucket. and roll it over the tape with a paint roller. Following the direction of the tape and wiping it off tightly will give the do-it-yourselfer a very good-tight skim coat with minimal sanding. Add approximately 1 cup or a dab more water to an entire bucket of compound, and mix only with a drill.
thedrywallking 4 years ago
this aint roller man richard is it? I worked for northwest drywall in hickory with a guy that done that,I didnt approve over hand finnishing but it was creative
ward185 4 years ago
tim can you show us the proper way of mixing joint compound, im a novice and when I mix the mud it always seems to be too soft or too hard or sometimes il even get craters, does temperature have anything to do with this?help
Chitownboy1023 4 years ago
Great idea. I will do this soon for you. Temperature is usually not an issue. As for your craters, it sounds like you have not blended the mud well. Are you using a paddle mixer on the end of a drill? If not, you should. The mud should be the consistency of cake icing or Cool Whip.
AsktheBuilder 4 years ago
In regards to craters try this tecjnique. For starter when skimmimg pull from right to left as far as one stroke will take you, than go from left to right as far as your stroke will take you, THAN repeat and swipe fast. Swiping fast in long strokes will remove the pocks.ALWAYS stroke into the wet ..meaning start at one corner and pull, than at the opposite corner and go "into the wet.
thedrywallking 4 years ago
I'm a professional drywall finisher and I really liked your tips.If everyone follows them,I will be in business for along time to come.Thanks for keeping me busy.
ionofunwin2 4 years ago
You are most welcome! Please do all of us a favor and share your drywall finishing tips. That is what makes YouTube so great. We all look forward to your videos that show your great skill.
AsktheBuilder 4 years ago
AWESOME... thank you...
joeybolton 4 years ago
Great video but sanding for "shape" is a labor intensive bad idea, not a secret. This video is wrong. The secret is how the finisher feathers the required surface when required. I've made seams straight-edge flat and without sanding it down to be that way.
Steveg20001 4 years ago
With all due respect, the video is *right*. Most people are not experts, and will need to sand at some point(s) during the process. My guess is your first drywall finishing jobs were not done the way you do it now. I am sure you have sanded drywall. Your distaste for the sanding process made you learn a new way. Why not use your YouTube channel in a positive way and tape a video showing the world how you do it.
AsktheBuilder 4 years ago
wow i like the way you tell the people to feather the edge "not" you must like the sanding end of the job.
Queenjacko 4 years ago
The phrase is meant to explain the process of applying a wedge of wet joint compound to the surface.
AsktheBuilder 4 years ago
Great video! I have a problem taping corners, any tutorials about that in the works? Another trick that eludes me is when replacing drywall on the walls, but leaving the existing drywall ceiling, and finishing/taping the new wall edge to the existing ceiling .
ramitupursnout 4 years ago
Thanks! I have an entire series of short videos about every aspect of hanging and finishing drywall in the works. Be sure to subscribe and you will see them. The key to adding new to existing drywall is using a 12-inch knife to really feather out corners or flat seams.
AsktheBuilder 4 years ago
Thanks, I'll subscribe. I've seen drywall pros and I have such a respect for the art,they make it look so easy.
ramitupursnout 4 years ago
Thanks. There are many more specific drywall videos in the works.
AsktheBuilder 4 years ago
great tips
gittianimeluver07 4 years ago