Questions tagged [drywall-mud]
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Joint Compound was too dry, now what
I'm finishing a small area of drywall, using the joint compound you mix with water, 20 minute open time.
I believe my second coat was too dry, as it didn't go on smoothly.
Can I just add the next coat on top? Maybe sand a little first to get off the…
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Will joint compound / drywall mud clog my drain?
If I wash my tools (knives and mud pan) in my laundry tub/sink after use, will the drywall mud clog my drain pipes?
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I have to put a second coat of Sheetrock joint compound on a patch job, do I need to wet the first coat?
I had to patch a cat door that was cut into the drywall, and put in a cutout that left small gaps around the perimeter. When I applied the first coat of joint compound, it pulled into the gap in certain places, so I have to apply a second coat. Do I…
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Will drywall mud adhere to semi-gloss paint?
We want to texture several walls that have semi-gloss paint on them. Will drywall mud adhere to the paint or do we need to use a particular primer first?
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Drywall mud on ethernet connectors
We are in the process of renovating our house and I ran CAT6 cable to an area with plans to put a network switch there. I now find that the drywall people did not try and protect the connectors and they are caked in the stuff. Yes. I know I should…
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How to smooth out/repair non-flat surfaces...and getting ready for paint
I'm preparing to paint our new 'old house'. There are areas that have paint that is chipping off, etc.
For example...baseboard molding with paint chipping off, window sills with paint chipping off, etc.
I've read that for normal walls, you can use…
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How to mud over areas where old trim was?
I have a small alcove in an old house. It had wood trim that been painted over like 10 times, as well as the walls. I removed the wood trim and am considering the next step.
Would it be feasible to cover the wood with drywall, put corner beads…
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