Tip of The Week

June 2, 2007

This week’s tip comes from our “Get a corner on finishing drywall” file.

If you like home improvement projects, no doubt, you have done your share of finishing drywall.  If you haven’t you will.  One of the challenges Do it Yourselfers report is finishing inside corners on new drywall projects.

Some Pro’s will use an inside corner trowel and finish both sides of the corner at the same time.  However, there is an easier way for the DIY’er to get professional results.  Instead of trying to finish both sides of the corner at once, tackle one side at a time.  Apply tape and joint compound to one side of the corner and allow it to dry.  Then go to the next side and finish it.  Alternate sides until all needed coats have been applied and sanded.

The same process will make the joints between the ceiling and walls look professional as well.

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