DRYWALL FINISHING TIPS AND TRICKS THAT YOU DON'T KNOW ABOUT!

DRYWALL FINISHING TIPS AND TRICKS THAT YOU DON'T KNOW ABOUT!
Today we share some drywall finishing tips and tricks that you didn't know about! Like what to watch out for before finishing your wall, which drywall finishing tools you should buy and others that you should avoid. Let us know if you knew about these tips already in the comments section below! Let us know if you learned something new as well!

[@meagain6028]

Great video, Vince!!!! This coming from a 30 year veteran of finishing drywall. Pre-filling gaps in seams ahead of time IS crucial. Critique? 2 of them (you knew it was coming) 1. Instead of "dry" running over screws, i always had the mud going. Find a flaw? Correct it while mudding using the techniques demonstrated here. 2. Remove that god-awful sticker from the side of that mud pan!!! LOL! Hyde, I've found, have the best 6" knives with the slightly rounded BRASS-headed handle. Steel can gouge and form edges that could cut the user. Just a heads up to those ppl who may be rushing out to get a finishing knife with any metal-tipped handle. Thanks for the video and God bless! 😁

[@VCGConstruction]

Thanks me again!!

[@MostlyPeacefulCombatVet]

You da man @me again Same way I've come to do my muddin'. Also any major gaps like the one showed at the beginning, or any outrageous corners get filled and or skimmed before laying the tape and corners. Makes for a quick and painless tape job. 👍 and VCG you're a beast!

[@meagain6028]

@@MostlyPeacefulCombatVet A brass- headed handle is also great for circling/marking flaws in the dried mud work. You probably already know that, though. 🍺

[@MostlyPeacefulCombatVet]

@@meagain6028 for sure. But not everyone does so it's great to have the pro's of the very cool gang sharing info such as that! Everyone appreciates that! 👍👍

[@richardfox3924]

@@MostlyPeacefulCombatVet have any recommendation buying brass knife link?

[@YouHadMeAtBigfootPodcast]

I feel like I was getting yelled at the whole time by my angry uncle while making some updates at his place. This is the sort of instruction I respond well to. Thank you.

[@fnieves01]

You Had Me At Bigfoot Podcast That good

[@hatteraslabuf]

Yeah, I was yelling back calling him a scab ! 😂🤣😂

[@tinman1955]

And it helps that it's 1 minute of content in a 10 minute video.

[@joseibarra1288]

I can relate

[@youngprince716]

This is what you need!

[@catlady8324]

I just use my forehead to wack in those high screws. Over the years you don’t really feel it anymore.

[@roundedges2]

Oh snap! I've been hitting my head against a BRICK wall instead of drywall--No wonder the screws won't go in! Thanks for the tip

[@sugarbooty]

This is a great tip, I hate how the back of the handle gets all gouged from screws and nails. I just want it to look like new, it takes at least two hour to clean all my tools but they still don't look new, just refurbished, and poorly at that because of the large amount of effort that goes into cleanup and me getting numb hands. I'll try and apply this next time I'm doing drywall work (which is constantly, Im never happy with my house and just keep making new walls and tearing down existing ones)

[@breh4208]

I just hang my coat on them

[@thegauvinator3075]

lol

[@robertgemski7728]

@karl haha you got that right

[@JackMallory72]

Been a finisher for 25 yrs. Chip and fill is definitely important. I prefer stainless knives, they last longer and don't rust. Set screws with a screwdriver, doesn't screw up the paper or pop later. Also, a finisher coats rows of screws, not individuals and will pull the fill tight. Apparently Vince likes to sand... 😜

[@CoopyKat]

This guy is like the WWE of drywall!

[@matthewdonaldson6063]

Man I’m 28 years old this year and have been doing construction for 12 plus years and you are still teaching me things. I appreciate you and your guys and your videos. Thanks for the hard work

[@adamsarrazin3102]

Hey Vince! Ryobi guy here again reppin green team. I hang/finish drywall 8 days a week, use the new brushless makita drywall screw gun with the push drive feature, and a makita impact driver to remove any misses or get in to corners / angles that the countersink collar on the screw gun can not get into all the way. Always wack the open holes left from misses with a ballpeen hamner, or butt of the knife as you showed, so the perforated edges dont require 3 freakin coats to make em vanish. However, my pro tip, humble as it is, Using a ryobi 18v 3/8 stapler to tack up Quarter bead. Learned it from working with a guy whos probably the fastest/tightest/ hanger, finisher I've met. Couple weeks ago we hung 2 rooms, two closets, a small hallway and partition, 38 sheets, to code, in 6 hours. Just him and I, and im definitely not a record beater in that field, but he showed me that trick. Staples grab the meat of the hung rock corners, and the ryobi staple gun adjusts easily to sink them in a little more so theres no need to sit there screwing off. I know somebodys probably like,' what about the bead crimper that affixes corner beads in place by pressing divets off the bead into the rock?' Well, in short, they fail over time. Getting bumped, knocked, or normal wear and tear over time will def separate the bond, so theyll be there, but split seams will eventually pop up behind them, and or loosening that will lead to a crack right behind the bead.

[@adamsarrazin3102]

I am hoping/requesting you guys do a show comparing all the new drywall screw guns, because I've noticed pretty much all the big name brands have put out newer models, with new features, From Makita and Milwaukee to Ridgid and Ryobi. ( Not sure if dewalts upgraded their gun to a newer model with push drive like the others), is the Milwaukee better than the makita? Is the ridgid official? Is the ryobi worth the 100 bucks for a homeowner/small project

[@NobleNobbler]

As much as I don't like the 99% of people videos, this one is honestly one I now use almost every time I mud and I think of this video, so thanks bud

[@rolandedrummer9723]

I've seen the guys do this on jobs for 23+ years as an HVAC man and never really thought about it. Interesting to hear this kind of stuff I've only had to do a small amount of finishing for duct penetrations and whatnot. It takes some skill to make it look decent.

[@PabloCruiseDream]

I want a Vince University where every instructor has this level barely controlled anger/energy/enthusiasm as they teach the next generation of humans how to navigate life. The new Spartans baby!

[@VCGConstruction]

🤣🤣👍🏻

[@sean9983]

Amazing Video! As a former GC and teacher I always tell my people be nice to the trade that follows you and ask questions on how you can set them up to make their job easier. The number one thing that I’m always on at newbie’s to do is keep your work area clean. It stops you from loosing tools in garbage and allows finishers a better/easier environment to their work in.

[@nickoli9889]

Following a McDonald’s sausage and biscuit breakfast (to coax me out of bed at 4am), my dad would drive 12yo me down in his old, dusty Blazer to the job site on some weekends when he needed to work. I would spot nails and run corners for him. I learned exactly these things by watching him. Didn’t use a screw gun, just a good quality knife with brass-end handle. When I saw the knives in this video, I immediately knew what this was going to be about. Didn’t really realize those were some real pro tips until now. Thanks dad LOL

[@EhurtAfy]

Love the video! I am one of those drywall finishers/repairsmen that knew this stuff, but excellent guide for those who don't know this stuff. I live in a very DIY'er area and may pass the video on to people. I use some Kraft brand stainless steel taping knives not found at Home Depot / Lowe's. The tool is just one solid piece of metal, no separation between the handle and blade. The knives don't rust or corrode and clean up is a breeze. 👍

[@jamesporter9270]

Great choice in tool, I use the Kraft brand as well but solid stainless steel with the orange and black rubber grips

[@ThePryapizmC]

As a 30 yr finisher that has spent countless hours screaming at my phone, at other drywall "how to" videos...this is great advice!...great video, kudos sir!, For actually knowing what you are talking about!...listen up kids

[@Superdan187211]

I'm a commercial Carpenter. Some of our finishers put a couple drops of Dawn dish soap in the mud before they mix it up. They say it helps reduce the little bubbles and makes for a smoother finish.

[@VCGConstruction]

Never tried that, guess the guys around here didn’t want to share every secret!! 🤣🤣

[@willw.birnie8446]

Superdan187211, we do that with mortar as well, the soap acts as a plasticiser. Makes the mixture more workable and due the water retaining properties, less likely to hair line crack upon drying. Great videos, just rang the bell.

[@jonathanjones770]

I've also seen liquid laundry detergent from time to time over the years

[@calvinleonard3667]

Real talk, I do this. Only downside I've found is that mud spoils alot faster. Just something to consider

[@Mytravelvogstaggart]

clear dish soap is old school but its used because they have a hard time getting there consistency right if your using boxes ect it helps too but bubbles come from your mixture and moving to fast slow it down

[@LegendMuscle]

thank-you, after 3 generations of passing down knives, finally bought myself an entire set of Hyde flexible stainless steel 1-12" and cant be any happier. appreciate the tip, learned this one early on when finishing and not being able to find a hammer around, using the rear of the knife and splitting it in 2 using the cheap rubber or plastic handle, NOT full tang ones.. whole world of a difference

[@josephbrauer2573]

BAM ! been doing spackling for years , never knew . I am slow as Christmas when it comes to drywall finishing but now . I will be JUST a little faster . thanks for that tip .

[@wardo8586]

As a thirty-year home improvement contractor, I must admit I was yelling at the monitor. Pretty much like you called it, but finished watching out of curiosity and by the end, I agree with you. This is for people to learn from. Great tips and I love your everyman kind of style. I will be looking at all of your videos soon just to find any tricks I don't know already, I am sure there are many. Keep up the great work, ignore the negative crap and keep helping those who need it most.

[@VCGConstruction]

Thanks Guitar we appreciate it, you aren’t much of a snob at all!! 🤣🤣

[@funnyfarm5555]

I carry a T handle phillips bit tipped screwdriver. Faster to fix those protruding screws with about a 1/4 turn than fumbling with drill. No breaking paper from going too deep. Also found the Rigid 'strip' screw gun was best investment i made. Guaranteed for life. Tip: Order bits through customer service at Home Depot and they are much cheaper than buying off shelf.

[@VCGConstruction]

Solid tips we appreciate it Roger!

[@snugglyjeff214]

I could just bang them in with the handle faster than fiddling with a screw driver

[@paulmazurek3608]

I'm a master residential and commercial Carpenter 35 years experience , You did a excellent job on this video concise, instructional to anyone 👍👍👍

[@VCGConstruction]

Thanks Paul, we appreciate it!

[@JC-wz8oo]

Like watching Randy Macho Man Savage do a commentary on drywall....

[@paulremmey8268]

😂 lol lol lol LOL LOL He’s Itrowelian , he has to talk

[@sgmplasteringpreservation167]

Hahaha ohhh yeahhhhh!!!

[@83eamonn]

😂🤣 ohhh yeahhh drywalling

[@moonpiespotlight4759]

FREAK OUT... Ronnie Garvin myyyyaaaaaaaaan... Oh yeeeeeahhh.. the prophet myaaaan... he done told me... oh yeeeeeeaaaahhh

[@LUckybones25]

OOOOOHHH YEAHHH!!!

[@jg4u2call]

Hey Vince. I worked as a metal stud framer and sheet rocker for a bit. We had a name for guys like you. Miracle workers. They would come behind an apprentice and make them look like pros. Thanks for sharing.

[@bridgetdallaire9069]

Thank you so much..now I Will know things my son and boyfriend won’t know Cheers

[@mastersmoosh9496]

This guy should be in a Robert Deniro/ Al Pacino movie. He would be great gangster. Good info but I am subscribing cuz of his delivery and his style. Definitely belongs on the big screen. 📷

[@bradevans7107]

Very helpful... I didn't even know about the blunt handled knife. I was always using the butt of my utility knife to press/twist the paper tassels back into the hole. And I always wash my tray and knife often to prevent dried bits from making my life miserable.

[@thisisdiy7393]

At first I was like "he doesn't know what I know" but then I was like "I didn't know that" great job

[@VCGConstruction]

😂😂👍 Thank you!

[@timsimmons9042]

As a former finisher, another tip when it comes to ones knives is I’d tell all newcomers to make a mark in the handle and this mark ALWAYS faces the wall. Ensures a proper break in which can take a while depending on size of and material the blade is made from. Always hated breaking in a new knife, lol. Another fun video, Vince. Appreciate you all. Stay safe.

[@VCGConstruction]

Thank Tim we appreciate the feedback!!

[@jasonswoger410]

Not a fan of the S blade lol Good idea. I must look at my knife 50 time a day to 9 sure I'm holding them right

[@timsimmons9042]

Agreed, Jason. At some point one can just tell by feel of blade on wall or looking at blade but the mark was how I was taught when I first started. It’s a tried and true method. I steered clear of the stainless blades. Plain old high carbon steel in my “6 and down (I hardly used a 6” preferring a 5 and sometimes 4”) and I used the blue steel on 8”s and above. End of day, wash with brush and water in 5 gallon bucket, spray them with Wd and let em air dry over night. They lasted a long, long time. Much luck in your endeavors. Stay safe

[@lewisgibson1317]

Yep, that's a good tip, I always mark the handle and use only side for better break in, and never use stainless knifes are to stiff.

[@shawnstone8924]

I sand new knives edges. Not too hard, just enough to take the burrs out and any imperfection on the edges

[@Einar74]

I’m an auto body tech. I guessed about the hammer head end. But didn’t know what the proper use was. This is a great tip for us home owners.

[@raywarner8671]

I did drywall for more than 40 years. I appreciate your video.

[@michaelanthony6772]

That hammering tip with the back end is awesome never tried that. Thanks Vince!

[@VCGConstruction]

Thanks Michael!!

[@michaelanthony6772]

Where I’m from they call em “paisa tricks” and I don’t mind em at all. If it gets the job done and the final outcome is cherry then I’m all for it. Again thanks Vince!

[@gototcm]

For we DIY's that do this once a year, these tips are very useful/thanks.

[@nmlindon20]

Haha, know that for 30 years but good to watch you video, you are absolutely right

[@kristinekoski7345]

"YOUR TOO GOOD"! YOUR ADVICE WILL DEFINATLY SAVE ALOT OF PEOPLE'S TIME YOU GOT A GREAT WAY OF DEMONSTRATION AND KEEPING OUR ATTENTION THANKS AND KEEP MAKIN YOUR VIDS

[@VCGConstruction]

Thanks Kristine, glad you found the video helpful! 👍🏻

[@kristinekoski7345]

@@VCGConstruction “Your welcome”.

[@dgray7537]

Thanks for putting this out on the internet.

[@jlhale1]

Love how you present your commentary. Makes me think of my time in the Military when being given a class.

[@sfcd4757]

yeah, similar style for sure

[@MrKylebb83]

Anytime you hit drywall with a hammer, it separates the paper from the rock, creating a weak spot, and the mud is subject to failure, there. Those areas should be carved out with the razor knife and filled with setting compound.

[@paulmazurek3608]

On my best day hanging Rock on a Job in MANHATTAN I installed 108 4X12 5/8 boards in 8 hours it was one big wall 35 ft high double layer 5/8. I taped it too ,it's documented somewhere on You Tube Again a excellent instructional Video Great job 👍👍👍

[@alegator7249]

This was like watching Sylvester Stallone do his first commercial, while in high school, while under the influence

[@barrypray7606]

Totally agree!

[@mitchrodee]

Coincidentally, I’ve found being under the influence of a few beers makes watching this guy much easier.

[@Femur15]

Yo, Sheetrock!

[@gzsfreak]

You’re killing me smalls! Quit showing all of my tricks of the trade! I’m gonna lose business. LOL But seriously...Great video. I’m a finisher with 25 years experience. It’s a family trade from way back in 1900. You were pretty right on...except for one thing. Please don’t call it Spackle. Painters use spackle. We use mud. 😁

[@VCGConstruction]

👍🏻🤣 thanks Brian I appreciate it!

[@karalis59]

Thanks Vince! Learned something new after all these years! My middle brother was a construction contractor & he recruited me to help ripout his 1920s old lathe plaster walls and hanging new drywall back in the late 70s -- stairways & ceilings were the "fun" part for me (I jest). He's 5'11" and I'm 6'2" so essentially a full military press/sometimes one-handed and on tiptoes for me and my brother on the ladder (smart guy). Thanks for sharing!

[@VCGConstruction]

Thank you Andrew!

[@PP-gy8gg]

What tunes did you listen to whilst working??

[@nik-minnit4375]

All the people saying the video should have been 2-3 minutes, I think the video was a bit long but he explains a lot which I managed to follow. As a carpentry apprentice watching these videos is really helpful to me, no matter the length. If it suit you it suits you, if it doesn’t, it doesn’t. Great video man!

[@VCGConstruction]

Thanks Nik we appreciate it!

[@ya472]

For residential jobs, three things work best for me: 1) tapered blade, Richard, 2) fill and scrape instead of sanding and 3) use only taping mud for finishing, as finishing mud works great but leaves a soft base for paint which dents and chips easy. Last thing I want is an unhappy client, so the finished job should look great for years, not months.

[@nspetlover]

what kind of taping mud do you recommend?

[@ya472]

@@nspetlover I have used various types and it seems each pre-mix box has different consistencies, so I will change brands if I can. I rather get stiffer mud and thin it, than get wetter mud, which one would have to add powder to thicken.

[@dustinpomeroy8817]

Durasoft stainless ,man 20 years ago I felt guilty buying them,but 20 years later I'm glad I did

[@richtaylor712]

Dustin Pomeroy best knifes in my opinion. Been using them 27 yrs. and a wallboard 6” stainless

[@micahmiller1910]

Work at an apartment complex, and do drywall repairs sometimes. Always kept trying to re sink them in, or sometimes had to leave as is . This is very helpful thank you. 🤯

[@josefschmeau4682]

Thanks Vince Used the heavy end of the knife 10 minutes later ....WORKS ! Imagine that ! The things a DIY learns on You Tube !

[@stevea.8816]

Doing mostly remodeling and repairs now, l tape my own patches and small rooms but l am not going to break any speed records so bigger things l sub, one guy put dishwashing soap in the mud and man he got a hell of a finish. I would eyeball the work now l will use your method, you can always learn, thanks boss.

[@jasonswoger410]

I see guy use dish soap when they are using a banjo to tape.

[@stevea.8816]

@@jasonswoger410 Some of them are really talented, my famous line is l tape like a Carpenter.

[@8888444481]

Never use soap eventually you have to sand that mud and let me tell you soapy dust in the eyes is not worth the slick mud ...just my own experience.

[@elfabo1738]

You could cut it down to whatever you want, I need tips and tricks like yesterday!

[@annhayes1032]

This DIY non-professional perfectionist loves your tips! Thank you very much.

[@sonnyschade1299]

UNION STRONG! Union finishers will run circles around the SCAABS! Preach it VCG!

[@MadDonJuan]

I wish I saw this yes ago before I had to figure it out on my own. And that was like the best idea ever.jejejeje I was showing it off to my coworkers like I was the man..non knew this neither...thanks for sharing..

[@VCGConstruction]

Thanks Don we appreciate it!!

[@sugarbooty]

Me too, I had a hard time figuring it out alone, and now I find this video with even more things I didn't know

[@melanierobson3336]

Another tip, if you haven't discovered it already, is to slightly sand the sharp corner edges of the blade so that when you're applying pressure you don't accidentally scrape and mar the surface paper, or leave sharp scrape marks in your mud. I worked with some drywallers too and learned some tips from them, including this one. My own tip, if you should find yourself without a decent knife like if you're pre-prepping and your stuff is in the truck and you don't want to do the walk up and down the stairs just yet lol, a sturdy plastic screwdriver handle works nicely too.

[@77ragingbull]

Awe man.. I thought sanding the tips was my trade secret. I guess I should have got that one copyrighted. 🤣🤣🤣

[@BrianMDIY]

How glad am I that I found this channel? Very!

[@umarabdul-ali6868]

I don't know about your finishing but my grandson and I was just watching you and I told him that this tutorial was excellent because I am a drywall finisher/ auto hauler good job

[@caseykinna]

Thanks for the video Vince. Great “tip” about the end of the knife.

[@VCGConstruction]

Thank you Casey!

[@oldbootband]

Thank you for taking the time to make this video. I learned a lot!

[@KenyonPayne]

I figure if I watch enough of your videos I could build my own house start to finish! Love it!

[@VCGConstruction]

Stay tuned!! Thank you Kenyon

[@andrewkennard2301]

That was quite helpful. I’ve dry walled my entire house and I am just starting to mud the second floor. There were some helpful tips in this video that I’ll be applying. Thank you!

[@thezzach]

Perfect example of why I hate most contractors: they’re better at yapping than working.

[@jeffbunner9019]

50 years in construction and I've noticed the same thing. I mean I don't hate them.

[@HerminigildeB]

And yet you came here to yap about them instead of working LMAO

[@snugglyjeff214]

Get to work you f****ng lazy white boys.

[@nolee4580]

Being a contractor is being a salesman bud,that's why he's able to hire people.

[@darrinjones9387]

Tell me about it. As a superintendent , I have to deal with these knuckleheads who think they are God's gift to construction.

[@ze_german2921]

I know Drywall very well! I know so much about it, to know that I will call a drywall finisher to do it for me, cause that shit is an art form.

[@bklynboyeny]

Yessir

[@LUckybones25]

Not really. Practice, and repetition makes perfect.

[@darodes]

“I’m not talking to you, Mr. Drywall Finisher” 🤣🤣🤣 I love Vince, cuz he talks to me 😅

[@alicianeira5388]

Finally someone that understands the diy rookies thanks

[@Mr.Brightside92]

Thanks for another great video Vince! I usually hate spackleing, I gotta try the secret sauce

[@VCGConstruction]

Let me know how they work out!!

[@Rambeau777]

Great little pointers for the weekend warriors that take on their own messes, and aren't sure of the what's and the why's!!! Yeah maybe it was a bit long of a video to some but he explains everything he has done and is doing and that's what some people need to muster up the courage to drywall & plaster!!! I know for myself the first couple times I tackled bigger projects I was nervous that I'd make a bigger mess, so having him detail everything will help more than hinder!!! Thanks for the video my friend...keep up the good work!!

[@magicdark725]

Weekend warriors or trades who need to do our own patches because we had to cut into the wall for a service or simple remodel.

[@endoalley680]

I like the drywall knives with the beer opener built into the handles.

[@FBiTOPDOG]

Thanks! I'm originally from Philadelphia too!

[@builttoughtooltalk]

When I’m first coating my screws I’ll carry around a screwdriver to get the clickers. Some tapers smash them in but then it takes away the hold from that screw.

[@carlpledger8719]

That's the way!

[@northpolltv6598]

Exactly. It ruins the paper and crumbles the drywall. The hammer end of some knives is for use on drywall ring nails, not screws. And this video is actually a good illustration of why a person should NOT hammer screws. It took him about 8 hard whacks to get the screw embedded deep enough, when one turn of a screwdriver would have done it better and quietly.

[@dragonmaker1541]

Technically if you RIP the top paper ( too deep) the hold is comprised. We would typically remove it and try again.

[@tophercline1]

@@northpolltv6598 the screw wasn't in the stud so turning it wouldn't do anything you have to get it out or hammer in. Most guy don't waste time trying to unscrew it so they just hammer it. It's quantity not quality anymore.

[@mattbiggins5741]

Great video, Thank you for your willingness to share with the rest of us

[@VCGConstruction]

Thanks Matt we appreciate it!!

[@chris4710]

I have the desire to do the work but not the skill or knowledge. This man gave that to me. Thank you sir.

[@anonymousperson4363]

Well, I am one of those guys that knew the difference, but didn't know what it was for. Now I do!

[@greencleaningtechnology3058]

Man!! Way to go. Thank you for opening my eyes. I'm a DIY'er not a professional by any means. I always thought that the steel rounded end in the spackling knife was to protect the tool when falling and to making look fancy 😁😁😳😳, You got a loyal subscriber and follower. Saludos 🧨

[@VCGConstruction]

Thanks Rafael we appreciate it!!

[@jonnycola5398]

Honestly I love your videos. Construction excites me so much, I'm an ambitious 21 year old I'm trying to become the best of the best and I love watching others do their jobs so I can learn little tips and tricks to add to my performance to become as efficient as possible to create a quality product !!! Just wanna say thanks to all

[@Joe-kb1sm]

I wish I met you ten years ago. I'm a semi retired Master Electrician, and tried to find a hard working apprentice in my 50s, now I will retire without passing on the ability to break a hundred grand a year without overtime. Kids just don't want to bust ass to learn??

[@SoulTouchathePoet]

Nice video. First time here and just hung drywall for the first time and ready to prep my walls for taping

[@seanmcnally1132]

Hey Vince, Im not a pro at anything, but pretty dam good at everything !..your vids are great and i watch them frequently for your up to date advice/tips and tricks of the trades... Keep up the kool vids man !

[@VCGConstruction]

Thanks Sean we appreciate it!

[@suzukiman650]

Damnit Vince! Where was this video 10 years ago when I was finishing my basement? Thanks for the tip on the drywall knife.

[@patrickduncan9956]

Drywalling my own house for the first time I found this very helpful

[@Wateringman]

Ex-NYC UBC journeyman. Tapping with a steel and brass ended joint knife was a waste of time. We had a drywall hammer, that we would file the striking head to remove the serrated face. I used the Estwing 11 oz, and with the file milling of the head, I also gave it a more rounded and smooth outer edge. When a screw had missed the wood or metal stud, I would strike the drywall hammer on the screw. Once you had done it enough times, you got good enough to just hit the screw once. I left a nice indentation on the sheetrock, with just one whack, and not breaking the outer paper. Force was not the defining factor; but, speed of the blow. It was very smooth and fast because at 11 oz, the hammer was light. That way the wallboard finishers (tapers) would not have a need to curse out the carpenters for slowing their work down.

[@HBSuccess]

Dial back the hype and noise and you’ll gain subscribers. My 02.

[@ab2230]

He has 77k subscribed...

[@ashleyyoung9382]

Lol what? I only subscribed because of his personality. Plus there's the awesome production value of diy videos that aren't filmed portrait on a flip phone.

[@moonpiespotlight4759]

Not everyone can customize their personality for money. People are who they are, this guy is charismatic.

[@kristopherhasenbuhler5393]

0.02?

[@grendel2771]

Carry a 5 in 1 for the dirty work. No use in dinging the edge of a stainless knife over a screw set.

[@misterjones7929]

All good advice presented in detail. Vince drives home the point so when you do that dry wall job you get it right with a good finish.

[@marcushensley4312]

Good job brother, I finished drywall every single day for years and I do know this but I still clicked the video to try and learn something new. You are well spoken and offering solid advice

[@alvishunter7403]

Marshal town equipment baby

[@TheFlatlander440]

Good tip Vince. See, I learned something new today. Now I have to run out to the garage and see what kind of mud knife I have. Thanks for sharing your secret sauce.

[@VCGConstruction]

Thanks William Logan!!

[@justmetv6725]

I’m 1 year into finishing and have already contacted a level 5 finish.....if you can color inside the lines you can run bands ....cool video dude you got my sub!!

[@andybrace4983]

omg dude you are super cool.......spakleltastic

[@dondetky5984]

Thanks Vince. Not only was it informative but as I come from a dramatic Philly family, listening to you was like listening to my Uncle Tom or Cousin Bert! Thanks and God Bless. Now go say a Rosary and drink a beer!!!

[@FavDogBisquit]

His dramatics locked me I'm 😂

[@rubenmadrid3154]

I’m a DIY and know nothing about drywall This video really helped out and was very useful.thanks !!

[@angelrangel9276]

That's funny he said Union guys where fast ...but enjoyed the vid

[@nickjurgle7131]

Yep, we are.

[@Mytravelvogstaggart]

cause they use all tape tech tools and dont give a shit lol

[@snugglyjeff214]

Union guys are almost always useless. Break them up so they aren't standing around huddled up with a coffee in their hand.

[@dillwiggle2]

Literally BAAAM ! those screws in dat drywall Vinnie !!!!!!

[@Cxander1980]

I'm a commercial electrician. We desecrate dry wallers work all the time and it's nice to see that someone is there to teach us how to correct it

[@VCGConstruction]

🤣🤣👍🏻

[@canadianloon6433]

I had to subscribe. You are not just knowledge, you are the best teacher. What's with all drills on the wall?

[@24revealer]

The RICHARD Flexible Carbon Steel Taping Knives With Ergo-grip & Screw Bit is the Cadillac of taping knives. Don't have to smash the screws in as that destroys the integrity of the holding ability of the drywall. There is a bit difference in the flexibility of taping knives too.

[@Joe-kb1sm]

Interesting. Thank you.

[@tegan71969]

Yeah, I agree, I do not recommend pounding in missed screws. More than likely they'll pop out over time due to settling or moisture (like in a bathroom).

[@icemonk12]

Drywall finishers are like the body men of construction👍🔧 all in the prep.

[@VCGConstruction]

That’s right!!

[@SP-wi1fx]

never dry wall before. This helps me a lot. thank you.

[@jjackkemp6727]

1ST TIME VISIT A+ INFOW presented BAM! NO BS! miss my Flyers

[@raywysack5501]

This dude is so long winded. He takes 20 min to give 30 seconds of info. Drives me nuts. I always want to watch his videos but jesus I wish he would get to the point.

[@heyhey5628]

@@andjunglepunkthirteen760 what's that got to do with learning proper communication skills, if you expect to teach others. arrogant "yeeah, dat's jus d' way ah m" attitude don't cut it if you can't be taught.

[@pichipachu]

Entertainment (and useable info!)... Gotta love it!

[@randymathews3348]

Hammer end? Ima damn genius!!! 😂🤣😂🤣

[@VCGConstruction]

Dats right cuz!!

[@patrickhigdon7050]

I have also seen finishers use a utility knife to cut a small triangle of paper off a missed screw hole or a hole in general and remove the paper. makes a very clean finish. most of the union finishers I worked with all carry a philips head screwdriver since most high screws only need about a half turn to set and the make another great option to pound with.

[@humanofearth7524]

Thanks! Just finished drywalling my shed, about to get into taping and muddling.

[@mjb12141963]

Thanks for proving to my wife why that extra couple bucks is worth it.