Fixing a VERY BAD Drywall Job!!!

I was not expecting this! Lot's to learn from here!

[@davidpederson2905]

Always fun to inherit someone else's mess. The angled wall face could become the popcorn ceiling of the 2020's. I have discovered your videos and I am amazed! Good reasons for your approaches, matched with years of skill. Since I started watching I feather my edges when I put peanut butter on my toast! When you said "I have a bucket of mud on the wall", I thought of "99 buckets of mud on the wall, 99 buckets of mud. You sand one down until there's no crown, 98 buckets of mud on the wall...".

[@hektor6766]

And the fad could be just as short-lived. Not everyone wants to live in a set from Star Trek.

[@reneebarlow1077]

It looks like some type of office, so maybe not tv, but radiograph

[@jaypeak]

this feels like one of those times when you look at the designer and ask but why. great work fixing up that disaster of a first attempt.

[@geraldmorgan3360]

I thought the same thing.

[@randyelliott9152]

Not so much the designer as it was the framer and drywall.

[@bludika]

agreed, i don't get why it's angled like that instead of just being a flat wall, what an unnecessary design

[@oshea03]

Long video is totally worth it. You do such excellent work. Wish more craftsmen were as diligent and show the care in their work as you do.

[@jowa4]

The asymmetrical one bothers me so much. And what if you want a bigger TV one day? I don't get it. Amazing work though, it's really an art!

[@rockstopsthetraffic]

I imagine they can just bump a new TV out by enough to clear the recess... But yeah it's just not a style I'd ever recommend. Recessing TVs belongs back like 15 years ago when they used fluorescent tubes to illuminate flat panels.

[@slapstra1970]

What a silly design and all the work to make it happen

[@rockstopsthetraffic]

@@slapstra1970 I just realized that it's supposed to be like a clinic desk/room at the end. Idk I still think after like 2010 we shouldn't be recessing TVs, if you want a feature wall, get like architectural panels for the light to play off of.

[@pandaberserk3390]

so the right side is suppose to look like that?

[@JasperJanssen]

It’s a pretty small wall all things considered - if you do want a recessed TV why not just frame the entire wall out by 2 inches or whatever and make it straight? (And if you want the diagonal lines pointing at the TV… paint it in different colors of grey.)

[@charliehuntsman9827]

Bro your like the Bob Ross of drywalling love your videos and the work you do you have saved my ass with fixing lathe and plaster jobs and trying to fit in drywall to stubborn plaster and getting to where it needs to be thank you ao much for everything!!!

[@charliehuntsman9827]

@@commietube_censorship_sucks hey bro thanks obviously not the best at grammar and especially spelling.

[@TeamAurorapk]

@@charliehuntsman9827 don't feel bad man he didn't see the EGA. 8404 I got your back devildog.

[@charliehuntsman9827]

@@TeamAurorapk Brother thanks 🙏 for having my 6 Semper Fi hope all is well on your front. 2005 -2014 one tour in Iraq 1316 welder .

[@markh.6687]

"We'll put a little happy blob of mud here..."

[@ashwin.unlead]

@@commietube_censorship_sucks well you have to be a grammar cuc on the internet ? nice!

[@Matt-my7pz]

Really fantastic job Ben. Sure appreciate your determination to do a clean proper job, be a ton of fun to work with you. Ceetainly has to be a rewarding job to make the way it was intended to look! 👍🎉

[@gregott2011]

Wow, near perfection can happen! You take the steps needed to get this done right and I appreciate you showing us how it's done. Glad to hear you are working on getting your back fixed up. Take care and thanks for the great info.

[@TheKingofkrypton]

Glad you're feeling better and taking care of yourself. I appreciate all the knowledge you've dispensed over the years; I've used it in my own home and while the results aren't as good as yours, they're worlds better than they would be without this education. I also always appreciate you ending the video with wishing us well and reminding us that we're just as important as the work that we do.

[@Blayzn18]

Great video! Great video! Man that was exactly what I wanted to see. Really put your skills to the test and a good teaching situation. I wish I could show you some pictures from my project. Similar bad framing and bad board hanging but I'm learning from watching your channel and I think it's paying off!

[@NobleNobbler]

Fantastic. Biggest mistake I made when I started mudding was thinking things had to look great before I moved on. A lot of videos on mudding are shot from a distance and will leave you wondering what your problem is. Trust your process!

[@matthewsaltzman5573]

One of the coolest drywall repair vids I've ever seen. All of the info one gets in vids like this, especially for all those newer to the profession, are like free gold.

[@caincolesr]

I have been watching many of your videos for a few months now trying to learn about drywall in order to do a project I had planned. I started the project today and used everything I learned from you. I am in shock at how good it is coming out. Watched others but always come back to yours. Can’t thank you enough for the lessons. I feel very confident in Sheetrock work now. I can finish my garage apartment. Thank you so much!!!

[@mikebelik1631]

One of your best jobs I've have watched on the channel. Excellent work!!

[@leeButtrill]

The zen level on these videos is high. Thanks for taking the time to bring us all along on your adventures

[@headcrabbed7796]

I've learned so much from watching you content Ben, but gosh you make it look so easy... Thankyou.

[@essentialpassion]

I have learnt so much from your channel and as I work I can hear your voice over my shoulder saying now feather the edges, now finish passes, now the 6" knife comes in handy.. lol didn't know 6 inch knives are curved, that is a big new tip. thank you!

[@jneale7715]

It's looking awesome. I've tried tape and jointing on a small project I'm doing. Not so common in the UK as we tend to plaster skim fully. It's nice to see how imperfect yours is close up on first coats. Hope my second coat/ skim will iron the walls out nicely like you get!

[@tomhuggard1510]

I appreciate your videos so much man. I’ve been in carpentry for a long time and just focusing on honing those skills and refused to do Sheetrock and taping because I never learned how so it was very intimidating and it was holding me back from staying busy all winter long. Anywho, thanks to your content, I did a remodel in my basement and learned how to mud and tape. I’m still a novice but I’m past the fear of doing shotty work. Thanks bud!

[@michaelshepherd733]

Great work, great video......I was thinking it was all coming down....But no, you made it work....Your skill and experience shines thru on this repair

[@richardjennex6583]

Good morning bud hope all is well with you and your family also I found your videos last week and they are amazing there so much information and knowledge to be learned

[@sylvaleduc1020]

Love seeing your work! True artist.

[@wtfedeli]

I love watching you work and narrate the process. It's so very educational and therapeutic.

[@tawanaboyd4846]

You’re the greatest! I’m learning from your videos. You the best work ever! 😊

[@alans.7733]

Im glad I finally got to see you “drop a blob”. I drop one every time I attempt the hawk. Im much better with the pan and knife as a diy’er. But Im trying to get proficient with the hawk and trowel. Thanks for showing this job. Definitely out of the ordinary.

[@jeremyhaik1531]

Definitely guilty of just slapping no coat over a metal corner bead that didn’t look great 😂😂😂 looked perfect in the end

[@matthewwilson5336]

I could watch this all day long. It definitely gives me Bob ross vibes, and im here for it Thank you for the nostalgia and the education

[@RJFerret]

Thanks for showing this, yeah beyond what most of us have to cope with, but I do have compound curves in a plaster ceiling in a stairwell that might need something someday and now I know some things to avoid in technique.

[@kmcg3237]

Just came across your page, I am learning the art of drywall to re-do my fathers kitchen. Good stuff

[@eugepascucci]

I love your videos!!! I need more of those ASMR with cool and relaxing music playing, it's therapistic! You're a big professional, always doing the best works

[@Mixdplate]

There is no doubt, you are an artist as well as a craftsman. It's rare these days to find craftsman that are as passionate & diligent in their work as you are. It's refreshing to know they still exist, just wish I knew one close by. 😊

[@JohnChuprun]

I really like these types of videos, get to learn a lot as we see you try to do different things to make it work.

[@mathman0101]

Masterclass from the Jedi Drywall Master absolutely fantastic insights. You are the one I have to thank for taking my drywall skills to the next level…

[@itmsolver]

Beautiful work! Thanks for sharing! Very relaxing

[@Kenjiro5775]

Your patience is your most admirable trait here. It is always enjoyable to see a pro working. 😁✌

[@mos8541]

when someone ELSE is paying

[@Kenjiro5775]

@@mos8541 Cynical much?

[@NauerPauer]

You are awesome! I love your videos man. again sorry it took so long... 1 year later but thank you very much for all your videos. FEEL BETTER!!! Heal that back man!!

[@darenkutchens9765]

Hands down, the best instructional videos (by an extremely knowledgeable artist).

[@jeffrobinson4099]

Beautiful. I keep thinking that I am slow because my float jobs never seem to come out as smooth as yours does in every pass, but your videos are helping me see that it isn't always my lack of skill but characteristics of the job and or compounds. Thanks a lot

[@itmeurdad]

Of course you would be a festool-er! Love everything you do, Ben!

[@BakerJ790]

Just wanted to comment to help boost the channel! Keep it up man! Funny how you mentioned you were going to do the job, but you were too busy. Definitely had that happen a few times only to come back and see what happened on the job when I wasn't there! XD

[@strongrelaxed9202]

I mean this in the kindest possible way, and with a TON of respect, but you have a Mr Rogers vibe in this video. Super calm, super non-judgmental, always trying to teach. It's your super power bro. Keep up the amazing work!

[@priceandpride]

Protect your lungs, daddy

[@jasonmailhot759]

Another great video...informational as always..my go to schooling for my mudding jobs

[@als1023]

One of your very best videos, for me, This is a difficult and challenging job, invloves some extra skills, and is really well done ! My 1st response when you show the issues at the start , was omg ,,,, Love the way you figured it out as the job progressed. Best wishes, from Victoria

[@vancouvercarpenter]

Thank you!!!

[@stroys7061]

Great video. This level of work is way above anything I would try but so much fun to watch. It’s like watching professional sports that I can do well but only at the amateur level.

[@omnious42]

Love the video's and love those sharp corners!!

[@nilsjespersen7497]

True drywall artistry. Nicely done!

[@TheTsunamijuan]

Hats off to you man. Thats one of those geometric situations that just stresses me out to no end. Even before getting into fixing the mess.

[@thomaswoodyjr]

Super helpful video! I have learned a lot from these videos and my DIY results are much better. Cheers!

[@HomeImProveMentHow]

*I have worked on Radius Stare Cases, Angles are Difficult* You have done an Excellent job! 👍🏻💥and thank you so much for sharing bye for now take care Ken

[@Foxtrotallday]

Your the GOAT. I always learn something when I'm watching your videos.

[@leobender]

Cool art project, thank you for bringing us along.

[@michaelf8302]

Thank you for taking the time to show us what it takes to deal with this.

[@1029zsz]

You’re an artist. Great work man

[@tc9148]

Amazing, wow, incredible craftsmanship. A true master at work on a very tough job.

[@gorak9000]

The craftsmanship is excellent, but that design though - drawing all that attention to the fact that you have a huge wall and put a tiny TV on it that will look stupidly out of place - some people just don't have any taste I guess. At least this is some kind of commercial building - at first I thought this was in a house, and was like "WTF??"

[@neilmckie2768]

Nice job, mate - the way you wield that hawk and trowel, I presume that you're good at using gypsum plaster as well - the norm here in the UK. Thanks for all the hints and tips.

[@zafarsyed6437]

Prime reason for KISS-- (keep it simple stupid) but if required for the job, it's a requirement (by the guys who messed up to learn) the 5P rule: "Prior planning prevents poor performance". You did an awesome job fixing that horrible mess! As always, great job showcasing how it's supposed to be done!

[@MESTER47]

Great job, I really appreciate your patience. 🤟

[@frodohh]

fantastic finishing skills bravo

[@ron1martens]

Nicely done. I started using steel plate for my rendering. Long story. Plasterers from U.k were telling me how they using a feathering straight edge. From the 1970s onwards, firstly in Australia plasterers used oregan (douglas fern ) to screed off render, float etc. The bricks were fire cooked so only cooked at around 200 to 300 degree Celsius. With this the plasterers used to screed the mortar wet. Later gas fired bricks which were cooked a lot, lot hotter at 3,000 degrees Celsius meant the mortar dried quicker. Straight edges changed from wood to using aluminium box rules and actually scraping the mortar. Also t bar were used. I went from box to t bar back to box as the box a little wider didn't flex so it ensures a more flat finish on large walls etc. Going back to the Plasterers from UK wales and England, I was told about darbies and feathering straight edges. So I bought one and then a newer version. I find on very wet mortar screeding with a box rule removes more than using a feathering edge. That lead me to go to the steel shop and buy off cuts of steel sheeting. 2 mm thick and 2.5 mm thick for longer ones and it works well on very wet work. Your work is quite impressive for a Carpenter. I have worked with carpenter on dry wall fixing. I have done a reasonable amount of flushing and use water with a fine mist on the coats. I bought plaster from an industrial chemist for flushing. I used water with a fine mist to trowel flat then use a topping compound. I can however spend more time and trowel to a finish. I need to then avoid using too much water. The paper external corner tape you have we hardly come across. It a funny thing about formulas as you mentioned around 24 minutes. I have worked with an industrial chemist and gave him feedback. They have scales and use retarders, pearl light and other ingredients I cannot think of at the moment. The mix with the right amount is done by using sensitive scales.I stopped using lime after an industrial chemist said, we consider lime to be no good. It was the best thing I have done. Thankyou for spending the time uploading this video. Edited 2.5mm steel as I left out the dot.

[@ron1martens]

One of the most satisfying challenges is fixing up work, or alteration work and renovations. Well done.

[@ErickJeffries]

Long video, might have been a one off situation, but so many good points in it. I really enjoyed the video and seeing some of the bloopers is fun too

[@D911]

"Its amazing how much you can do with your 6 inch...it should have a little curve in it" - Vancouver Carpenter I have to round up, but my wife doesn't know the difference.

[@Trytec96]

The line at 27.12 was so satisfying when you finally got to it. It just stood out so much and it was driving me nuts so I was just like, GET THERE FASTER haha.

[@TheRockofEasyCo]

I would never sign up to do this. I know I’m alright at drywall, but I’m not that good. I’m glad you exist

[@corvozoppicando]

35 years myself, a LOT of plaster repair more than taping, very good work on the optical illusion , taking away the curve underneath.

[@maxrybold1531]

You made that look easy and that's why your a true pro!

[@FactFinderer]

Wow... Your mudding skills are very impressive!!!

[@Rob-mv7oj]

Holly hell, I'm glad I'm not fixing that mess. My hats off to you good sir

[@jamesrussell8179]

Thank you for all the videos. Appreciated

[@randyelliott9152]

I am a wallpaper installer and I can't stress enough how important the prep work is. I have had to paper walls very similar to the ones he corrected. He is a very good teacher. Really appreciate the videos

[@billveek9518]

So is my wife, the best paper hangar on the planet, her dad taught her from childhood, he was from Germany and did banks and big palaces. She is unbelievable and no one in town can do what she does. It's an art form for sure.

[@JayDeBee]

Amazing work!

[@JamesofJesus]

your still wowing me mate. thanks for the tips and show.i love mud and tape most the time 😂

[@patrickb133]

Love the Skateboarding idea!

[@johnporter6263]

Funny that when you said "Good enough," you only meant that it was time to leave that coat of mud alone and let it dry. This seems to be an important point to recognize in the mudding process and is quite different from what those who did the awful initial work considered "good enough." Thanks for your many helpful videos!

[@conradcoolerfiend]

great work. but... why would anyone ever want to have this??? haha

[@bboomer7th]

I agree. Given that the customer needed/wanted flat screens in those locations, I believe millwork (cabinets or surrounds) would be better suited on what I believe was originally a flat wall. Vancouver Carpenter certainly is not going to say that the pimples were a stupid idea.

[@magnusatheos7301]

It's hideous. The design I mean.

[@yeliab814]

@@bboomer7th Agreed! They make TVs that are an inch thick these days! Such a TV would cost less than doing all this custom drywall work twice. .

[@Shagy16]

I love these type of videos

[@dylanm3519]

I'm going to give you a suggestion for curves like the bottom of the TV square. As a sculptor who has to deal with stuff like this a lot, it is generally best to sand on diagonals with a large block.

[@bongomonkey1]

Hi Ben! I'm a big fan of your channel. I am a custom automotive painter and have to do bodywork on my jobs. For a kooky project like this, a "guide coat" would help your "sanding to perfection". I use cheap flat black spray paint, or ground up black chalk and smear (dab) the entire surface. The low spots stay dark while the high spots become "highlighted" as the dark chalk gets sanded off. You are a great and talented craftsman! Keep up the good work. Your channel is very educational.

[@ladikmk]

Watched the whole thing and somebody else's mess is no longer in the building. That took patience and lots of skills. Looks absolutely great now Ben! Regarding your back & physio - have you ever tried Arnica Gel by Boiron? You can get it in cream or gel formula; the gel is just cleaner, less messy. This stuff really works. It's a natural anti-inflammatory and pain relief due to lessened inflammation. It's a staple in my first aid kit. Hope you're doing better now.

[@aanthonygavina]

I would love to do a project like this looks like lots of fun and look’s challenging. Never seen one of these but I like it.

[@victorthecarguy3126]

Great show. For the back pain have you tried a "TENS" device? You put a few pads around where it hurts and it sends small electrical shocks to stimulate the muscles. It doesn't really treat the problem but does make it feel better. For about 20-30 dollars you can't go wrong.

[@vancouvercarpenter]

I’m doing way better. The physio helped a ton.

[@rhondakennedy819]

Looks great! That was a very hard project to fix.

[@mehAudio]

One more reason why I couldn’t do this as a profession. There is no good reason for these ridges. Your craftsmanship is impeccable, but would be better spent building something smart and functional or at least very pleasing to look at. My greatest respect for staying so upbeat about it.

[@Electric-Bob]

I just don't understand why I enjoy watching your Videos so much!?

[@WayneMiller-zx4cv]

This guy is like watching Mr. Rodgers as a kid. It's fun and soothing. Man why do I watch work videos when I'm not working?

[@bay9876]

The original job seem like they added more mud until they buried the defects in the framing. Just trowel it on the the problem disappears. Nice recovery and landing.

[@bencorriveau1987]

This is exceptional work

[@HotspotsSoutheast]

It's funny that while we are working we think about our hobbies. Your's involves wheels and mine propellers. And good luck with your back!

[@edmundeverett2938]

Great job, thanks for sharing 😁👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@mattbba8451]

Thank you for the work and the video.

[@TeamAurorapk]

the master drywaller from Canada. that still thinks he is a carpenter. moonlight as a carpenter but we all know drywall is your passion haha I love it

[@rockstopsthetraffic]

The mudmaster hoser, if you will.

[@TeamAurorapk]

@@rockstopsthetraffic what a title! he will be remembered for ages.

[@biedawo]

Very nice work.

[@markarfur]

I do not envy this particular job, that style looked like a nightmare to work with, can't believe they wanted 2 of that same style haha amazing job though, I didn't know how that was going to be salvaged but you did amazing

[@alainaarrhodge5900]

@ Vancouver Carpenter Amazing work! Quick question from a DIYer who has an upcoming project. Do you do anything between sanding and putting on the next coat for mud? Broom it? Vac it? Do you have a video where you talk about this inbetween stage, or between the final coat, sanding, and priming? Thanks.

[@peep39]

the mud maestro is back at it!

[@gregh99]

It seems to me that some of the pre-boxed compounds are wetter and more prone to bubbling. Sometimes, rather than fussing and over-sanding, it's good to get a coat of primer on before adding the final layer of compound. The primer acts as a "sanding stop" to prevent damage to the underlying layer.

[@fastmover45]

Nice job such nice sharp lines. omg what a bad boarding job but as normal you pulled it off to an excellent finish.

[@danjenlilyful]

They make a sanding sponge also that's about 10" long a big rectangle like 4x4" diagonally sanded works best. They do sell that mud in the states it's called high density and also labels manufactured home quick set made by hamiltons. Pain to sand, I use the festool ans 40 grit for cutting down too to shape

[@michaelkistner6286]

Very well done. Am I the only one who thought, "A bit of extra time spent framing would have eliminated 90% of the hassle you (and the guy before you) had to go through."? Incompetence seems to roll down hill until it hits someone who doesn't think close is good enough. Either that or the home owner winds up paying for less than they expected.

[@Anytus2007]

Couldn't agree more. Somewhere 1/3 to 1/2 my work is framing and that was my first thought as well. I try to treat all my jobs as if Monday morning me has to deal with all of Friday afternoon me's bullshit and that framing was some Friday afternoon BS. Just because you *can* make that buildout entirely out of drywall and mud doesn't mean it gives the best result or is cost-effective. I would've ripped some 2x furring wedges then cut and placed some thin sheet good in an "envelope" cut like you do with large tile on a shower pan. That way the angles and corners are already built in and the hangers can just follow the plywood to get everything to plane out right. It'd still take a good finisher to make it look nice, but ya gotta at least give the next guy a chance.

[@michaelkistner6286]

@@Anytus2007 Yep. Too many framers think speed is the mark of success. They don't ask themselves if they would want their own homes built by someone who cut corners just to save time.

[@DeadlyPlatypus]

I frame like I'M the one hanging, I hang like I'M the one mudding, and I mud like I'M the one painting and trimming...mostly because I AM, but even if I weren't, it would save time and make a better product.

[@jackww839]

All that for locking yourself in to a certain size TV 😂