How To TAPE and MUD Your DRYWALL | DIY GUIDE

[@StudPack]

Who caught the bonus tip at the end?! 😎👊🏼

[@therealdojj]

Was a good tip I always wondered why I needed to buy new stuff every time 👍

[@jerryf609]

Ive been doing that. I didn't at first but figured it out

[@cfomusic73]

I've seen the clean the edge of the bucket before putting the cover on but never add water to it..... Great tip! The how to put mud in the 6in knife is the best. I would take forever to apply mud for tape and screws so I can't wait to try this. I've seen others do your method but they never explained how to apply it..... Your description really helps man! Been watching you for years and love your videos. I do this all week but yet I still watch this on the weekends. Keep up the great work!

[@MrTomac4]

Do you put a second coat of mud on the tape after it dries?

[@milesharlan1]

That is the advantage of using a bucket of mix over bag/box mix!! I very carefully have to twist the bag / box mix so as not to drop & contaminate with dry mud!! Great tip guys!!!

[@conniesisco6468]

After four years of college and teaching for twenty one years, you are hands down the most efficient and easily understood teacher I have ever seen. You repeat instructions just the right amount of times and stress the important points. You even incorporate prior learning into your explanations. You would score a 5 out of 5 on a teacher evaluation. You are truly a gifted teacher.

[@paultee2483]

Hands down best on youtube

[@mattheighman7210]

I was thinking this same thing. What a great teacher.

[@spricre42]

Well those who can do those who can’t teach it most college professors Are teaching out of a book not experience

[@kingziggy22lock70]

I totally agree. That was some excellent teaching!

[@deeznutsz8857]

Haha I do the same work. So detailed I could follow along just listening not even watching the video 1 thing- butt joint is also a factory edge unless cut

[@anthonyfusco9768]

If you ever want a side “gig”, please consider becoming a teacher. This has got to be one of the best explained drywall mudding video. I’m a DIYer in the process of finishing my basement here in Canada. I plan on watching this video as many times it will take me to get the technique right. Well done Stud Pack!

[@HIS_tube]

The only thing I would do differently is tape with green lid mud. Green lid has glue in it and adheres the tape better (My old drywall finishing boss was ANAL). Another funny thing. He never let me use both sides of my knife. especially my corner knife, 4 or 6. Because 1. It rounds the edge over time so it doesn't gouge into the adjacent corner. And 2. There's a bend to the knives using just one side and the corners get rounded over so you don't get corners dragging along your joints.

[@Coorz]

i think that is already a side gig for him

[@leozmaxwelljilliumz3360]

Vancouver carpenter is EVERYThing to do with drywall. His videos are amazing and he has one addressing every possible scenario with drywall, taping, finishing..all of it

[@HIS_tube]

@@leozmaxwelljilliumz3360 Literally a sin to even bring that guy up here. When he muds it looks like a flamingo trying to do not-flamingo things.

[@snowsurfr]

@@HIS_tube 😂

[@Nick-xw3dk]

I could watch someone who's good at their profession work all day. It's almost therapeutic to watch a seasoned pro move along effortlessly. Great work.

[@jeccamendo5935]

Omg it is! Its like i was n a trance watching him

[@skydome777]

Mudding has been my Achilles heal - needing someone to explain HOW TO HOLD THE KNIFE!!! Man!!! This video has literally answered all of my questions. Thank you, sir!!!!!

[@carlosf9278]

I’m a general contractor. This guys tips should really be used. His technique is also standard for most mudders that aren’t using the level5 mud/taping tool…. If you can’t afford $1000+ for it then use this man’s technique and maybe expand upon because there’s only so much a video will teach you Best of luck fellow contractors and DIYers

[@gregmonmaney6593]

I'm a pro painter. Been in the industry all my life as my father and grandfather. This is the best, friendly, professional, simple and understandable video on taping and mudding I've seen. Thank you. Super quality and efficient. That's key.

[@eaglewarrior8707]

No. This type of celling needs to be oiled and stained only. The center boards are the only ones that can be painted because they do not have to account for multiple expansions or contractions in the wood.

[@jakebryan01]

@@eaglewarrior8707 Hate to say it bud, but this comment makes absolutely zero sense. This video is about mudding and taping drywall. What in the world are you even talking about. The wood is behind the drywall, that’s what it’s nailed to, and it definitely doesn’t expand and contract seeing as temperature in the house will be pretty consistent 99% of the time.

[@bradbaker9856]

​@@eaglewarrior8707??

[@thegianttreeservice63]

Agree

[@oxomaticman]

@@eaglewarrior8707 Yeah, but most people would say you should dethatch your lawn BEFORE overseeding.

[@rodneycaupp5962]

No Wasting Mud, and No Waste of words. I like this kind of help.

[@fixitnflipitbymari3782]

I love how this man is giving you all of the reasons why he chooses the things he chooses because that is educating me he’s not just showing me how to do something and throwing me to the wolves. He’s educating me so I’m knowledgeable about what I’m doing, thank you, sir.

[@sttaffy]

I've been framing and drywalling for 20 years, and we are followed up by a very skilled and efficient taping crew. It is an exacting environment with high standards (museum exhibitions). Your methods here match theirs exactly. Great video.

[@calculatedrush]

Holy shit. I had no idea Tuco knew all this stuff. He's so much more calm and happy doing this work, I'm glad he got away from the stress of the Salamanca family.

[@ruqayyakhan-et5ew]

😂😂😂

[@itstoonbruh]

Nah this is how he hides bodies😂

[@calculatedrush]

@itstoonbruh I can't believe I didn't see it. I fell for the old wall patch disappearing act.

[@georgelennon3618]

What’s funny is that I’m almost 70 years young and I’ll never have to do this type of taping and mudding. But I’m mesmerized by your teaching techniques and skills. So, I watch like the addicted DIY-er I am. Great job!!

[@johnflemming7617]

I'm 75 and I plan on doing it this week.

[@LloydWeeber]

Finished drywalling my bedroom last year. I am 73 years old. Wished I had seen this video before I did the job. Would have saved a lot of time

[@junkfilter77]

This is the BEST mud and tape tutorial that gets down to business quickly. You had so many tips in there. I've watched dozens of others, but none have given me the confidence to start doing this as this video has. That bonus tip at the very end is crazy... I didn't even know you can pour that much water into a mud bucket overnight and not ruin it.

[@AG-ri7xx]

Me too, I did not know that he can pour lot of water in the bucket ! lol

[@lloydh65]

Yep, this is an excellent taping/mudding tutorial.

[@Lanny-io9bi]

He's taping with the wrong mud though

[@22addict40]

@@Lanny-io9bino he’s not…lol, he actually said they didn’t have what he wanted but that would work.

[@Lanny-io9bi]

@@22addict40 lol yeah it will work untill it doesn't because it doesn't have the glue that topping has

[@johnrakovitis3186]

You get straight “A’s” on this video, your instructions are clear and through. I can’t complement you enough on your skills and teaching. You are a great resource for those of us who taking our own projects.

[@StudPack]

much appreciated John👍

[@teck3ight]

I am a young homeowner approaching doing this for the first time in my own home. And you sir have given me the confidence to approach the job, thank you.

[@sissywalker1955]

Do your self a favor and forget most of what he said! Don't mess with hot mud! If your not a professional it's more trouble than it's worth! He doesn't tell you it's hard to sand and very unforgiving on part timers! Besides he's really not that good at taping!

[@22addict40]

Don’t listen to her, he is a professional…lol. That’s how I was taught by a professional contractor. We remodeled expensive office buildings and that’s exactly how we did them!🙏🏻🇺🇸💯🤙🏻

[@taragarcia8472]

Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! My house settled a few years ago and i have to re-tape and mud all the drywall joints in my century home. Uggh!!! A friend who is skilled in this craft came by leaving me supplies and a "way too fast" tutorial. He left me a 12 inch blade, and as a woman, that was too heavy for me overhead on a ladder, but he insisted that was the only way. So that project never began. I can't tell you how happy I am to see that 6 inch blade being your #1 tool of choice. My project is going to RESTART, thanks to you!!

[@jamesdettlaff9415]

Use all Purpose mud to tape with Has glue in it and it keeps the tape from cracking, He is using fill coat mud,

[@jeffmartinaz]

Awesome! I'm a college professor and a part-time investor who has flipped more than 200 homes and have done my fair-share of drywall work over the past 40 years. I learned more here (that I sure wish I knew decades ago) than I ever learned from hands-on and from watching others. EXCELLENT tutorial. I don't have any current projects, but I'm really itching to do something now after watching. Keep up the great work! -Jeff

[@StudPack]

Much appreciated Jeff 👊

[@ShadowRealmRadioo]

You should make a video on flipping houses

[@taragarcia8472]

You can come help me!! I have plenty!! 😂

[@lrh411]

Well done sir. I have been a contractor/carpenter my entire adult life and tape/mud has always been a weak spot for me... just bought another fixer-upper and darn it I am going to learn this stuff once and for all. You Tube is so awesome for this and you have some great tips.

[@chriswilson7199]

My wife and I just purchased our 1st house together. We looked at a lot of new builds through our process. With the knowledge I've gained from watching your videos, I knew how to look for good quality work and saw a lot of bad / shortcut work in these luxury priced homes. I caught myself laughing many times and saying, " not the Stud Pack way"! Keep the educational videos coming. There's nothing better than to tackle a job you thought was to big for ya and have professional results. Plus, YOU KNOW IT WAS DONE RIGHT!!! Thanks Stud Pack!

[@coreybingham8299]

As a DIYer, drywall is my biggest frustration. I think your tips will make it lots easier. I’ll practice, cause anything I can do to minimize sanding will be a win. Thanks!

[@mrbronkify]

I have close to zero plans of ever doing any drywall, but who knows. And this was still worth watching. Damn Sir, well done. A master.

[@joebinion1]

I got a funny story for you guys.I have never really read directions for things .so the first time I used 20 minute mud ,I mixed the entire bag and needless to say I wasted about 95% of it.What A very valuable lesson about not reading the instructions the very first time you do something.

[@t.harrisonharrison574]

That's great advice. A guy who does handyman seminars said that a handyman greatest asset is not his skills but his ability to read & follow instructions. Well spoken!

[@cfomusic73]

I've watched a ton of drywall videos about mudding and this is by far the most descriptive one I've ever seen... This will definitely help me with my next kitchen or bathroom remodel when we need to hang our drywall... Thank you so much!

[@codybersicc7939]

*some things u pay someone to do*

[@theptownpunk]

I second just what you said I've only seen one other video on you tube that breaks it down to simple terms and only 13 mins in and I'll say he's doing a fantastic job so far this is basically the way I got a crash course in drywall finishing several years ago that made me a better finisher than I was still learning great tips and tricks everyday. Love to see to come together its a great feeling. Thank you stud pack.

[@719vol]

Vancouver Carpenter covers A LOT of drywall tips on his YT channel. Especially remodel techniques.

[@ivansnegireff2868]

What are you talking about I started doing was 14 and now I'm 46 I have 30 years experience during drywall but I'm always listening for New tricks

[@theptownpunk]

@@719vol I watch him too.

[@85Handle85]

Yes I was a pro drywall guy, but you have all the tricks already in your video. Nice to see you teaching the people the right way without having to learn slowly on the job. Great video

[@9and7]

Especially overlapping the tape I dunno why people don't do it

[@steezy147]

I used to think it made it mound up to much by overlapping but the more I've done I see it helps hold down those curled ends. I'm no where near professional but I've gotten pretty good if I say so myself.

[@matikat1]

It's an okay video at best I'm not sure what part of the country you did taping in butt he is not showing everything the correct or easy way that's for sure . Lol the DIY will get the basic idea I suppose you never mud the paper corner bead and then put it on the corner he's left-handed striping the joints with his right hand that would be awkward for anybody. You don't put mud or the first coat on the wet metal . And dragging your blade across the screws when your spotting screws is fine I guess, you could just cap them . But you definitely don't want to scrape into them like he's doing that's a good way to find a pretty good Nick in your knife. Anyway LOL maybe you were a hanger or framer definitely not a taper though I wouldn't imagine. I think The Kilted guys much better for the Layman to watch to learn the taping anyway just my two cents but it's okay they'll get the idea not a horrible video but definitely not all the secrets and tricks LOL

[@22addict40]

@@matikat1wrong! He did it like the professional he is! Only thing he didn’t show is that mesh tape for patch work but otherwise he hit the nail on the head…lol🙏🏻🇺🇸💯🤙🏻

[@joshuaansley1060]

First time home buyer here and I’m looking to get rid of old wood paneling and replacing with dry wall. This video helped a lot

[@adamchirico7724]

I been doing exterior for 12 years and been struggling learning drywall for a few years as a homeowner, this is hands down the best video i ever seen on drywall

[@StudPack]

Thx Adam!!

[@Alconium]

Just watched an earlier vid and it's crazy to see how Paul has grown into being on camera. He used to talk so careful and mild, seeming a bit unsure what topics he could get away with (Electrical anyone? ;) ) and now hes quick and sure of himself really packing the information in while still being as clear as he was early in the channel. Love to see it. I'd give Jordan the credit for that but I don't want him to be any more trouble for Paul than he already is.

[@christopherbarnes7975]

I agree - the transformation is very noticeable

[@kmlckd]

I've watched from the beginning and it's been a pleasure watching Paul and Jordan progress in the quality and presentation of their videos. Really entertaining to watch.

[@allegory7638]

I discovered your channel yesterday and have been binge watching you. No extranneous content or stupid introductions, great teaching, helpful mistakes, and thank you for not playing music when you're talking, that's a game changer for people with hearing loss, ask me how I know. Y'all are great, don't change a thing in the way you make your videos!

[@TanyaLangfordClark]

I totally agree about the music

[@4GSR]

Man, where were you guys 50 years ago when i was 15 years old learning to drywall tape and float sheetrock in the family homestead. Could have used all of your tips back then. School of hard knocks I learned from. Thanks for sharing, Ken

[@asincere7015]

He gotta be the greatest drywall Teacher or pro I've ever seen If the world had more Teachers like him we would have a more educated world to live in .

[@douglasmcclain2605]

As a DIY homeowner, I really appreciate this instructional content. Thanks for taking the time with this great video.

[@astropop2]

I'm a 4th year drywaller and I must say this is a very informative video. I was looking for taping videos to be able to take care of both ends of my own side jobs and I feel really confident after watching this. Thanks a bunch man!

[@AtHomeDIY]

Best DIY friendly tool I've found for taping... The Tape Buddy. Seriously, don't knock it til you try it. Great work boys!

[@adambuilds]

This is awesome. I am drywalling my entire house, 1st time, and I first watched Jeff's video Drywall A to Z (Home Renovision). His video is great, and so I started on my house. It's hard to remember everything, so after doing the closets, I decided to watch Stud Pack's video for a refresher. I CANNOT STRESS ENOUGH THE IMPORTANCE OF A REFRESHER VIDEO. After a few practice pieces you'll know what you can and can't do well. When I watched Stud Pack's video, I was especially curious how they mud factory edges and corners, something I needed to improve on. I was glued to this video as it was like someone was lifting the veil on all my questions. Fantastic content as always. Succinct, friendly, very helpful, and this guy makes you feel like you can do any job. Thanks!

[@gentoolive]

I was a welding instructor for years, and i must say you are an excellent teacher. I know nothing about drywall, but am about to tackle a small project with confidence after watching your instructional how-to. Thank you.

[@charlesward8196]

We had an unused ice-maker 1/4” copper water supply line leak and damage the ceiling drywall in the basement. I spent the day today cutting out the crumbly drywall and failed tape joints. Tomorrow my son will help me hang a replacement panel, then I will get busy with the Easy Sand 45 before the final taping and texturing and repainting the whole ceiling. This video is getting lots of replay, and is helping A LOT on this project.

[@AlAmantea]

What a great video, Y'all! I absolutely hate doing tape & mud, because my OCD won't let me leave it alone. I keep messing with it way too much and end up frustrated because of that. Your techniques I think my definitely help, because it gives a great formula for success, and stops me from thinking that I need to get it perfect on each successive pass. Definitely one of the best mud videos out there. You're not trying to show off, or play for the camera. You are actually trying to teach and show proper procedures to set people up for success. This is a staple of your channel, and why I will always watch your videos! Stud Pack rules...

[@enriquejimenez2830]

I will be taping tomorrow and I was a nervous wreck. But once I was done with this video I feel a lot more confident and ready! Thanks! 10 out of 10

[@As91564]

Well how did it go?

[@kevreilly7]

He's good. Fast too.

[@jameslarocque3044]

Lmao nervous wreck ,equipped yourself and get after it ... if it's your own house then its a great time to learn

[@TanyaLangfordClark]

I totally agree. I feel the same way..

[@kyleciancio765]

I’m starting in about a week and same

[@sunnystar3321]

For the best tip/hack of all, in my opinion, watch to the end. Great idea guys. I'm not a person who is mudding but I will sure pass this on to my son who is remodeling his old house right now. He's replacing plaster with sheet rock.

[@ThomasSchuebel]

you are a gifted teacher! that was the best lesson on finishing drywall I have ever seen... now I'm excited to go back to my current mud and finish project!!

[@jamiescobee2301]

Man you explain it in easy to understand instructions. Great teacher! I will be definitely watching your video again as I am about to start hanging drywall and this is my 1st project. Thank you!

[@jackjudd7309]

I have done a lot of drywall and taping over the years as a handyman, you just showed me how to speed up the job, because time is money. wished I would have known this when I was younger. Great video and tips!

[@guybroyles48]

I'm an electrician, but like most guys who do any construction related job for a living, I've done a little of everything over the years. My partner and I have flipped a few homes and we're hands on through the entire process. Considering how crazy material costs are right now, if we didn't do most of it ourselves we'd go broke! lol Anyway, filling drywall is one of the jobs that I hate the most! I can do it, but I'm not fast and they'll be more sanding to do than there would be if a pro did it. All us guys in the trades pass around favors around here, so that's what I do when it's time to fill drywall. They know I'll remember them when they need something. We're all friends, so we all break balls. I tell them they need me more than I need them because I don't need a permit to fill drywall. 😂

[@IknowImNotCrazyYoumightbe]

ive watched lots of drywall YT vids, and NO ONE HAS EVER Explained how to do this Like you, Paul..... GREAT VIDEO

[@BDJIMMY]

I want to thank you for taking time out of your day to make and post these videos. There are a lot of kids that don't have a father to teach them a trade, even though it's not hands-on. It's still a big help to have a general idea, not just kids, everyone, even just taking on a home project.

[@coloradokid8321]

I have watched a lot of drywall mudding videos on KZbin (for a closet I need to do). But I would have to say that your video was the best I’ve seen! Step by step “how to”, GREAT tips, straight forward and easy to understand. Fast paced and to the point (you didn’t drag out and belabor the teaching)! Nicely done! 👍

[@StudPack]

Thanks! Glad it was helpful!

[@coloradokid8321]

@@StudPack - 👍

[@Yesterdie02]

As a plumber of 16 years and a recently self made drywaller, you helped allot Sir! Thank you 🤪

[@stevenjerauld2352]

Cant say enough about how much I appreciate your concise and very practical advice. Makes me want to rip down a wall just to reinstall new drywall with these techniques. Stay safe!

[@vladstoilov789]

Very well put together!! Beyond expectation! As a pro drywaller I use durabond easy sand for my first coat on any gaps in remodels. It's just a stronger formula than the 45min you used.

[@mggahomes9721]

Agree Green lid heavy for tape joints and first coat. Definitely holds up better in low income housing. Lightweight isn't strong

[@ckjolhede]

I finished my basement and I clearly did something wrong while mud/taping. I have a lot of spots where the tape can now be seen bulging through the mud and paint. What would you guess I did wrong and is there a recommended repair that doesn't require a complete redo? btw From one teacher to another, well done sir! I was able to comprehend and absorb your instruction while playing this vid at 1,75x Clear evidence to support how clearly you speak, both pace and annunciation, along with how well crafted your delivery of content is presented. Some people have asked you to go into teaching. Only consider it once you no longer have a need to earn a livable wage. Just keep making quality youtube vids. You'll reach millions of students and actually receive compensation based upon your ability.

[@rickdee67]

After 30+ years in collision repair and refinish I thought I had a pretty good idea what needed to be done to repair the drywall around our newly installed tub and surround, after watching this video I feel confident that I can do a good job! It’s nice when a knowledgeable pro walks us through the steps with great tips on correct procedures! Thanks! True artisan!

[@wadehamlett913]

I just bought my first home and am finishing my garage. Your guide has been invaluable. Thank you for taking the time to make this video, it has helped me a lot.

[@TJMODLA]

Hey guys. Im a GC in Wisconsin, and the only two things I do differently are...I use the green bucket instead of the blue. And, I use plastic corner applied with a spray adhesive. It is quick and no pre-fill is required in the corners. Otherwise, everything else is exactly how I do it. Great job guys. Excellent as always. I'm onto the drywall stage on my current job this Monday. Your video was great to get my brain in the right space.

[@billymacktexasdetective5827]

Plastic corners glued on is how hacks do it. 1 tiny bump and that corner bead is trashed. Man up and use metal bead attached with fastners. Unless a quality job that lasts is less important to you than how fast you can complete the job...

[@TJMODLA]

@@billymacktexasdetective5827 lol. This is completely acceptable up here, and it holds just fine.

[@billymacktexasdetective5827]

@@TJMODLA I come in behind people like you and repair it correctly. For every metal bead I repair, I repair 1,000 plastic ones. Thanks for being cheap and keeping me employed!

[@TJMODLA]

@@billymacktexasdetective5827 lol. If you say so.

[@billymacktexasdetective5827]

@@TJMODLA I don't say so, the facts say so. Typical GC, too cheap to do it once, do it right. Speed over quality is the path a loser chooses...

[@itachi975x]

We use the all purpose mud to put the tape on it dries really hard the plus 3 it’s softer and the tape peels off easier we only use plus3 for the coating first and second coat. Really good video lots of tips

[@topsyball1049]

Correct.!

[@debrarucker2857]

Put a window in a spare bedroom and did the drywall repair ourselves. I had the job of tape and bedding. I was super scared of even trying until I watched your video. You have the gift of teaching! Great video. You covered all the steps and I went into the project with confidence. I admit I had a few rough spots but just reviewed your methods and it came out beautifully. Thanks!

[@eveb3749]

Thank you. Today my husband and I took down our wall kitchen cabinets. Exposing unfinished drywall seams and screw holes. This video is exactly what I need to ensure that tomorrow I will be able to repair the wall correctly. Without having do a lot of sanding. I will have a nice smooth wall to paint. Great job on the video.

[@ryanepps771]

I have seen SO MANY "drywallers" apply tons of mud then spend their time GRINDING the excess off. My God! Light layers makes less work. I HATE sanding, but the rest of the drywalling process. It's an art, when done right

[@ScarletFlames1]

Orbital sanders make it super easy to sand off, takes time though. Not disagreeing with you, just pointing out the reason why so many people do it that way.

[@ryanepps771]

@@ScarletFlames1 some were using sanding sponges.....which makes them less qualified than me 😁. I can respect obital sanders though

[@AKJammer1]

I really hate mudding. Every time I've tried it, I end up making a mess and call in someone to rescue me. When they do it, it looks like artistry. This video gives me some hope. I've got another project next month and I guess I'll try my hand again. I'll watch this video 3 or 4 more times beforehand though. I'm a slow learner ;-)

[@paulvermillion1622]

PHENOMENAL Video! I've been building a house using as much "sweat equity" as feasible. Even with 10' ceilings, installing the drywall was no problem (thanks to my Harbor Freight Drywall hoist!). HOWEVER, learning the art of mudding and taping has been a royal PITA, in spite of having been an attentive student at "KZbin University!!! Unquestionably, this is THE BEST DIY video I've come across! It's a shame I didn't stumble across this one WEEKS ago!!!!

[@Agent_Foxtrot]

I am not a contractor, and I just spent half an hour watching a video about drywall. Very well taught, thank you.

[@davidsavage8109]

Very impressed! I’ve been doing remodeling for 45+ years in my own business. I always pick up a good tip from your videos. Thank you!

[@tjsassparilla9125]

I've been doing drywall repair for years ...... all wrong. Thank you for this video I am very impressed with not only the easy to understand and professional demonstration but that you touched base on every problem I've ever had ( and ones i haven't yet)and gave the solutions to them by the time i was finished watching the video i was excited to go to work and that hasn't happened in 35 years i wish the teachers at my school had your gift of teaching if you ever get tired of hanging drywall you definitely have a teaching career waiting for you WELL DONE!!!!!

[@brianwbrown]

Hung drywall by myself in my house and about to start mudding. Really appreciate the tips bc every time I’ve tried it I ended up sanding a ton. Also great tip on keeping your mud wet in the bucket.

[@t.harrisonharrison574]

Eliminate/cut down on your sanding. 1) Always spread your mud flat on the wall and smooth it out "before" it sets. No high places. 2) Use long smooth strokes. No paddy cake. 3) When you have edge lines or rough places just "gently" scrape them smooth with an 8" knife. 4) Try to limit your sanding to feathering the "edges" of the mud. That's where it is most visible. I'm no pro but the above practices have helped me a lot.

[@brentwoelk3491]

I've watched alot of videos on mud and drywall and this video was the best one and easy to understand. I appreciate this man getting straight to the topic without abunch of talk about everything else I don't care about. I'll watch him from now on

[@stephen.g1059]

Amazing video, my friend is taking over his dad's painting company so I'm gonna start helping him out. I asked him what I should learn about before I actually start and nearly everything he was telling me is covered in this video and by a great teacher. Thanks!

[@straight_to_finish]

A couple additional tips for you: 1. Fold your inside corner tape where it meets the ceiling and clip the end at a 45 degree angle before application for all three corners to eliminate build up of mud in the ceiling corners. 2. Partially clip tape end corners to avoid flaring (I.e. don’t leave a square end) 3. You absolutely can apply mud over the tape during the bonding (1st coat), just make sure they don’t intersect-i.e. coat paper only on butt seams but not beveled seams; and coat on 1/2 of all inside corners on all three where they meet. This technique saves time and steps. If you were to wait, you would still have to do this but then wait until it dries before applying the perpendicular joint. Depending on the size of the job, you would save a day of waiting/dry time. Lastly, instead of filling that deep void in the ceiling where the new meets the old, you can WET SHIM instead without taking the sheet down. Pull the screws within the voided area and squirt a few pulses of canned polyurethane foam in the screw holes, then immediately reinsert the screw but only 1/2 a turn by hand to allow the foam to push the sheetrock back out. (don’t use window/door foam as it’s not structural) The screw acts as a plug to prevent oozing. This technique takes some practice to get the correct amount of foam squeezed in. If the sheetrock sprung back before applying foam, then you know it’s a true void. In this case turn the screw until it’s almost flush after foam application to prevent over bulging with foam. This technique is useful for spots where there’s and obvious void. Think of it as concrete slab leveling for sheetrock. Hope this helps.

[@robbob4872]

Wrong on coating over wet tape - you want to let it dry first because it is also going to shrink..

[@tommyhurst90]

Bro what?? 🤦 you squeeze foam in the old screw holes and that will push the old board down to the level of the new board??? I've heard them all but not that one 😂

[@straight_to_finish]

@@tommyhurst90 yes, it works well-just be conservative with the foam. Try it before knocking it. If they can lift concrete with it, you can fix sheetrock.

[@SeventhLvL]

Love this

[@tommyhurst90]

@@straight_to_finish I believe it and was actually thinking about the concrete thing too when you said it 👍

[@jamesmcfadden5214]

Ive always used steel mini plaster veneer beads. Super clean corners and you can plumb them with a level if you have some really funky corners. Only con is it takes a little longer but the end result is so good

[@Grejegando]

Man, this was a phenomenal video to watch. It really did cover the whole process and was filled with important and bonus tips. I am renovating my basement and this will be the only video I'll watch on mudding before rolling up my sleeves. Thank you so much!

[@Average-Joe]

OK Paul...I just did an inside corner like you did and man oh man was that ever fast and clean! I have always been putting on more mud after setting the tape and now I see what a waste of time that was! Always fighting with slippage. Never again. What used to take me 15-20 minutes, I just did in under 10! Thank you for that lesson! Like the 40 year old guy says...Man you mean I've been doing that wrong for 40 years?!?!?! No way!!! Yes WAY!

[@latonyawalker3225]

Thank you so much this video was so helpful I am a 62-year-old disabled great grandmother and I’m trying to repair a small closet Wella partial ceiling & back wall. I didn’t know what or how but now I do. Thank U, Enjoy Your Blessings

[@coastalclaims2025]

Super helpful for a beginner!! Took me a little bit to get the technique down, but all you tips and tricks were so helpful!!! Great video!

[@lawdog516]

You guys make it look so easy, that’s the sign of true professionals !!!!! I learn something from every video, thanks

[@KristiSage]

I think I need to skip a day in my project because twice now I’ve tackled a job and you covered it the very next day. Great tips! Thank you 👍🏼

[@wendisalter8353]

We have a lot of drywall finishing to do in the house that we're remodeling. We got a quote from a local drywall professional, and once we got over the shock, we will continue to do our own. We were doing it the long and hard way. I can't wait to try your techniques to see if it works for us. Thank you so much for sharing your tips and tricks to finishing drywall.

[@virginia4378]

My contractor brother sent your video to me For my DIY little wall repair. You are a fantastic teacher. Thank you for making this available.

[@joelferguson4089]

Hey stud pack! Awesome videos! I have a quick question about the mud for setting the tape. Have you ever used the green lid all purpose mud for that step? I’m not sure how true this is but I was told it’s best for there because it has a higher concentration of glue to go into the paper on the drywall and tape.

[@topsyball1049]

You are correct, green is for taping, blue is for coating over the tape its dry.

[@jair3819]

Just a recommendation for the future. Don't use plus 3 mud to tape doesn't work very well with the tape and also created bubbles of air because is not for that. The plus 3 is for applying coats and texture because is light and easy to sand instead using plus 3 for taping use all purpose mud (the green box) it does have more glue and stick to the tape and wall very easily. You can tell the difference between all purpose and plus 3, also never use all purpose for applying coats or texture. It's impossible to sand. Great videos and keep going. Good vibes.

[@calebdrake3544]

By coats, do you mean layer over the tape to feather it out?

[@jair3819]

@@calebdrake3544 exactly

[@crushrreviews]

I do a lot of my own repairs in the house, but drywall has always been the one thing I’m afraid to try because I don’t want to fail, watching this video has motivated me to go for it. You make it look so easy and describe very well how to get it done. Thank you for instilling the faith in me that I could do it !! Keep the awesome vids coming. I’m a subscriber.

[@beibeifu7502]

Good lucky!

[@logan5326]

Me too…drywall repairs are not easy for new DIY’s specially when your home was built inside with plaster instead of sheet rock. Because plaster requires more of a specialized skill than drywall, I’m afraid of making or getting into a worse hot mess. But the guy on the video somehow gives me back confidence to attack minor repairs though. Bless people like that on YT for teaching us.

[@Bilalianman]

I agree with many of the comments below, the instruction was very good. The presenter is easy to listen to and understand. It's really a great gift. I hope to benefit from this as I finish my son's bedroom in an unfinished basement. Thank you!

[@DanielHernandez78398]

All I can say is that this wisdom only comes with a a lot of experience and this man knows exactly what his talking about Thank you sir !

[@Tristan_Reacts]

One thing you didn’t mention is that if you don’t bed the tape right it could start to bubble. It needs moisture to bond with the mud. Pre mixed mud sometimes doesn’t have enough moisture in it and you get wrinkles and bubbles.

[@Voltechs]

Hands down the absolute best all around comprehensive tutorial on tape and mudding. Thank you so much! I discovered a lot of this tonight in trial by fire but learned a lot watching this after the fact. I was happy to see I was on the right path, but even more happy to witness and learn these great tips and techniques. Well done. Wish you could help with my project!

[@eaglewarrior8707]

Except that type of celling needs to be stained and oiled instead.

[@82DieselBunny]

Quick question/observation. When demonstrating the screw filling technique, I noticed a bunch of ripples in the tape on the horizontal tape joint just below the screws. Do you guys worry about that and fix it, or just coat it in the next coat of mud? I have seen other drywall pros make their mud loose and wet for the tape so it soaks in and supposedly prevents this. Keep making great videos! Thanks for all you guys do!

[@stargateproductions]

It's not an issue in the flats and paper tape has a tendency of wrinkling a little bit. Just do you best to get it on flat and smooth.

[@SuperMerrymen]

An excellent video instruction, I have done lots of DIT "Mudding" I wish I had been able to watch this 30 years ago. Now I am 60, I have just seen this. Now I have done a 1/2 decent "last" mudding job for my daughter. Thank you very mush.

[@Dennis-66]

It's insane what KZbin can do for someone. I always think "man I wish my dad would have taught me how to do things" but literally anything you can think of there is a video out there to show you how. Great video man, I mean you killed it here, appreciate the lesson!

[@travisk5589]

Also, for some reason when mixing hot mud, or any powder, it's better to add the liquid first. Including baking cakes and mixing thinset.

[@igorgarcao6357]

Man, this is a rarity of video. I decided to drop my comment because as I’ve read some comments previously, I 100% agree that this dude is a very good teacher and extremely professional at it, congratulations and thank you for sharing!

[@adamherrera4010]

All I can say is ,I will watch one of these videos even if I ain't doing a project. The teaching skills are so good.and his demeanor feels like my dad is teaching. cause he cares about u.

[@cherylbryce817]

This instruction is FABULOUS. God bless the man who is gifted not only in spackling but in teaching. Thank you sir!

[@StudPack]

Wow, thank you!

[@mattowens1141]

I think it's great that you're showing all the techniques and the tools that you use and the difference between the types of mud so whether you're a professional or DIY Trying to get better or learn for the first time you hit on all the main points to learn or improve your skills and really appreciate this type of education and training So even the everyday person can learn.

[@TheSib]

I couldn’t be more grateful for this video. Taught me EVERYTHING I had questions about, and it was directly to the point. Thorough information, quickly. Very well done!!! Thank you!!!

[@maniacrebel6160]

This video is the reason KZbin was created. This has tons of tips on how to drywall. Easily explained and shown. GREAT video! Keep up the good work!

[@Jamoni1]

I'm renovating a 1925 house, and this tutorial just saved me a TON of time. Thank you!

[@StudPack]

You're welcome!

[@NotQuitePsych]

Haven't worked Dry-Wall in almost 10 years at this point. Watched your video last night, and was able to knockout my unfinished garage walls within a few hours today. I'd say the "warm-up" took about 40 feets worth of tape; after that it was smooth sailing. (And then I rewatched the video and was humbled by the pros again. Haha!) Thanks for the tips! Subbed.

[@lorrainetryon3179]

No one mentioned how cute you are sharing your profession! I have done taping and mudding way back in my day as a handywomen and seeing your video is refreshing for a job I am doing now Thanks!

[@heleneohanlon9673]

Hi! I'm a beginner and your video cleared up all the confusion. I'm a retired hairdresser on a tight budget. Your video helped me get the job done correctly and you speak to the public in terms that are familiar. I CANT THANK YOU ENOUGH . I like that you use paper tape as that's what my dad used and it's familiar to me. You're my home improvement hero!!! ❤ And great job on the video Jordan 😊 And I agree on the free buckets..it helps the wallet and the environment.

[@paulwrite1405]

I'm a time served chippy in England ,when I first started knocking in nails iwas 16 ,I was taught by the best, over the years I have learnt how to do most things so that when I fit a kitchen or bathroom I can do absolutely everything but the only thing I have never done is taping but I have just watched your video and it is brilliant my next job I'm not going to skim I'm going to try taping and see what is quicker, so yeah very good clear advice thanks Paul.

[@KP-ne1cg]

One of the most informative posts on drywall I’ve seen. Great job.

[@frankvillanueva7358]

Awesome video and technics it's never to late and to old to learn different techniques

[@boyshanks]

Wow this was incredible. DIYer here. I learned I made a few mistakes but I also learned how to correct them. I was watching this at 11pm and yes I got up, mixed some mud and made those adjustments. The biggest tip for me was using the blade to show where there were high and low spots. It’s seems so simple but before this video I was using my hand. I could feel the valley but I couldn’t tell how much of one existed. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. 👍👍👍