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[@seejanedrill]

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[@zeus-mt7wx]

There’s people that can show you how it should be done. Then there’s a very few people that can teach explain and show how it’s done. 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@uhenoalvarez3480]

Thats right!!!!!!!

[@fringestream990]

I've always been terrible working with mud, watched so many videos and usually they are just full of rambling. Finally a video that explains all the details in less than ten minutes. God bless this woman.

[@MealTeam6]

If you’re terrible, hire a pro.

[@isaacaldrich3596]

@@MealTeam6 or keep trying

[@atedinahalf6288]

Also if you need to sand you don't have to wait a day. Imo it's easier to sand after like 8 hours. Especially with 20 min mud. You could probably get away with 4 hours with 20.

[@FM19MONTH]

Leah has several drywall / fixes / mud vids. She has the most wonderful vids that describe and also point out 'what to / not to do, what to look for, and she is just a great motivator. God bless Leah!

[@solarismoon3046]

@@atedinahalf6288Or you can just use a hair dryer or heat gun and do it in half an hour. I don't usually have to sand. I just do it as she did - scrape it down with your drywall knife then add another layer of mud if needed then do a light sand if necessary. But usually I don't have to do any sanding - a wet sponge will suffice on very light raised areas.

[@jdama]

She is so underrated. I really appreciate her videos. Very practical.

[@didz2064]

Another tip i learned from a pro: have a 5 gal bucket filled with water and a sponge. When done using the paddle bit for mixing, throw it in the bucket. Before going to lunch or break, put the trowels/tools in the bucket. A quick wipe with the sponge, and everything is ready for more work and I only spent minutes cleaning.

[@garys2149]

Doesnt work with hot mud like she was using

[@ny3683syr]

Nice tip. It's common sense, but sometimes people forget to stop and think.

[@Ginge-uh6lo]

Also .. re-spay the wall or have a pasting brush to manipulate areas that have dried to early

[@bottoms35]

Leah, thank you soo much for your videos. I'm a 59 year old widow, who lost my husband of 30 years to suicide in May of 2018. I've been trying to remodel our mountain cabin, for me to live in. My dad passed away in November of 2012, my mom in October of 2015, my husband in 2018 and my brother in October of 2022. I have NO ONE left in my life to help me do things. And I'm on disability and living WAY below the poverty level, now that it's just my monthly income to sustain me. I struggle EVERY SINGLE DAY. I can't buy the things I need, when I need them, near the end of the month. I have to wait for my next check to come in. I've learned a lot of things from watching others in person. However, YOUR VIDEOS ARE THE BEST! And your encouraging words of "You CAN do this this!" helps me not only in my projects BUT in my emotional state as well. You are a bright spot in an otherwise emotional day. Thank you for that. You touch others in more ways than just your job trade. THANK YOU for that! I pray that sharing my loss with you is not too much information. I pray that you get the likes and subscribers you need to reach your goals. Thank you for allowing me to share with you. God bless you today and always 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@seejanedrill]

So sorry to hear of the loss of family and your husband. Try to remain positive.

[@sandioney4761]

Bless your heart. Obviously God is blessing you with such a positive attitude!! He's showing you strength you didn't know you had. I'm so very sorry for your losses. I'm sure they feel monumental. Remember: WITH GOD, you CAN do it!! You'll be in my prayers.

[@karinlarsen2608]

You've been through too much. Find a Celebrate Recovery or Al-Anon group to work the 12 steps and recover from your losses. You need an accountability partner to talk all of this through . You can find a group nearby or online. Serenity awaits you

[@deawallace3584]

I am in my 70's doing everything alone to finish drywall, texture, soffits, trim etc., in a house I helped my spouse build from the ground up. However, he has dementia, is still here, constantly cussing me while I try to work. He was a master carpenter and builder for 50 years...now he eats, sleeps, cusses me, and breaks everything he touches. I have lost my spouse...just not to death. This is worse.

[@user-yu5nu7em4z]

You should find out if your husband had a pension as you should be able to get it. Also find out about survivor benefits through Social Security on your husband’s benefits. Also see if you can apply for supplemental security Income, at social security.

[@VickiBowers]

I enjoyed this. I know an old-school plasterer in upstate New York who learned the trade from his dad. They did a LOT of work on hundred-plus year-old lath and plaster walls. He said his dad told him, "You can either be a plasterer, or you can be a sander." Nice work, thank you for this video!

[@outtadarkness1970]

I was in Lowe's last week asking for lathing strips and they had no idea what I was talking about...🤦🏻‍♀️

[@justcurious3525]

@@outtadarkness1970 Lath or Lath Strips. Also used for trellises/lattices. I think you ran into a rookie 😉

[@outtadarkness1970]

@@justcurious3525, Yes, I tried to describe them to them but they had no idea. I no longer live anywhere near where I lived when I had use for them in the past and it was decades ago, so I was open to the idea a different name for them was used, but you obviously weren't thrown off by what I called them. Thanks for the input.

[@justcurious3525]

@@outtadarkness1970 A few years ago I was looking for bleach. I stopped a young fellow and asked where I could find Javex. He had no clue until I said "bleach". Then he took me directly to the Clorox. My wife usually shops for that sort of thing and she knew that the name had changed. I did not. The young fellow had probably never heard of Javex.

[@cl5080]

I had no idea there was even such a thing as a “plasterer.” I thought I would be doomed to being a sander for the rest of my life 😅

[@becktribe940]

I have learned to never doubt Leah, she knows what she is talking about. I'm sure your golden play button will be in the mail soon!

[@jasonthurston799]

But I've done this and found it hard to get paint to stick if you are going to paint it. Maybe mix some water and vinyl polyacetate and coat it before painting. Some say to wait a month or more before painting and some say to wipe it down with water and some vinegar to neutralize some of the alkalinity. I'm not sure the perfect solution but I've definitely had paint peel off afterwards. I know to make sure it is thoroughly dry so vapor pressure doesn't cause the paint to peel, particularly with a high gloss paint that creates a rubber like coating.

[@ofersaferman9981]

Use primer before painting. It would stick very well

[@PW.Wealth.]

No Jane, you can't encourage me to subscribe and hit the bell....I did that years ago. you make the best well explained DIY content, you are top class..

[@clintprice2123]

Come on everyone only 13,000 more subscribers needed (more is even better and welcomed) for a number that is very well deserved!

[@seejanedrill]

Thanks Clint...nice to see ya!

[@stevefurness6303]

Well said Sir

[@purplewombat1923]

Leah, this is the first time I've seen anybody do plastering that way. It's effective, simple and no dust! Thanks for sharing :-D

[@strange-universe]

I didn't sand for twenty or more years. A few extra coats (feathered, and thin), complete coverage of the surface, and it was like a smooth plaster finish. My customers loved it. Zero mess.

[@Eli_J_]

The best most detailed home improvement videos on KZbin and believe me I’ve watched tons.

[@mr3817]

Leah is a national treasure

[@sierraechopnw4228]

I was taught this technique by my dry waller except he used a tile sponge instead of a paint brush. Works beautifully.

[@BigJeddak187]

Your the Bees-knees Leah 🫡 Keep these videos rolling baby 👏 Cuz you doin the lords work for alot of folks.

[@toin9898]

I skim coated my entire house and patched loads of plaster using your techniques. Saved me THOUSANDS. Thank you so much Leah. One thing I learned from other KZbinrs is that you can just use 90 minute mud for a quick patch, but if you use HOT water it will set up quicker. I did so much of my patching with a 2" knife and hot mud (literally) in a big yogurt container. Saves from having to have three different kinds of powder mud on hand and works a treat.

[@ChunkNoCaptainChunk921]

Been watching intermittently for half a decade now. I’ve worked for a dozen contractors/tradesmen in my time. You truly know how to think outside of the box! Thank you!!

[@jafquist27]

Same! 👍

[@domlaw1035]

Two points: -When using 90 minute mud, make sure you get your tools cleaned before the mud hardens because it’s really hard if not impossible otherwise. That includes buckets and mixing paddles. -it’s really easy to burn up a smaller drill driver. It’s best to use a larger half inch drill that has a lot of torque and less RPMs. I don’t use it that often so I just got mine from Harbor Freight for about $50.

[@daveribbons3050]

😂😂😂😂 ok professor know-all .

[@domlaw1035]

@@daveribbons3050well then, you just let that 90 minute mud dry overnight and tell me how it goes.

[@66jaws]

Thank you! I've been watching you from my old fixer upper...as a single woman in50s doing it on my own with no experience.

[@acbeaumo]

Dealing with the dust from sanding is the worst, so I'm definitely going to try this water troweling technique.

[@keithcragg6474]

I am a building contractor from Australia, I taught myself how to plaster so I wasn’t waiting on subbies, it was trail and error but being a carpenter I know there’s more ways then one to do anything. I am so glad I taught myself the scratch coat method and keep it close, scape it and then top it, I still have to sand the top coat a bit because I am not as good as this lady. Thank you for reassuring me that I was going about it the right way

[@jazzyjace1]

Should always sand the tip coat then when ya put your primer down and every coat of paint ya need to sand in-between coats not sanding isn't the way to go lol it just shoes lazy and bad work

[@robinsonbetonbouwrobbo8847]

Same ,I also had to learn .. I moved to the Nederland an contractors cost a fortune here an are booked out for the next year but I'm happy to learn then pay someone

[@kailaniandi]

Try a sponge mate. Just slightly dampened. It will for up the more water is on it so take care. The fir on the gyprock will sand off after a sealer/primer coat. I haven't sanded a patch or joint for at least 30years

[@Guishan_Lingyou]

@@kailaniandi A big clean sponge is very helpful.

[@johndeyoung9230]

@@jazzyjace1 is it lazy or is she better than you just an honest question for you to think about. Not trying to start shit, but I’ve watched this lady and she’s an expert in her trade at almost everything.She does mechanical carpentry you name it.

[@flatbedladyv2191]

You deserve millions of subscribers!!!!your teachings are priceless

[@angryspacerasta1398]

Nice work, Leah. I use a pool finisher’s trowel for plastering work. It’s longer than the trowel you’re using and it’s got rounded corners. Faster coverage and you don’t end up chasing the edge marks that a regular trowel can leave.

[@marniemonfort7719]

Excellent tool

[@Phazetic99]

Now, don't take my comment to heart, it is something I tell every person that tells me that they like using a pool trowel. I ask you, if you had a liar, a thief, or a cheat in your house, would you want them to stay? Those trowel lines in mud tell you a story. That story is how thick is your mud? If you lay down a layer with a swipe of your trowel, and your next swipe you carve into the first layer, then you are not level somewhere. If you are adding mud, again, you are not level. Interpreting what kind of trowel lines you are laying down will tell you if you are making your wall level or not. If you don't see trowel lines then you are laying the perfect level. When they built pools, pools have round edges. Its super hard to get level, and not really important to get flat walls or bottoms. So they rounded off the trowel so you can't see the trowel lines. If you use a pool trowel on your wall, yes you are hiding your trowel lines, but you are not getting your wall flat. Your trowel is lying to you. It is saying it is flat but it's not. Everytime you use a pool trowel you are shaking hands with a liar, a thief, and a cheat

[@t0cableguy]

@ic99 If you think a wall is flat level and true you are fighting a fools errand. Most of us do not care how level flat and true the wall is. you want the patch to disappear in the wall. That is all that actually matters. I have worked many jobs as an electrician and can tell you almost nobody makes a flat wall. level 5 finish isn't flat, it is smooth without blemishes.

[@Phazetic99]

@@t0cableguy the immortal words of hack =) To be honest with you, I don't agree with anything you say. But you say you are an electrician so I get that you don't know the trade. If you would like, I could give you some lessons.

[@madjase9900]

@@Phazetic99 that was a neat story

[@b_uppy]

LOVE the thumbnail (very relatable) and the paintbrush is a SUPER tip. Not bothered by sanding, but the paintbrush is a super time workaround, and reduces cleanup, for sure. With troweling you can go over it many times and still have lumps (my superpower?) so this is a God-send.

[@angelotero7729]

she helped me get through a few projects so she deserves it

[@Thetimecapsuletx]

I’ve learned so many useful tips from your videos. My dad was a wood worker and I learned a lot of tricks from him, but I have found even more here. Big thumbs up!

[@tinybomb7123]

TY Soooo much for this video. My brother in law just helped my hubby put up all new hickory cabinets. And now we have to decide on a new backsplash. Lol.

[@julestaylor7913]

So very helpful, Leah! I just received a very pricey quote for a patch job that I know I can do, and have done in the past, but I had it quoted because I didn't want to finish and sand it. I'm definitely going to do it myself now. As always, your videos are spot on, and your kind spirit shines through! Thanks again!

[@lechatbotte.]

I always learn the best stuff from you Leah.

[@Miranda-cw9hq]

Thanks for filling the gaps that my Dad left in his teachings. I still had so many questions and you've answered SO many of them for him. That really means a lot to me. Keep spreading the knowledge and the joy that comes with a job well done. Breath by breath. Blessing by blessing. You'll get to 1mil subs. Because YOU can DO this!❤

[@e-spy]

omg, I love you so much! I spent so much time sanding, and your tips made the other half of my basement so friggin easy I no longer hate doing drywall. THANK YOU!

[@legoslimeman111]

Leah!!!! You are so inspiring and a great teacher! Thank you for making these videos!

[@mikimauski]

I always feel empowered when I watch your content! THANK YOU

[@kerryclare3456]

Excellent! I have a nasty mess in my 130 yr old dining room, after removing wallpaper. Now I can do the walls, using that method! Thanks. I was procrastinating, but now ready 😊

[@bwhite1234]

@@moonblinkhi can you tell me what topping mud is? I’m a beginner and trying to get my walls ready for repainting. They had some dings in it and first I used 45 but it seems like I wasn’t mixing it correctly then I just bought the premixed joint compound with the blue lid (dust control) and it’s working a little better but I know I’m doing something wrong still. Just trying to get to the point of painting. Thanks

[@iron.man.drywall1910]

simply hang new drywall over it. way easier and faster in the long run.

[@ryanjamesloyd6733]

Was it the like actually painted paper stuck to the weird cloth backing that has the string-dammits? (just curious as I'm currently dealing with that stuff and the tacks won't come out and Gah! Even on the Ceiling. They papered the Whole Thing sometime in the early 1900s )

[@SometimesMyself]

You asked so nicely. How could I not subscribe?

[@riveroflife9956]

Where has this video been my whole life!!!!

[@ResinEssenceByCheri]

You are lovely Leah! Thank you for everything you teach us 🫶🏻🇨🇦

[@erikgutierrez1206]

Leah , i have to say that after all the years i have done carpentry, painting, mudding , etc. I Always learn something new from you. You approach is easy to understand, exciting and encouraging. Well done videos from someone such as your self is a gold mine. Thanks for the tips. Great job! Keep up the good work.

[@patrickdwyer320]

another banger by Leah (a.k.a. "Jane"), bravo mama, you remain the best, been a sub since you had less than 100k, will be very happy to see you hit that million cause you deserve it and 100 times it and more, much love and respect

[@Bluegateway1]

This is the first drywall finishing tutorial that didn't intimidate me. I have a lot of wall patching to do that I've been putting off.

[@sleepinglioness5754]

i did this on my bathroom wall and thought I was just cutting corners....but it's a legitimate technique!!! (I didn't finish the job in case the wall fell apart but it's completely intact. Yikes...now I have to finish it...what's a couple more years 🤣) Thanks Leah. If I could subscribe multiple times, I would. I've told everyone I know about you. 💛

[@jsh3234]

Im a retired carpenter and have been around the joint compound dance quite a few times. One thing I need to point out is, there is two types of setting joint compound. The non sanding ( brown bag )and the sandable ( white bag ). In this application I suggest the non- sandable, for two reasons. One, it does not shrink back like the sandable and it gives a more firmer base and finished job. One other tip is to not wait until it is really set up to do the scraping. I did it about 30 - 40 miniutes or when it was just firm enough to were you can't move it by dragging your finger through it. One other thing is, you need to mix it wet enough so that you get a good bond to your existing surface. Leas looked a bit dry. 🤗

[@ThePlockets]

I assume you mean Durabond by the "brown bag". In my experience, Durabond is fantastic stuff for prefilling holes and voids and cracks, but I find it very difficult to make smooth, even with brush and trowel work after it starts to firm up, which makes it pretty unforgiving and stressful unless your trowel skills are quite good. I find the sandable quick sets much less stressful since it is easy enough to sand down any of your mistakes that you couldn't fix or didn't notice while you were working your brush and trowel (the big felt pads are the best brushes, IMO). That said, I totally agree with you about the extra durability and lower shrinkage (although I find it does still shrink a little) of Durabond, and would add that it seems to adhere better than the sandable quick sets. On nastier walls with large patches of unremovable paint, I would at least add some glue (maybe 5% glue to water) to the white bag stuff, whereas I think Durabond is probably ok without extra glue.

[@jsh3234]

@@ThePlockets yes I was referring to the brown bag and The Durabond 90 minute . Yes the plan would be to not lay it on real thick, but to make sure that you feather it out and to not use a troweling knife no wider than 8 inches for your first coat. The trick is to make the mix wet enough so that it's easier to spread and feather out because you won't be sanding this coat anyway instead, just as I had mentioned in my last comment , you may need to just scrap any lap ridges should there be any otherwise I would just second coat it with the sandable type and then follow up with a bucket premixed compound. That method works very good with great results. One other tip worth noting is when you use the setting type of joint compound, you don't have to wait for it to dry completely before recoating, but just needs to set firmly. This obviously makes the job go quicker since you don't have to wait for complete drying between coats.

[@ThePlockets]

@@jsh3234 Interesting, so in plastering terms you are basically using durabond as a sort of thin base coat, sandable quick set as a brown coat, and regular compound for your top coat.

[@jsh3234]

@@ThePlockets exactly.!!

[@alexhuevera939]

as a professional drywall worker ive been doing this for 80 years. cant believe it took you so long

[@katewest130]

WhatI like about you Jane is that you don’t assume we already know about tools & methods. You start at the beginning like “this is a hammer & here’s how you use it.” That’s what most women need. Most how to home repair videos content makers don’t start at the beginning because they assume we know more than we do. This has inspired me to fix the settlement cracks in my walls & ceilings which I procrastinated for YEARS because I didn’t want sanded joint compound all over my furnishings.

[@shadowghst7704]

Leah, you’re simply the best! You deserve that Play button! You WILL get it..

[@no_handle_required]

Never a video without learning something. Pure excellence.

[@fourbyfourer]

You truly are a genius Jane. Thank you for this amazing tip. 😄

[@outtadarkness1970]

Thank you for another timely video. I am planning to do some repair work on my sister's house when I visit her in several weeks. I like the idea of the water trowel. I think I will be giving that a go. Thank you again! ❤️🌻

[@bobbydanner4944]

Leah always comes through with great information, tips and tricks. When I remodeled my house, she was my first stop, if I had an issue. Thanks so much for your expert help!

[@jaredkierecki8573]

You always make great content ! Great work

[@honeyg3589]

You had me at “never sand”! I am just so grateful for Leah’s channel always being here to hook me up!!

[@TheJessiepacheco1992]

I wish I had your knowledge I am a pipe welder by trade but have been a maintenance Mechanic for 25 years but I have done some carpentry but nothing compared to you my father was pretty good at it he to was a welder but enjoyed working with wood me not so much but I do enjoy your videos have learned from your videos keep up the awesome work

[@janettehammons3966]

Babe, I just love how U make people feel confident. U r an excellent teacher. Thank you! I’ve been watching U for over 3 yrs.

[@sfl6307]

Ok everyone time to share this channel everywhere you can as Leah needs our help and all these years Leah has helped us, time to pay it forward. 👍🏻🤷🏻‍♀️

[@marybelmaldonado4782]

Excellent. The best of the best. Straight to the point. Love watching you.

[@theservco]

Thumbnail photo is priceless!

[@UdonTaco]

The Thumbnail Is Hilarious For a second I thought this was a metal music recommendation from you Leah. But it turned out to be way more informative and just what I needed. I’m glad I saw this today. I am working on prepping my windows, for painting, and this is just what I needed. Thank you.

[@Fetherko]

I see Robert Smith

[@jamesmoeller9366]

SJD, It ain’t perfection, but it’s pretty close! Great insight to: Easier is Smarter! Thank you, Leah! 🎉

[@debtrapp213]

You are still our go to girl! Keep on keeping on!

[@G.I.JeffsWorkbench]

Thanks for sharing this trick. Way better than sanding when you don’t have to!

[@nourbutwatmi]

Great video, I learned this method over 40 years ago and it beats the hell out of using drywall compound. In my area it's called Durabond. Another advantage is, unlike drywall compound, it doesn't shrink.

[@ginacirelli1581]

Thank you, that's great to know. My old house is a creaker and I'd like to patch the current cracks only once.

[@ksw501]

Leah you're a genius!

[@robylove9190]

Thanks Leah. I have done something like this using just what I had on hand. This will make it so much easier.

[@RandyRTorres]

You are one of a kind. Glad to see you still making videos. They're always so helpful. God bless

[@harmonygibbs7904]

wow. as usual you taught me SO much in such a simple and strait forward video. I wish i had this last year when i was fixing the walls after a wall paper tear out but i will know for next time. Thank you!!!

[@bettyplant4793]

Hi Leah, always thank you. I have a ceiling I need to repair because of water damage. Now, I can use this technique instead.

[@bunberrier]

Well played, madam. You drew me in promising one new bit of knowledge, and dropped in 10 more while I was busy being entertained!

[@catherinehall2072]

Every one of your videos are so helpful as I work on my old (107 years old) house. Huge thanks!!!!

[@seejanedrill]

Glad to help

[@chrisbehrend6686]

Thanks, Leah! Great tip at just the right time. I have some kitchen drywall patching to do in the next couple of weeks and I'm anxious to try this method. Nice that it doesn't leave all the dust that sanding would.

[@insightoftheages5571]

I absolutely love your great tips simple doable insightful and worth it

[@frankb1]

I always learn something from this channel.

[@TheRayDog]

Ah, yes. I rarely sand, but because I apply my own fairly heavy texture usually. Thanks for the tip. Your videos are on point, nice voice, and presented well.

[@youknowme8578]

Leah, you are the best. That is something I've never heard of.

[@aland680]

Came on here just to say I LOVE your thumbnail!!!!

[@hankfrankly7240]

What a talented lady! You are amazing! I really enjoy watching your videos and the great lessons you teach. Thank you so much 👍

[@SimonSozzi7258]

That thumbnail is brilliant 👏 😂

[@JSCRocketScientist]

It took me years to work this out and your wall is STILL smoother than mine. I’m slowly scraping off the textured bumps that are EVERYWHERE in my house, and drywalling nice smooth walls. Thanks for the tips!

[@johnjperricone7856]

I love this. I've been in the industry for over 40 years, and have had so many tips and secrets taught to me,. In all that time, I've had some game-changers, but have NEVER EVER heard of doing anything like this. I can tell you, I will be doing this on my next job. Your detailed explanation was spot on, and I KNOW I can replicate what you just showed me. I guess there is no particular brush that you like to use?

[@Coucho]

That water trowel method is a gamechanger. Thanks for sharing.

[@janemonroe921]

Love your thumbnail! It is like a horror show sanding walls. ♥️

[@Herrooooooorara]

Hahahaha your thumbnail is exactly how I end up looking sanding things. Thank you for this video! Helped a lot

[@cookinitmax]

I wish I could spend a year with you so cool watching you .

[@falling4mE]

I've been really into improving my 1898 home in Colorado. It really does look quite beautiful!I I've successfully done the walls in my dining/kitchen, 2 bedrooms, living room, 2 hallways and a large walk-in closet. My biggest achievement was repairing the ceiling in the closet. Someone stepped on the slats. Broke several of them and put a decent sized hole. I replaced the slats. Resecured others. Cut away an almost 2 ft hole due to its damage. I've taken my time with filling the hole. Letting each layer/section dry completely. I've got one layer left. When I'd seen how much I had removed I was pretty freaked out! I knew my dad would flip when I asked him to help me fix it if I failed. I can't wait to how him the pictures of the before and after! I think he's going to be impressed 😃 I have to paint one bedroom and this closet yet. I've been in my project for approximately 5 months. Taking my time. NEXT UP... installing a new furnace and having carpet installed. Changing out the bathroom fixtures and dad's putting down new tile for me there. I'm very proud of myself! 1200 sft 🙃

[@sylviagm]

Lol, I saw myself on that thumbnail, you cracked me up!😂😂😂 Great informative video, thanks!

[@ayokay123]

C'mon, folks. Get her to a million!!!!

[@Caballerocons]

Nice technique. My dad was a union plaster for the studios. He taught how to to all the tricks. No sanding is ideal, but with no sanding you still have a nice hand troweled smootesque finish. Some people like it and some people prefer absolute smooth finish which requires some sanding. Not much, but some sanding. I myself prefer the finish a hand troweled wall leaves. It's art and years of experience.

[@MakerBoyOldBoy]

Good info. For smaller projects I like to use 10 to 20 miinute mud and mix it 7-8 minutes. When firm to touch I spray with light coat of water, then smooth over the area. Wait to dry, use primer, then color coat. For larger areas your schedule is best. Dry walling isn't far removed from plastering. I did work out a way to plug a hole of varying sizes using only mud. I straighten the sides of the hole and then measure it and transfer the measurements to a new piece of drywall. I cut the drywall 1/4 " small on each edge smaller than hole size. I screw in large screws into the new drywall securely to serve ss handles. Using slow set mud I butter all edges of both hole and patch piece. I pick up the patch by the screws and carefully fit it into the hole as all buttered sides meld into each other. I use the side of a trowel to scrape away the excess mud and to level all the patch edges with the hole. Wait until touch firm, remove screws and smooth over the joints and screw holes. Prime and paint. The joint compound becomes an adhesive and drys harder than drywall. I used to call the water spray stage as wet sanding. I don't figure the brush as being necessary. Great channel and subscribed.

[@ThePaulg123]

This is a great video, actually made me have the confidence to consider doing this myself

[@prestonian1066]

The best tip for anyone having plastering work done, especially if you haven't used them before. Hold back some of the payment until you see the plaster dry in daylight. Wet plaster always looks great and is much more difficult to spot imperfections. It's even harder to judge via video. I taught myself a long time ago because there are many "plasterers" who are not very good at plastering or make a hell of a mess in the process.

[@yvettecopeland3413]

I was planning on hanging ¼ " drywall over my 100+ year old attic walls just to get a smooth surface to prim and paint. A much better, less costly and lighter weight solution. Also, I just had a conversation about skim coating and someone insisted that I should bend my trowel for skim coating. Thank you for noting the difference between a drywall vs plaster trowel !

[@brewcity2317]

Great tip!

[@Speeglelookingglass]

Great video! Keep up the good work I hadn't seen you in a long time and you just now popped up again so I'm Glad You Came Back

[@luckycook2320]

Slick stuff! Thanks.

[@a.a.p3254]

I’m pushing 62 I just did a ceiling patch I only discovered using water a few years ago but I would spray the area w water and smooth it out with a rag but Now I see the brush amazing! Cheers 🇨🇦

[@lp8650]

ive been subscribed for a really long time, maybe not on this accountJane. but i knew your were the best from one of the first vids i watched when i broke out a window in college. thanks for that. circa 2013

[@StephenWells707]

Thank you for such a clear and thorough explanation. I hate sanding mud worse than anything!

[@CrazyJoeClark429]

Great video

[@lisaallbright193]

Water trowel! Brilliant. I'm skimming a room and am going to give this a try! Thank you!

[@ErnieHeyek]

WOW Brilliant! Thank you. Sanding is the reason I do not like drywall work!! haha I do not do much drywall repair, but when I do, no sanding is the way to go!!