The EASIEST WAY to SKIM COAT a wall!!!

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Vancouver Carpenter

Vancouver Carpenter

4 жыл бұрын

An EASY, FAST and EFFECTIVE way to SKIM COAT a wall. Great method for DIY!!
Tools I use often:
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Drywall knives:
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4" amzn.to/32OHlw3
6" amzn.to/2LwP1x5
10" amzn.to/2QbLbOp (This one will rust if you leave it wet but feels nice to use)
10" amzn.to/3056fcU (This one is stainless. Stiffer, more expensive but won't rust)
Mud Pan with Grip!! (This is the BOMB! You will thank me!)
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Tin Snips GOOD QUALITY!! amzn.to/2LzlOBv
Drywall Tape Holder!! amzn.to/32Udhzd
Paint Mixer for mud!! amzn.to/303fX0q
Full size mixer!! amzn.to/2LYrMLe
Mixing Drill (just in case)!! amzn.to/2O2oQ2P
Hawk and Trowels
13 inch hawk:
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13 inch trowels:
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12 inch trowels:
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14 inch trowels:
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Auto tools
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Mud tubes and applicator:
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Flushers
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Handle adjustable
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Corner roller (head only, you may need another handle)
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amzn.to/2XpuNZ8 (better quality)

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@kevindorka6328
@kevindorka6328 4 жыл бұрын
just a tip from a german dude on the internet, get your roller prewet and drain like 90% of it before the first saturation process, makes it way easier
@Casmige
@Casmige 2 жыл бұрын
I also pre-wet my paper tape before bedding it. Don’t see that taught or done on any video’s though. Does anybody else pull their drywall paper tape (especially for the corners) through a bucket of water quickly before applying it & bedding it?.
@arivataplays
@arivataplays Жыл бұрын
@@Casmige My coworker was talking about doing this. So I know a few people at my work that do it this way. I think I will try it on my next project.
@getzybaggins
@getzybaggins Жыл бұрын
@@Casmige I do. It smooths out easier but I don’t do corners with wet tape
@leeb.7188
@leeb.7188 Жыл бұрын
Thanks, German dude.
@Ilove_me12919
@Ilove_me12919 Жыл бұрын
@@Casmige I believe Vancouver does have a video on that. He says it's not what the pros do, but there's nothing wrong with it. I believe he says a person shouldn't do on inside corners though.
@ronaldbrown5796
@ronaldbrown5796 3 жыл бұрын
I find using a spray bottle of water to keep the knife blade wet really makes a huge improvement to the finish. A mist of water on the knife blade makes for a very slick surface. A quick sand and your done.
@erminasnaujalis3482
@erminasnaujalis3482 3 жыл бұрын
Just started doing this too. Basically keeping a big bucket of water and storing my tools in it while I roll the mud on. Also, cleaning the blades real quick just before starting to cut and keeping it wet on the finishing cuts. Works like a charm, even tho I'm a noob.
@luv14lyf
@luv14lyf 2 жыл бұрын
If you have or will post your process, let me know
@lynne2374
@lynne2374 4 жыл бұрын
I have watched a zillion different videos. Vancouver Carpenter is by far the easiest to follow and learn from. Thanks!!!!
@Martin-Young
@Martin-Young 2 жыл бұрын
Lynn, I echo your thoughts as well! Ben is very clear, cut and straight to the point.
@larrylozuk
@larrylozuk 4 жыл бұрын
You are the Bob Ross of drywall.
@14locki88
@14locki88 4 жыл бұрын
Bob Ross is not a worker, what an insult.. Bob Ross doesnt know jack shit
@LexiiLou24
@LexiiLou24 2 жыл бұрын
The most I could do was hang a picture on the wall, but now I do skim coats apparently. I did this method and followed up with a stencil design. Everyone thinks it’s professionally done wallpaper. Currently doing an entire water closet, plus the ceiling. Thank you for this video!
@jeffthewhiff
@jeffthewhiff 2 жыл бұрын
Very cool, Lexi!
@randomrazr
@randomrazr 2 жыл бұрын
is premixed mud as good as mixing ur own?
@kotryna8188
@kotryna8188 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for showing the close up! I am doing skim coat job right now, and I was stressing out about leaving some lift offs and small lines on my finish before sanding, thinking I was doing something wrong. Seeing the close up and what finished skim coat realistically looks like, makes me extremely relieved and I will be worrying less with my next skim coat!
@mattrausch9482
@mattrausch9482 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for mixing mud video, your skim coat video, your taping and finishing videos, and your painting video. I just finished a remodel of a bathroom after watching your videos and you've been a very instrumental and making it a very successful project. Keep up the good work!
@slatsgrobneck7515
@slatsgrobneck7515 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I will be trying this on some of the road weary walls in my apartments that have battle scars from nails, hole repairs, etc. The close ups were awesome, much appreciated, and it was great hearing you call out the spots where a novice will need more patience (like around the outlets). Awesome video!
@daytimedreaming8307
@daytimedreaming8307 2 жыл бұрын
@Vancouver Carpenter, this info/demonstration is excellent. I'm doing a 15 x 15 room and am skim coating. I've only done this once before in a very small bathroom. I have watched this vid at least 10 times and get something out of it each time. Thanks for posting !!!! Now...back to the walls 😄
@spencercolgan
@spencercolgan 4 жыл бұрын
Nice video. I like to wet the roller, then dip it into the mud in order that the roller doesn’t take so long to “accept” the mud. Wetting the roller enables us to quickly load the roller. A dry roller takes time to load up since the mud isn’t so wet nor is the roller and therefore the mud is inclined to “resist” adhering to the dry fibers of the roller. Not soaking wet....just moist.
@kiheirc3195
@kiheirc3195 4 жыл бұрын
I really like this tip I do a lot of remodeling and I typically just skim the wall freehand I love the way that this puts an even flow on there thanks a lot buddy
@helpmetoreach1ksubcribers233
@helpmetoreach1ksubcribers233 3 жыл бұрын
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@tonyr8443
@tonyr8443 4 жыл бұрын
I learn something new everytime I watch your videos. Very informative!👍👍👍
@HeidiLyonPervyNoonaGA
@HeidiLyonPervyNoonaGA 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this video. Just purchased a 100+ year old home with plaster walls that I'm going to remove nasty wallpaper from and the walls underneath are horrible. This was exactly what I needed in order to be able to paint them and have them look nice. Couldn't have asked for a better video :)
@ThierryC2373
@ThierryC2373 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this video, I had to do it on all walls and ceiling in a room where the previous owner thought that the texture he applied looked good but was definitely an eyesore. I never did this before and a painter slammed me with a $2500 estimate to do it. I went to the big box and bought some materials and tools instead and wow, amazingly easy. I struggled the most around a big window due to the intricate trim but man, I am happy after the first coat… now… second coat 😅
@someonefemale4195
@someonefemale4195 Жыл бұрын
After doing a very light knockdown texture in my bathroom, I have so much respect for you. My back hurts so much today. I still have to paint. Oh my gosh I started getting so upset over little bits of stuff making lines in my wall. I was also tired and again hurting. I am DIYing the bathroom remodel after work. So there's that. I want to thank you for these videos. This has been my first go at drywall repair and covering. Your videos made it less daunting. Now I will likely use this method in the other bathroom as I do not want texture there.
@jonwiersig5800
@jonwiersig5800 4 жыл бұрын
Hey, Vancouver Carpenter. I watched your video yesterday and today I skim coated my bathroom after removing wallpaper and priming with Gardz. Your rolling method of applying the mud worked GREAT, much faster than using a drywall pan. Where I live all drywall also is textured, so that will be my next step on my bathroom project. I am glad for the texture step as I think that will hide my lack of skill. Thanks for your helpful video!!!
@jimzumbababa6608
@jimzumbababa6608 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this. The house flippers from whom I bought this house did exactly what you said - gouged the walls when removing old wallpaper. I'll try this soon.
@mattotubo
@mattotubo Жыл бұрын
Thanks for all your great videos Ben. I watched this video a few days ago and jumped into trying it today and made a mess because I didn't pay attention to how you did it. Tomorrow will be awesome as I rewatched and think I got more of the details. I also patched a hole and put in a new corner bead thanks to your great instruction. Cheers!
@danielleshkreli7074
@danielleshkreli7074 2 жыл бұрын
This video just saved my life…rather my wall from being totally destroyed lol 😂 I was about to demo it with a sledgehammer because for the last three days I’ve been trying to skim coat it. It just kept getting bumpier and more wavy looking as I moved along. I sanded down all the mud I previously applied and copied this technique and it’s working perfectly! Just one coat and so far it’s amazing! Thank you so much!!!!
@oufannamedbrandon6715
@oufannamedbrandon6715 4 жыл бұрын
This does work pretty well for a DIY situation. Working with mud is alot easier than most think. Just use regular mud, thin to about a pancake/ cake mix and have fun with it! Take your time, don't expect it to be perfect with your first coat. You can always back fill holes with more mud later.. if it looks like crap Mist it liberally with water or a super wet sponge(let it soak in) scrape it all off and try it again. As long as it's not painted yet mud cleans up super easy with water. Sometimes it's easier to clean everything up with a wet rag than it is to mask everything off. Drywall repairs aren't cheap to have done so this is a worthwhile skill to learn!
@zacharymaneja1207
@zacharymaneja1207 Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@notjaysday
@notjaysday 4 жыл бұрын
Using the roller to apply the mud is an excellent tip! Also, starting in the middle. Thanks for all the quality videos - I always learn something new.
@dbayboyds409
@dbayboyds409 4 жыл бұрын
The thing I got the most out of in this video was the very subtle angle changes of the scraper that changed the process from building up to smoothing off. It’s the little things the make the biggest difference to overall finish quality. Thank you
@WillCorg
@WillCorg 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks to you, I started using a hawk and trowel to smooth-coat my knockdown textured walls (I’m doing the ceilings and walls for my whole house @ 3000 sq ft). It sucked at first, but I noticed my trowel was a piece of crap. So after I bent it into shape, it has now cut my time by close to 2/3 of the time it took me using a pan and knife. I was going to try this method, but I’m liking the hawk over the pan, because you can load it quickly using a bucket scraper and then clean the hawk easier and faster than a pan. The trowel being double sided is almost like using two 11” knives at the same time, and I don’t have to keep cleaning the trowel in the pan like you do with a knife and pan. It’s just sooo much faster!!! Like you said though, some jobs require a pan and knife.
@Halicet
@Halicet Жыл бұрын
Really love your videos/channel. Every one of your videos is interesting and informative. Thank you for taking your time to build such a rich resource for others to learn your craft, and how to properly do their own DIY projects. It's been extremely helpful for me as I build out some closets and refinish various parts of my home.
@mendomateo
@mendomateo 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. After watching 4 or 5 other vids, You covered what I ( drywall newbie) needed to know to git r done fast n easy with great results.
@bobmay3888
@bobmay3888 2 жыл бұрын
VC, thanks very much for your advice. The most valuable content from earlier videos was how you loaded your knife for the corners and how to thin the standard compound for pro results. I recently finished a bunch of 12 foot joints on a ceiling right in front of huge windows (i.e. major lighting was right across the seams) and the result is golden. Very proud of the result and I have to give props to you. Next up, I have to skim coat a 100 year old plaster hallway. Looking forward to using your advice again.
@johnhamilton2680
@johnhamilton2680 4 жыл бұрын
Another great video by Mr. Vancouver Carpenter! Thank you.
@maribellenavarez8767
@maribellenavarez8767 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Seems easy enough for a novice like me. Thanks for the tutorial!
@917Stefano
@917Stefano 4 жыл бұрын
This is an excellent technique! Your videos are always helpful. Thanks!
@monav4062
@monav4062 2 жыл бұрын
This is one of the best videos on how to skim coat a wall that I've ever come across on KZbin!!!! And, you said that you can do this on a ceiling too? Great !!! I, unfortunately, had several leaks in my roof last winter and it ruined the ceiling in my living room. And the old paint bubbled and peeled in many places and has left huge spaces on the ceiling where the paint peeled off. I honestly didn't know how to fix it until I saw your video. I haven't tried it yet, but I think it will work! Thank you so much for making this video !!
@charmainesanderson899
@charmainesanderson899 4 жыл бұрын
I wish i saw this a month ago when i had to repair a wall at the rental when they left decals all over the wall that peeled the paint off...this would have been soooo much easier..thanks for the video's, love them!!
@helpmetoreach1ksubcribers233
@helpmetoreach1ksubcribers233 3 жыл бұрын
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@AMentorway4u
@AMentorway4u 4 жыл бұрын
I think you are a good teacher. Nice job. Great video. Respect
@mikemalone9896
@mikemalone9896 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for explaining your work so well!
@leroygreen1877
@leroygreen1877 Жыл бұрын
I have used his tip to skim coat a whole room out and it works...thanks for the vid!!!!
@frankbaldemar9827
@frankbaldemar9827 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks VC i've been waiting for a video like this.
@chriswessels4021
@chriswessels4021 3 ай бұрын
Excellent tip! I’m a carpenter and definitely not a Sheetrock guy. I botched patching a wall after I installed the brackets (14 total) for 4 floating shelves. I used this technique to skim the wall sections and it came out wonderfully! Thank you so much!!
@kristinanoall
@kristinanoall 3 жыл бұрын
Great video!! We were quoted something like $5K to have just one area of our small house retextured and painted. Yeah, no. But we had no clue how to do it ourselves. Thanks for explaining it so clearly!
@danlewis1871
@danlewis1871 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this. Very helpful. I appreciate that you explain everything as you demonstrate
@GadgetsandGrain
@GadgetsandGrain 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for sharing your expertise here. Going to use this technique on my walls before applying wallpaper. Really appreciate your friendly Canadian tone 🇨🇦
@helpmetoreach1ksubcribers233
@helpmetoreach1ksubcribers233 3 жыл бұрын
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@corporatehippy
@corporatehippy 3 жыл бұрын
This is great! Now I can get the same results with a cheap paint roller and 15 years of experience! Seriously, these are great tips and I will use them as best as I can, but this guy has really good knife skills that don't come overnight.
@beyondlimitsproductions1468
@beyondlimitsproductions1468 3 жыл бұрын
I think Im going to try this method again, I tried once before but I think I had the mud a bit too thin! Thanks for posting!
@darreollmooney6881
@darreollmooney6881 4 жыл бұрын
I skim coated 3 walls with the roller method ... small sections then knife smoothed them...I had 'washboard' as you called it and didn't know why - thanks. Position of knife when pulling the mud...who'd a thunk it !!
@theplanetpete8592
@theplanetpete8592 4 жыл бұрын
I just skimmed 2 classrooms the old way 🤮 the next one will definitely be with a roller 👍 thank you for helping me work smarter.
@erminasnaujalis3482
@erminasnaujalis3482 3 жыл бұрын
Lol I don't even know the old way, just copied this. It's just lovely
@helpmetoreach1ksubcribers233
@helpmetoreach1ksubcribers233 3 жыл бұрын
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@albemech
@albemech 2 жыл бұрын
I used your method and it took me to he next level! Thank you, it came out great!
@jeffthewhiff
@jeffthewhiff 2 жыл бұрын
This method of applying mud to drywall is very effective as I tried it once. The tricky part is feathering the edges if you haven't had a lot of experience with a hawk and trowel. The next time I do this, I will take Ben's advice and use the 10" knife instead of the trowel.
@lyteyearz5810
@lyteyearz5810 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for posting this. Really helped me out! Subbed
@Johncalonso
@Johncalonso 9 ай бұрын
Thanks great demonstration, I never would’ve thought of applying skim coat with a roller. Also, probably most important is your demonstration of the proper consistency for the mud.
@xojorgettexo3776
@xojorgettexo3776 2 жыл бұрын
I really love your dry humor!!! 😆 🤣 thank you for the help
@allenburns3177
@allenburns3177 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome tip for spreading out the mud. I have some drywall that was over sanded years ago when the house was built and have never repainted it. Will skim coat it now.
@helpmetoreach1ksubcribers233
@helpmetoreach1ksubcribers233 3 жыл бұрын
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@papak67
@papak67 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome video. I'm remodeling a small bathroom and was fretting on how to skim coat the ceiling. Now I know exactly what to do. Thanks!
@helpmetoreach1ksubcribers233
@helpmetoreach1ksubcribers233 3 жыл бұрын
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@klehman4832
@klehman4832 4 жыл бұрын
The light was a good idea. Just wanna say thanks too! I had a washer-dryer area and using all your tips and techniques, it came out looking amazing. Walls were wallpaper removal damaged and painted over, mudding hadn't been sanded but yet, painted over, tape missing, rotted walls from water leaks, you name it, I had it. Now, they look like all brand new walls. One thing; I didn't have a lot of strength so I used a wetted rubber blade for final smoothing and it resulted in a huge reduction in sanding. The other, when I encountered a lot of bubbles. I put the mud on, took it off and reapplied it immediately, (4-7' wall). Not sure my arm could have taken it if the wall was any bigger. Not sure what it did but no more bubbles. Again, thanks!
@lsabik88
@lsabik88 4 жыл бұрын
THANK YOU! I'm repairing my 1920's plaster walls - first time DIY because nobody around does plaster that I could find. Learned A LOT from your videos. Almost ready to skim. This is VERY helpful. THANKS!!!
@brotheradam
@brotheradam 4 жыл бұрын
lsabik88 as he said, plaster does not always do like that, but, apply a product such as bondcrete to the plaster, then you should get a decent flat finish with this technique bu a true plaster would be a better product sometimes. A trick I use on plaster is to use mesh tape, not paper tape, on corners and around outlets... just take your time. And keep the sections small as you work.
@lsabik88
@lsabik88 4 жыл бұрын
@@brotheradam Agree. I skim with All Purpose -- over repairs on plaster wall. This video helped a lot.
@kevinking5683
@kevinking5683 4 жыл бұрын
Last year I had to get my mom's house ready for sale. One of the projects was doing a skim coat and using this very method. Years ago, when we were kids, my sister thought it would be a good idea to cover two walls with cork. Onto plaster walls. The cork board was hung to the wall using liquid nail... A lot of liquid nail OMG I removed the cork. The liquid nail was like they were drawing and zigzagging with the caulking gun. All I could do was grind down the liquid nail. Get it close to something that resembled flat and then do exactly what the video shows. I was amazed at how well this works. Believe me when I say the 2 walls were F*****up. First time ever trying this. The finished walls with primer then paint was perfect. So follow directions you'll get there.
@lydiaderhake2532
@lydiaderhake2532 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! This is the last step we need in our bathroom and I've been really intimidated, but this looks manageable. Thank you so much!
@classicalretroback
@classicalretroback 3 ай бұрын
Skim coating is certainly not for the faint hearted. I'll keep improving on my knife and roller application. Great skim coating tips.
@mariad4183
@mariad4183 2 жыл бұрын
This was amazing! You are awesome! Thank you for sharing dear!
@jackdolphy8965
@jackdolphy8965 2 жыл бұрын
yes, as an a-merikan I’m glad to know that pan and knife reigns supreme for this. Many thanks for this video, you’ve got me primed to skim.
@db.db12345
@db.db12345 4 жыл бұрын
Trying this tomorrow, but I will start with the closet. Merci !
@RussSchampers
@RussSchampers 3 жыл бұрын
My man. Thank you so much for this video. I only know enough to be dangerous for drywall and I learned some really great tips here - especially for recovering from a monster wallpaper deconstruction.
@helpmetoreach1ksubcribers233
@helpmetoreach1ksubcribers233 3 жыл бұрын
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@Dbb27
@Dbb27 8 ай бұрын
Great video! I have an old house and the hallway is a mess. Appreciate the courage! Just a tip- I like to use a shower squeegee on the finish coat when I’m working on repairs at my rentals. It never drags any dried bits across the finish and sanding is cut down to a minimum. I use for small areas. Don’t think it would work with such a large area but it really reduces the sanding and gives a perfect finish.
@hni7458
@hni7458 3 жыл бұрын
Really good this. Ratio workshop to talk very high/optimised. I'm gonna pack in my small knives, and use the rollers. Many thanks.
@nikkiharvey6148
@nikkiharvey6148 6 ай бұрын
My favorite thing about Vancouver Carpenter is how he makes his mistakes sound amazingly fun. "It fell all over my face. It was super awesome!".
@rbui
@rbui 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for this video! My husband and I knocked out our second coat on our ceiling within a few hours using this method. I rolled and my husband smoothed it out with the knife. We initially used the hawk and trowel for the first coat, and that took 3 painful days. This technique is so much faster and less painful. A world of a difference! Thank you Vancouver Carpenter!
@paulmaxwell8851
@paulmaxwell8851 3 жыл бұрын
A wife who can drywall: life just doesn't get better than this!
@jonsue17
@jonsue17 2 жыл бұрын
Your videos are excellent!!!! Great use of time by getting right to the point, yet detailed enough for a novice. Really appreciate you
@jdeez1401
@jdeez1401 4 жыл бұрын
whenever i have a drywall question, i hope you have made a video for it....youre excellent at explaining things and demonstrating...audio/video quality is appreciated as well...thank you sir....TX here
@helpmetoreach1ksubcribers233
@helpmetoreach1ksubcribers233 3 жыл бұрын
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@mshore74
@mshore74 3 жыл бұрын
I love the roller texture. Even the plasterwork on ceilings is great. It really shows of skill. I hope it comes back in style.
@helpmetoreach1ksubcribers233
@helpmetoreach1ksubcribers233 3 жыл бұрын
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@mshore74
@mshore74 3 жыл бұрын
@@helpmetoreach1ksubcribers233 Very nice work, I would hire you in a heartbeat to fix up my home. That plaster is so much better than the drywall everyone uses here.
@mbburry4759
@mbburry4759 11 ай бұрын
I did the roller texture on walls in a 400sqft room - I think it turned out pretty good looking. I was initially going for smooth, but there were so many patches from rewiring and plumbing, and the old material wasn't nailed up all the great so a bunch of nail pops, wavyness, and random damage - so essentially just got frustrated and was like F it, I'm just going to roll the whole room. Prob should have watched some more of these videos first, but thankfully turned out pretty nice just taping the joints and then rolling the whole wall
@emilyl.1458
@emilyl.1458 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome tutorial. Thanks so much!
@StratKruzer
@StratKruzer 4 жыл бұрын
Definitely helps, especially since as an American I can use the tools I already have. Before this I was all set to but a trowel and hawk. Probably still will do just for the fun of it.
@BasedBidoof
@BasedBidoof 6 ай бұрын
So much useful information in this video. Thank you for providing it for free so I can learn and have a nicer house ♥
@stokefire7
@stokefire7 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the help !
@ccadama
@ccadama 4 жыл бұрын
My first try at skim coating went well but Scott, I used a trowel and hawk. I impressed myself as a first timer. I was looking at different ways to fix a bad paint job (deep deep deep brush marks) and walls where wallpaper was removed. Some people said try thick paint (took too many coats of paint) or paintable wall paper (did not try, I was afraid of seams opening). Skim coating was not that hard and I like how it turned out, a smooth wall.
@coachBux
@coachBux 3 жыл бұрын
@c Adamants your comment has given me some confidence ....i'm about to attempt the same after removing wallpaper from a wall half of the plaster on the wall also came off...i thought a thick wallpaper would cover it up but once i put up once piece of wallpaper i could still see the crack under the wallpaper.. so now going to attempt a skim coat using this method ...wish me luck!
@ccadama
@ccadama 3 жыл бұрын
@@coachBux Good luck. As Scott says, don't try for perfection on the first try. You'll be surprised with the right tools you'll get the technique down in no time.
@punaheleboy
@punaheleboy 2 ай бұрын
Thank you for your video. It’s helping me figure out my next project
@BaddDukk
@BaddDukk Жыл бұрын
Excellent video. I am about to redo a 13x14 room where someone painted several times over wallpaper and I was very concerned with what I was going to do with the walls after I peeled it all off. Thank you.
@remymom
@remymom 2 жыл бұрын
I have a wall that I did a brown paper bag texture..I glued paper bags to wall. Can I use this method to cover it up?
@mrharlemike28
@mrharlemike28 4 жыл бұрын
The humor is always fun! Another great educational video! 😎
@wildeman32
@wildeman32 9 ай бұрын
You’re a good teacher
@RyanPackard
@RyanPackard 4 жыл бұрын
Ive never skim coated an entire wall. I am applying this method to my entire living room because it had an ugly texture. It’s looking great so far! Thank you!
@marvelmusic4566
@marvelmusic4566 7 ай бұрын
"If you press too hard and you're doing a ceiling, you may wind up with a face full of mud. I've had that happen. Super awesome." Your dry humor cracks me up. I'm vastly appreciative of you taking the time to make these videos for us. I understand they are a lot work as well. They are supremely educational, well constructed, communicated and entertaining as a bonus. Thank you so much. (And, don't take this the wrong way, you're nice to look at).
@AllenScantland
@AllenScantland 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome, very helpful. Best video on skin coat
@amyvowles9553
@amyvowles9553 Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Best way I have seen so far and I will try out tonight! Easy and doable. :D
@Fidelis60
@Fidelis60 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Ben. Very helpfull
@johnp4871
@johnp4871 Жыл бұрын
"When working on the ceiling you may have a roller fall on your face... It's super awesome." LOL 😆😅 I love your videos man! Thank you for taking the time to make them.
@kisamose
@kisamose 3 жыл бұрын
Super helpful! Now I am not afraid to do this!
@khaderyehya1543
@khaderyehya1543 4 жыл бұрын
this is awesome, you just blew my mind!!!! i wish i saw this before i redid my basement. love your videos, your the man!
@helpmetoreach1ksubcribers233
@helpmetoreach1ksubcribers233 3 жыл бұрын
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@johnschutt9187
@johnschutt9187 3 жыл бұрын
This is VERY helpful. Thank you.
@bobsum1745
@bobsum1745 3 жыл бұрын
I've skim coated old plaster wall and it looks beautiful. Like new.
@adewaleashogbon9161
@adewaleashogbon9161 3 жыл бұрын
Hello. Can I use this paint roller technique to skim coat a plastered wall ??
@roypaulcarter4654
@roypaulcarter4654 3 жыл бұрын
Nice tip brother. Thank you so much.
@ESPINDESIGNS
@ESPINDESIGNS 4 жыл бұрын
Didn't know John Mulaney also did remodels, great video!
@bradsmith4279
@bradsmith4279 3 жыл бұрын
"I'm sooooorrryyy"
@guitguy6579
@guitguy6579 3 жыл бұрын
Yes, best comment!
@chaingun87
@chaingun87 3 жыл бұрын
Literally just finished listening to new in town while putting drywall up
@youtoober2013
@youtoober2013 2 жыл бұрын
Ha I thought I recognized him!
@jasongarnsey8978
@jasongarnsey8978 11 ай бұрын
Thanks Ben I do every type of construction in eglin airforce base and been having trouble hawk and troweling for first time gonna try this an see if I can't cover my joints better
@Lukasz10000000000000
@Lukasz10000000000000 4 жыл бұрын
Don't know if you have that in Canada. Polimer based ready mixes dedicated for a roller. They dry long (48h +/- before sanding), but you can apply a whole wall before it starts drying out. like LSR from Fluegger.
@paulmaxwell8851
@paulmaxwell8851 3 жыл бұрын
I've been drywalling for years, not as a professional, but as part of my building career. You'd think I would know it all by now. But here I am, still learning new tricks from this young guy. Great series of videos, Vancouver Carpenter! I'm about 500 km east of you in central British Columbia.
@raddad9041
@raddad9041 3 жыл бұрын
doubt you are 500km East and still in central BC. I guess North East since you say central BC. Williams lake is about that. Hah, just threw me off when you said East and somehow central.
@joelmurray2290
@joelmurray2290 Жыл бұрын
What's a good grit sand paper to use after doing this stage
@GiveItAGoBakes
@GiveItAGoBakes 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this! It looks very simple
@richwood2741
@richwood2741 4 жыл бұрын
I will need to try this. Thanks.
@TheNationwide79
@TheNationwide79 4 ай бұрын
helped me a lot. thanks. I enjoyed your nine club episode!
@stephenspradley1086
@stephenspradley1086 3 жыл бұрын
About to tackle my first room and this channel has helped immensely, thanks!
@helpmetoreach1ksubcribers233
@helpmetoreach1ksubcribers233 3 жыл бұрын
kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJm6oItuedhkl6c
@edover50
@edover50 4 жыл бұрын
Super good video thanks Ben. I’ll use this
@bklyncyclist
@bklyncyclist 3 жыл бұрын
I tried another method to get the first coat on and was totally frustrated, and then tried this method today. I used an old half roller since the room is tiny (it is a toilet separate from the rest of the bathroom) and I only had a gallon bucket of compound where a full roller wouldn't fit. I rolled onto the first wall above a window and took the knife and voila, done and smooth. I did the side wall, really only half a wall because tile goes halfway up, and it came out much better. Easy almost. It'll need some touch-up, but I took the advice to touch up later rather than muck up now.
@ilmk92089
@ilmk92089 4 жыл бұрын
This answered my question about whether a coat needed to go over all the drywall before painting.
@helpmetoreach1ksubcribers233
@helpmetoreach1ksubcribers233 3 жыл бұрын
kzbin.info/www/bejne/sJm6oItuedhkl6c
@stephaniecontartesi6421
@stephaniecontartesi6421 4 жыл бұрын
Oh my God I am so going to do this.I have a wall in my bathroom and I had a leak so I have a big hole at the bottom and once I fix that I'm going to do this because I peeled off all the paint and so now there's all those little pieces of cardboard from the drywall and little holes here and there and I'm looking at it like oh my God. This video is ingenious, I just want to say. Thank you so very much.
@marthahahn2773
@marthahahn2773 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this information. What’s the name of the product that you use for do this skin’s wall. Thank you 🙏🏻
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