Short Answer: Why Is My Drywall Tape Bubbling or Cracking? Drywall tape usually bubbles or cracks because: There was not enough mud under the tape The mud started drying before the tape was embedded The wrong compound was used Coats were applied too thick The drywall moved Most tape failures are installation mistakes, not material...
Most people think drywall is simple. Cut it. Screw it up. Spread some mud. Done. Then they try it. And suddenly they realize they’re making three trips to the store because they don’t have half the tools they actually need. I’ve been doing drywall repairs and installs for years here in the Cleveland area. Old...
Short Answer: If you want this simple: 1.Bed the tape in All Purpose compound Let it dry fully 3.Apply a second coat with a wider knife 4.Apply a thin final coat and feather wide 5.Sand lightly Thin coats win. Wide feathering wins. Patience wins. Now let me walk you through it the way I actually...
Short Answer: To fix a nail pop correctly: Drive a drywall screw into the stud just above or below the pop. Set the popped nail slightly deeper or remove it. Apply joint compound in thin coats. Sand lightly. Prime and repaint. If you only mud over the bump, it will come back. The key is...
Short Answer: To install drywall corner bead correctly: Cut the bead to length. Secure it straight and tight to the corner. Apply thin coats of joint compound. Feather each coat wider than the last. Sand lightly and prime before painting. Straight bead plus thin coats equals clean corners. Now let’s go step by step the...
Short Answer: What Type of Joint Compound Do I Need? If you are standing in the drywall aisle wondering what type of joint compound you need, you are not alone. The real decision usually comes down to all purpose joint compound vs setting compound, and knowing when to use each one. The best joint compound...
Yes — you can apply joint compound over painted drywall, but proper prep is key. Lightly sand the painted surface to remove sheen, clean off dust, and apply the compound in thin layers. Once dry, sand smooth, prime, and repaint for a seamless finish. 🏠 Joint Compound on Painted Drywall: Q&A Guide 🔹 Basics Q:...