Apply Paper Tape to a Flat Seam

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The creator demonstrates applying paper tape to a flat drywall seam. He notes that paper tape typically lays flatter than mesh tape and is easier to feather out, which helps in achieving a smoother finish. He also points out that paper tape is generally more cost-effective than mesh tape.

Goal: Show application and benefits of paper tape on flat seams

Tools and materials

Drywall Knife — Applying and smoothing joint compound over the tape
Paper Tape — Applying to drywall seams
Joint Compound — Embedding the paper tape

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Paper tape versus mesh tape. Are you using the right one? Let's get after it. Paper tape. Paper tape is much stronger than mesh tape. Perfect for inside corners because it has this crease already in it. It works with both kinds of mud, your all purpose mud and your fast setting mud. It lays down on your seam a little bit flatter and it's easier to feather out and it's usually cheaper than your mesh tape. There are some cons to paper tape though. It's a little bit steeper of a learning curve. You got to make sure that you get enough mud underneath there it sticks well, it doesn't bubble. Paper tape can bubble when air gets trapped behind it. Mud

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