Apply Paper Tape to an Inside Corner

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What happens here

The creator demonstrates the proper technique for applying paper tape to an inside corner. He applies joint compound to the corner, presses the pre-creased paper tape into the mud, and then uses a drywall knife to embed it firmly and remove excess compound, creating a clean and strong corner.

Goal: Effectively tape an inside drywall corner

Tools and materials

Drywall Knife — Embedding tape and smoothing mud
Joint Compound — Applying to the corner before embedding tape
Mud Pan — Holding joint compound
Paper Tape — Taping inside corners

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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 your seam at the center. Go down. Clean up your edges. Mesh tape lacks the strength of paper tape. Cracks are a little bit more visible. It's not creased in the middle for your inside corners and it's a little bit pricier than paper tape. It can only be used with hot mud. Some pros

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