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Understand Mesh Tape Characteristics and Cons

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The video transitions to mesh tape, outlining its disadvantages. It states that mesh tape lacks the strength of paper tape, which can make cracks more visible over time. Unlike paper tape, it does not have a pre-crease for inside corners, making corner applications more challenging. It is also noted to be more expensive and can only be effectively used with fast-setting (hot) joint compound.

Goal: Learn about mesh tape's features and limitations

Tools and materials

  • Mesh Tape — Illustrating its properties and contrasting it with paper tape
  • Fast-setting Joint Compound Durabond — Mentioned as the only compatible mud type for mesh tape

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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 to mesh tape is that it sticks to your drywall. It's a little bit easier for beginners to use. You're not going to have the same bubbles that you will with

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