Apply Skim Coat and Final Sanding
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Getting Drywall Into a House In The Winter
What happens here
After the joint compound has fully dried and cured, a skim coat (or final coat of mud) is applied to further smooth the entire surface, followed by a finishing sand. This meticulous sanding ensures a perfectly flat and smooth surface, preparing the walls and ceilings for primer and paint. The presenter highlights the decision to maintain clean, square-wrapped drywall around windows and doors for a modern look, rather than adding traditional trim, except for the kitchen window and front door where trim is necessary.
Goal: Achieve perfectly smooth and finished drywall surfaces, ready for paint.
Tools and materials
- Drywall Knives/Trowels
- Fine-grit Sandpaper
- Sanding Pole/Hand Sander
- Joint Compound (Mud)
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