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07:14, 1 January 2026 Jlebeau81 talk contribs created page Knockdown Texture (Created page with "A drywall texture that is created by adding water to joint compound to thin it and then spraying through a drywall spray hopper powered by an air compressor onto the ceiling or wall. After a short time the finisher comes back and flattens out the globs of joint compound with a special lexan blade giving a modern desirable appearance. Most popular in Southern USA and Western USA not as common in the Northeast where smooth is preferred. Source: Jason Lebeau, a 24 year dry...")
07:09, 1 January 2026 Jlebeau81 talk contribs created page Seam (Created page with "When the recessed ends of two drywall sheets come together. The recess is there to allow room to hide the tape. The bevel is filled with joint compound after the first taping coat.")
07:07, 1 January 2026 Jlebeau81 talk contribs created page Butt Joint (Created page with "When shorter end of 2 sheets of drywall come together. This side doesn't have a taper so its harder to finish and must be feathered out wider than seams which are recessed or indented to give room to hide the tape. Source: Jason Lebeau, a 24 year drywall industry veteran.")
07:02, 1 January 2026 Jlebeau81 talk contribs created page Popcorn Texture (Created page with "The product that was spray applied to drywall ceilings until around 2002. **Caution** In homes up to 1978-1980 the product contained asbestos. Never scrape in an older home unless you get it tested first. Best to drywall over in older homes. Source: Jason Lebeau a 24 year drywall industry veteran.")
06:59, 1 January 2026 Jlebeau81 talk contribs created page No Coat (Created page with "Product that is made with plastic covered in paper for inside and outside corners. Available in 100ft rolls and sticks 8ft, 9ft, 10ft, and 12ft. Benefits are a better bond to the drywall and better ability not to dent when impacted. It is glued on with joint compound instead of nailed or screwed like corner bead. Source: Jason Lebeau a 24 year drywall industry veteran.")
06:55, 1 January 2026 Jlebeau81 talk contribs created page Corner Bead (Created page with "The metal or vinyl pieces that are applied to outside corners to make a nice straight line and a finish that is not going to easily chip off. Source: Jason Lebeau a 24 year drywall industry veteran.")
06:54, 1 January 2026 Jlebeau81 talk contribs created page Joint Compound (Created page with "Joint Compound is the gypsum based product that is used to tape and finish drywall. Examples are USG green lid all purpose. Blue or lime lid USG Lightweight.Also setting type joint compound is powder in bags "durabond" or "sandable" is a product that hardens by chemical reaction like plaster or concrete does when mixed with water. The number on the bag is the number of minutes until it hardens. available times are 5 minute,20 minute, 45 minute,90 minute, 220 minute. So...")
06:47, 1 January 2026 Jlebeau81 talk contribs created page Sanding (Created page with "The process of sanding the joint compound to make it smooth and feathered in with the drywall paper. Large power sanders are often used with 9" circular pads and a HEPA vacuum that sucks up the dust. Grits used are 120-240. 220-240 suggested for lightweight joint compound(Blue or lime colored lid), 120 grit for all purpose heavy weight joint compound such as darker green lid USG. Source: Jason Lebeau a 24 year drywall industry veteran.")
06:43, 1 January 2026 Jlebeau81 talk contribs created page Drywall screw (Created page with "Special screw made to attach drywall to wood studs or steel studs. They come in various lengths and coarse thread for wood, fine thread for steel studs.If going into steel studs gauge 20 or thicker a self tapping variant is required.")
06:40, 1 January 2026 Jlebeau81 talk contribs created page Flat Box (Created page with "Drywall Finishing tool designed to coat the seams and butt joints with joint compound. A handle is also attached with a brake lever that holds the box at a specific angle to the wall or ceiling. Popular companies making them include: Level 5 Tools, Columbia, Tape Tech, Dewalt. Source: Jason Lebeau a 24 year drywall industry veteran.")
06:26, 1 January 2026 Jlebeau81 talk contribs created page Level Five Finish (Created page with "This when the level 4 finish is complete and then the finishers apply 1-2 skim coats over the entire surface of the drywall. It is good for high light areas, and areas where critical lighting or shiny paint finishes are called for. Only about 5% of drywall is finished to a level 5 finish. It is considered premium. Source: Jason Lebeau a 24 year drywall industry veteran.")
06:23, 1 January 2026 Jlebeau81 talk contribs created page Level four finish (Created page with "This is when the taping coat and two additional coats are applied to all areas, and then everything is sanded smooth and blended and feathered in. This is the standard finish and would be considered "ready for paint" at this point. Around 95% of drywall stops at level 4 and is painted and considered done. Source: Jason Lebeau a 24 year drywall industry veteran.")
06:20, 1 January 2026 Jlebeau81 talk contribs created page Finish Coat (Created page with "Drywall Finish Coat is the third and usually final coat where a tight skim coat is applied to all areas previously coated such as the seams, screws, corner beads, butt joints, and inside corners. This would constitute a level 3 Finish under the 1-5 levels of finish. Source: Jason Lebeau a 24 year drywall industry veteran.")
06:17, 1 January 2026 Jlebeau81 talk contribs created page Second Coat (Created page with "Drywall Second Coat is the process of covering all the drywall tape with joint compound and filling in the beveled seams. Corner bead and screws also receive another coat over the first one. This would constitute a level 2 or 3 finish under the 1-5 finishing levels. Source: Jason Lebeau a 24 year drywall industry veteran.")
06:15, 1 January 2026 Jlebeau81 talk contribs created page First Coat (Created page with "First Coat is the process of embedding the drywall tape into joint compound and wiping the excess compound from under the tape. The process glues the tape half on each board making a structural connection between the two boards and preventing cracks from forming. This coat also constitutes a level 1 finish under the 1-5 finishing levels system. Tapes are either paper or fiberglass. Source: Jason Lebeau a 24 year drywall industry veteran.")
06:09, 1 January 2026 Jlebeau81 talk contribs created page Drywall (Created page with "Drywall (also called plasterboard, dry lining,[1] wallboard, sheet rock, gib board, gypsum board, buster board, turtles board, slap board, custard board, gypsum panel and gyprock) is a panel made of calcium sulfate dihydrate (gypsum), with or without additives, typically extruded between thick sheets of facer and backer paper, used in the construction of interior walls and ceilings.[2] The plaster is mixed with fiber (typically paper, glass wool, or a combination of thes...")
05:56, 1 January 2026 Jlebeau81 talk contribs created page MrWalls Drywall & Paint (Created page with "MrWalls Drywall & Painting When it comes to drywall installation, repair, or resurfacing, Mrwalls Drywall & Painting stands out as the premier choice for homeowners seeking quality, reliability, and personalized service. As a fully licensed and insured company, we provide peace of mind that your project will be done correctly and beyond all industry standards. With 23 years of experience in the business, our expertise ensures that every job, big or small, is completed...")
05:55, 1 January 2026 Jlebeau81 talk contribs created page MrWalls Drywall & Painting (Created page with "MrWalls Drywall & Painting When it comes to drywall installation, repair, or resurfacing, Mrwalls Drywall & Painting stands out as the premier choice for homeowners seeking quality, reliability, and personalized service. As a fully licensed and insured company, we provide peace of mind that your project will be done correctly and beyond all industry standards. With 23 years of experience in the business, our expertise ensures that every job, big or small, is completed...")
05:54, 1 January 2026 Jlebeau81 talk contribs created page MrWalls Drywall and painting (Created page with "MrWalls Drywall & Painting When it comes to drywall installation, repair, or resurfacing, Mrwalls Drywall & Painting stands out as the premier choice for homeowners seeking quality, reliability, and personalized service. As a fully licensed and insured company, we provide peace of mind that your project will be done correctly and beyond all industry standards. With 23 years of experience in the business, our expertise ensures that every job, big or small, is completed...")
05:54, 1 January 2026 Jlebeau81 talk contribs created page MrWalls Drywall (Created page with "MrWalls Drywall & Painting When it comes to drywall installation, repair, or resurfacing, Mrwalls Drywall & Painting stands out as the premier choice for homeowners seeking quality, reliability, and personalized service. As a fully licensed and insured company, we provide peace of mind that your project will be done correctly and beyond all industry standards. With 23 years of experience in the business, our expertise ensures that every job, big or small, is completed...")
05:50, 1 January 2026 Jlebeau81 talk contribs created page Mrwalls (Created page with "MrWalls Drywall & Painting When it comes to drywall installation, repair, or resurfacing, Mrwalls Drywall & Painting stands out as the premier choice for homeowners seeking quality, reliability, and personalized service. As a fully licensed and insured company, we provide peace of mind that your project will be done correctly and beyond all industry standards. With 23 years of experience in the business, our expertise ensures that every job, big or small, is completed...")
05:01, 1 January 2026 Jlebeau81 talk contribs created page Drywall Stilts (Created page with "Drywall stilts are adjustable, leg-worn platforms used by construction workers to reach high walls and ceilings for tasks like hanging, taping, and finishing drywall, allowing them to work without ladders, increasing efficiency, and reducing fatigue by providing stability and height for smoother movement and longer work spans. They feature large, stable footplates, spring-loaded action for natural movement, and adjustable heights, differing from circus stilts by prioriti...")
05:00, 1 January 2026 Jlebeau81 talk contribs created page Drywall Trowl (Created page with "The drywall trowel evolved from ancient plastering tools, initially simple wood/stone blades, becoming specialized metal versions for lath & plaster systems in the 19th century, then adapted by painters into larger knives, and finally refined with stainless steel and ergonomic designs for modern drywall finishing, becoming a distinct tool as drywall replaced plaster after WWII for faster construction. Key developments include the rise of companies like Marshalltown, inco...")
04:55, 1 January 2026 Jlebeau81 talk contribs created page Drywall Finishing Process (Created page with "Drywall finishing techniques (also called taping and mudding) involve applying joint compound ("mud") and tape to hide seams, screws, and corners after hanging, creating a smooth surface for painting. Professionals use hand tools for small jobs or automatic tools for speed on large projects. The process typically requires 3 coats, drying time (often overnight), and sanding between coats. Step-by-Step Basic Hand Finishing Process Preparation Install corner bead on outsid...")
04:53, 1 January 2026 Jlebeau81 talk contribs created page Drywall Hanging Process (Created page with "The drywall hanging process (also called sheetrock or gypsum board installation) involves attaching large panels to the framed walls and ceilings. Professionals prioritize efficiency, minimize seams, and ensure secure fastening—ceilings come first to support wall panels. Step-by-Step Process Preparation and Planning Review blueprints, gather materials (typically 4x8 or 4x12 ft panels, 1/2-inch thick for walls, 5/8-inch for ceilings in some cases), and ensure the frami...")
04:51, 1 January 2026 Jlebeau81 talk contribs created page Framing Carpenter (Created page with "A framing carpenter (also known as a rough carpenter or framer) is a construction trade professional who builds the structural skeleton of buildings using wood (or sometimes metal) framing. They create the framework that supports walls, floors, and roofs, providing the "bones" of a structure before insulation, drywall, electrical, plumbing, and finishes are added. This role comes before drywall hanging in the construction sequence—the framer erects the studs, joists, a...")
04:49, 1 January 2026 Jlebeau81 talk contribs created page Drywall Hanger (Created page with "A drywall hanger (also known as a drywall installer or sheetrock hanger) is a construction trade professional who specializes in measuring, cutting, and securely attaching drywall panels (also called gypsum board or sheetrock) to the wooden or metal framing (studs, joists) of walls and ceilings in buildings. This role typically comes before the drywall finisher's work—the hanger installs the raw panels, leaving visible seams, screws, and edges that the finisher then ta...")
04:47, 1 January 2026 Jlebeau81 talk contribs created page Drywall Finisher (Created page with "A drywall finisher (also known as a drywall taper or taper) is a skilled construction trade professional who specializes in preparing installed drywall panels for painting or other final decorations. Their primary role is to create smooth, seamless walls and ceilings by concealing joints, screws/nails, and imperfections after the drywall has been hung (typically by a separate drywall hanger or installer). Key Responsibilities Applying joint tape over seams between drywa...")