We are remodeling a house that we're hoping to flip, so we have to keep the cost down, so is it possible for an untrained person to mud and tape sheetrock, that will look good? We replaced walls and ceilings, so I know it will be a lot of work. Any tips on how the pros' do it?
2006-08-09 10:02:20 · 9 answers · asked by queenofthisdump 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
You can do it, the secret is to use thin coats, and sand, sand, sand!!! Take your time, and go slow. Remember that you will have to sand any rough spots, so you want to make it as smooth as possible.
Wear old clothes and respiratory protection when sanding.
2006-08-09 10:42:13 · answer #1 · answered by fire4511 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The sheet rock could no longer be flush with the tile. there is no longer a a million/4" huge difference between a million/2" sheetrock and a million/2" hardiboard. It there's a noticable huge difference, what you actual want is to tear it out and performance it put in suitable. depending typically lack off understanding on your question, you AND David could leave this kind of work to those with a clue.
2016-11-23 18:09:47 · answer #2 · answered by knake 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's not rocket science, but it does take some care to do it properly. There is some work involved in sanding the joint smooth after you float it. And the better job you do floating the joint, the less sanding there is.
take advantage of any classes Home Depot is willing to give.
2006-08-09 11:03:31 · answer #3 · answered by Jeffrey S 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I like the answer of hiring someone and helping them. Taping and mudding does suck. If it's you've got time and patience go for it.
2006-08-11 02:09:58 · answer #4 · answered by kcdc 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would suggest hiring a good handyman with drywall experience and help him so you can learn. I've hired out and taught several people.
2006-08-09 10:17:29 · answer #5 · answered by jodycat2@verizon.net 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just go to Home Depot and they'll show you what to use and how to apply it. It's very easy to do the first time.
2006-08-09 10:10:58 · answer #6 · answered by Birdman 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
HD has training sessions on it. it isn't very expensive to have done. use the thinist coat possible to min. sanding. dust gets in everything.
2006-08-09 16:39:04 · answer #7 · answered by zocko 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it can be done by novices however you need to at least find a good how to book or find some one that you can talk to in person to instruct you its too much for this forum
2006-08-09 10:10:10 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can check out this guide for tips http://www.allhomerepairsyourself.com/how-to-drywall.htm
2006-08-09 19:25:59 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋