Drywall Finishing Services

There are three phases to drywall finishing: tape coating, finish (or skim) coating, and the sanding and touch-up work you’ll do at the end. Before you begin, however, you’ll need to mix the fast-setting compound into a paste about the consistency of warm cake icing (without lumps or bubbles)

If the finish doesn’t quite meet the smoothness test, don’t be afraid to apply another thin layer of mud. Your drywall surface is now ready to accept paint, wallpaper, or a texturizing treatment. Wipe the surfaces clean of dust before painting or texturizing the wall or ceiling surfaces.

An experienced drywall hanging crew might install all the board in just two days. It could take you two or three weeks as you start to develop speed and accuracy.

Drywall is a board made from plaster, wood pulp, or other materials, and it forms the interior walls of your home. Generally, it takes between 4 to 6 weeks to install, depending on factors such as: The size of the home. The complexity of the framing/layout.

The final product of these discussions was six different levels of drywall finishing clients could choose from, contained in the Gypsum Association’s “Recommended Levels of Finish for Gypsum Board, Glass Mat and Fiber-Reinforced Gypsum Panels”