How To Mud & Tape Drywall Butt Joints

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Shannon from www.house-impr... shows you the way he finishes drywall "butt" joints. Those are the joints in the drywall that are not beveled, they are two straight edges beside each other. Video © 2014 SKS Media.
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@ranman4481 7 лет назад

Thank you for not including a COMPLETE HISTORY of drywall taping like some other videos and thank you for not over explaining each and every tool. You jump right into it, and that's what viewers really want to see. Big thumbs up!! Thanks!!

@heidis8713 5 лет назад

Agree with RAN MAN and (with his permission) adding to the list: "Thank you for not playing loud and/or annoying music."

@TheOtherBradBird 2 года назад

It would be fine to go into the complete history afterward. Hell it might be kinda chill if you were to channel Bob Ross and ramble about it while you finished more joints. That being said, everyone hates loud, distracting music during a tutorial and example video.

@jackshort7913 Год назад

Agree on the NOT playing loud music!

@joesoika2628 2 года назад

You demonstrated a perfect way to get a butt joint done without any extra work. Been in the carpentry business for over 5 decades and your video is welcome to the Smart and not so Smart of doing things right. Thank you, Joe

@MrSeanf1 6 лет назад

Your videos turned a heavy duty mechanic (myself) into a reno addict. I bought my 1st home this yr and ive done everything from opening up load bearing walls, replacing small windows with large windows, drywall, wiring, framing. When in doubt i tune in and sure as crap every time i need to know sonething u got a vid to help me along the way. Thanks a bunch and keep it up

@jeffthewhiff 7 лет назад

As a professional painting contractor, I can appreciate this video because I have encountered this type of finish work where the joints are not beveled and it is necessary to try and hide the taped area without leaving a hump on the wall. Very good job of explaining this technique, Shannon.

@ds99 10 лет назад

Thanks Shannon. I did some of this in the fall and had great difficulty getting the wall smoothed. You make it look so easy but it's actually quite a skill. Thanks for the tips. That bevelled putty knife is an excellent idea. I will get one of those for my next project - basement.

@richardshields5200 Год назад

As someone who has never done this before and had no idea where to even begin, I found this video very informative. I feel confident that I can do the job myself.

@captainquint25 9 лет назад

Well done Shannon. Your videos are clear and, verbally, you explain the processes in an understandable and concise fashion. Thank you., I wish you every success.

@sidsid9808 2 года назад

I am a DYIer and doing small drywalling jobs around home for 25 years. From your video, I learned that wider mud on butt joint makes a smoother finish.

@HouseImprovements 2 года назад

Absolutely makes them less noticeable for sure

@cjhayter6346 7 лет назад

I do a lot of rehabs. and am always watching these videos. You have done a great job explaining without over complicating. easy to follow and fairly thorough. thank you

@johnpurdy4242 5 лет назад

Cj Hayter A

@jfperkins3 7 лет назад

This is outstanding. Your tone, your systematic, step- by-step presentation, and your clarity make it look actually doable. Thank you for presenting the results of your years of experience in such a pleasant way. I particularly appreciate your not having a "Dancing with the Starts" lead in, or cacophonous musics wasting time or distracting from your video.

@blakmagikwomn 9 лет назад

I love this guy! I only wish I had one just like him at home, lol. These tutorials have helped me to proficiently choose materials AND do a great DIY job.

@williamneal2166 Год назад

Great video, no dramtics, no intro stuff, right down to how to do it. Best format and information I have seen in a while, thanks

@jollyandwaylo 9 лет назад

For beginners, I suggest lightly damping the tape. I learned taping from an old head carpenter and he had me run the tape through water and use my fingers to 'sqeegee' off the water as it came out of the tub of water. This technique stops the problem of dry pockets in the tape. Also, you don't have to thin the mud on that coat which would be easier for a beginner. Great video, like usual. For beginners, I would also suggest a bare bulb shining on your work from the side so you can see any imperfections during the finish. If you can't see any imperfections with a harsh side light, you won't see any when the room is lighted during normal use.

@gil-juniorriseabovebetraya5972 5 лет назад

jollyandwaylo any other suggestions mates?

@wisconsinwoodsman1987 Год назад

You can also run some mud over your tape once it is embedded and clean it off. Keeps bubbles from forming.

@tr4u5mp90 7 лет назад

I've done tape and float work in my house and now know what went wrong. Thank you Shannon for clearly explaining the steps. ...

@leonardcantrell5662 7 лет назад

Thanks Shannon, I've been around a little while and done a few houses and log houses. You have done an excellent job on your videos and instructions. I appreciate the time and effort you have put into these. Thank you very much. I look forward to seeing more. Lamar

@winstonlyon9892 2 года назад

Thanks for your very detailed explanation.

@michaeldavidharris 9 лет назад

I have seen many of your videos. Not only are you a professional builder, but you are an excellent teacher!You have the common touch to teaching these many crafts!

@HouseImprovements 9 лет назад

+Michael Harris thank you

@joshashdown4431 8 лет назад

That was very informative. You explained this better than other videos I've seen. Thank you!

@HouseImprovements 8 лет назад

You are welcome

@Maxkil 7 лет назад

yes you explained this really well. Good job mate! Only thing is, do you prefer pre mixed plaster? I think its weak! and takes all day to dry! But is kind of convenient at the same time. Tell me what you think of my drywall repair channel. Your channel is awesome!

@thomasseibold4055 6 лет назад

It really is beautiful to see skilled tradesmen ply their craft. That first swipe with the curved trowel at about 5:00 is delightful to watch.

@brysondockrill4378 8 лет назад

Best DIY channel I've found. You've been a ton of help on numerous projects. Thanks!

@HouseImprovements 8 лет назад

glad to help

@ccurrier1970 Год назад

Hi, I'm new to remodeling & trying my hand at sheetrock work & this video was very helpful. Thank you & I'll be watching more of your videos on inside & outside corners.

@stevelowe340 10 лет назад

Well done I wish I had this information 15 years ago when I built the two bedrooms in my house that was a lot of trial and error before I got it right. thanks for the info

@Yannis2022 9 лет назад

Been going thru all the drywall spackle vids on the tube that I could/can find and this is absolutely one of the best. And again, the humps revealed by the sun situation can be mitigated using a flash light from the side as Shannon has learned us in one of his other vids. Thanks Shannon, the video was really appreciated.

@brutebiz82 7 лет назад

I always use a drop light while mudding and/or sanding to illuminate any ridges or valleys that aren't conspicuous with the naked eye.

@HouseImprovements 7 лет назад

Yes you should for sure

@danielyazz3907 5 лет назад

What's a drop light stranger?

@davezima4167 5 лет назад

Let me second the fact that your teaching is great and perfect for beginners like myself. I have seen a number of these videos and yours is the best. I feel that I can do it and I don't need year of experience with a trowel and knife before I get it right. Thank you!

@paulkezar6124 7 лет назад

Thank you for the great video instructions Shannon. Ive never tape/mudded and going to give it a go now!

@10asians 9 лет назад

Hi Shannon, Thank you for the great video! You are obviously a craftsman. You make this look so easy and I know that it isn't! You are kind of like the Bob Ross of Drywall. Nice work!

@markk9184 7 лет назад

The Bob Ross of Drywall. How Frigging appropriate! Got a good belly laugh out of that one!!!

@Maxid1 10 лет назад

I did taping for a long time before I learned what you're teaching here. It took me a while to learn not to work it too much and then how to properly pressure the blade to feather out the mud. The taping boxes take away the need for this level of skill now.

@warretw 10 лет назад

Best how-to videos on youtube I've found!!

@lyrickstorm7111 4 года назад

Hey I have the same picture👌👍

@haroldcall2441 4 года назад

Well done, Shannon. I've seen drywall finished numerous times, but you explain all the details that are not really noticeable otherwise. Like the angle of the trowel, more pressure st the end of the trowel, etc. Good job. Thank you.

@HouseImprovements 4 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@chrishulser 8 лет назад

Great video...right amount of detail and usable for all skill levels. Thanks!

@phillipmuller7024 7 лет назад

I really enjoy your videos. I'm fairly newly we'd (3 years now) and we are redoing the whole house one step at a time. I've never done this stuff before. Thank you for your help. God bless!

@HouseImprovements 7 лет назад

good luck!

@peterbarjona6150 4 года назад

That was excellent, you made it very easy to understand, you're a natural teacher.....THANK YOU.

@HouseImprovements 4 года назад

Wow, thank you!

@Southerncyclist Год назад

I know exactly why my project isn't going as easy as it could now. Get the right tools for the job.

@joemendez6050 9 лет назад

Thanks for the lesson, It help me fix my wall.

@baseballfan148927 7 лет назад

Thank you for these video's. I followed your process for mixing mud for the various coats, taping and sanding. I'm amazed with the results I've achieved.

@HouseImprovements 7 лет назад

great to hear

@joetroutt7425 2 года назад

Of a lot of videos I've seen on how to mud and tape you are the first I've heard say let the first application dry after you put the tape on. I've been putting the tape on and then putting mud over the top and then letting it dry.

@spankiedoodlesteve2086 4 года назад

Finally a demonstration video where the man looks like he knows what he’s doing! Lol

@costechtechnologies1411 8 лет назад

I found this presentation, very informative and easy to understand, unlike others who try to show how good they are, instead of just showing you how to do the job, so I really enjoyed this Video. My thank.

@NikeMikey101 4 года назад

1:49 that's what she said 😂

@Nrnonsense 7 лет назад

Your the best as usual Shannon! The way you explain things, even a newbie like myself can understand. Wish I was your apprentice in person, but an online apprentice will have to do. Thx for all your great turtorials!

@kevinvella3590 9 лет назад

Is it good if you chamfer the butt joint before applying mud. I mean cutting the drywall sheet edge at an angle of 45 degrees?

@HouseImprovements 9 лет назад

+Kevin Vella I have never seen that and not sure it really would help

@Ethiokarate1 7 лет назад

isnt that when the drywall is not flush?

@jamesferdon1224 9 лет назад

This is a great way of doing the seams, I can honestly say that I have tried many different ways, and this one I did try and it is by far the best way I have seen so far. Keep sharing your work cause it is great. I have been a carpenter for 20 yrs and I am just now starting to do drywall, mudding and taping to improve my business so that I do not have to sub contract the work out, saves me time and money in the long run. Again great work... :)

@thevangoghlavenderexperien938 8 лет назад

Could you tell us how much dry time was necessary in between each step?

@tonyleigh4918 8 лет назад

depends on the temp make sure it aint cold it will crack warm will dry fast

@PapaValhalla 8 лет назад

24 hours according to my NCCER classes.

@Maxkil 7 лет назад

add salt, dont use premix compound unless the top coat. can recoat in 30 mins. Check out some of my videos will teach you how

@mikesportsman1811 2 года назад

Hi Shannon, The information in this video is great. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with the rest of us. I just learned about is a great mistake I have been making is not letting it dry between coats. I try to rush and get it all done in one day. No wonder I have to sand so much. I can't wait to try this again. Which will be soon because I am remolding my kitchen. I can't believe non of the other tutorials I have watched mentioned letting the mud dry between coats. Thanks again, Mike

@How2BeFree 3 года назад

Thank you so much. We are doing the walls in our shipping container home and I needed some good drywall technics. You provided me with some great instructions. Right on time.

@michelaucoin6335 Год назад

I love your videos. Whenever I'm doing renovations, I'm always going to your videos to remind me how to properly approach each task

@h2otoys349 8 лет назад

Nice job.

@HouseImprovements 8 лет назад

Thanks.

@justinalvarez4190 9 лет назад

Thanks for the video man. I'm only 20 and plaining on taping for living, since I've done it as a teen.Watching this video definitely gives me some more tips and I like the method better then my dads. Thanks a lot man

@dennydeckerful Год назад

Love the no sanding till the very end. When I first started flipping houses 20 years ago I would have so much drywall dust everywhere. These videos really do help.

@the7hertz948 5 лет назад

This guy is a pro, it’s much harder for average person or even a good tradesman who’s not a plasterer.

@mferguson1014 7 лет назад

Thanks again Shannon, for all of your detailed videos. I installed a french door and windows with the other tutorials you made. Time to get to work on the interior ! Got the sheetrock up and screwed, just needed a good refresher on taping.

@myrondsouza2489 7 лет назад

hey Shannon i like the way you demonstrate and guide every point while working on the projects it helps to know the ways of getting the job done as i have people working for me in my rental properties buissness

@HouseImprovements 7 лет назад

Thanks Myron

@jeffreydenke2810 7 лет назад

thank you. Of all the videos I have watched on drywall finishing, I reference yours the most... well done!

@HouseImprovements 7 лет назад

Thanks Jeff

@jasoneman8318 7 лет назад

Thanks!!I got a hole in my bathroom from a water pipe leak and I hate sheet rock the most but never learned mud and tape . Thanks again

@tomhollins9266 4 года назад

Excellent job again at explaining. I like how you show how to minimize sanding.

@teresamoore1726 2 года назад

Thank you for this great information, I am a woman doing my own sheet rock, great information.

@dragonsmk1812 4 года назад

Awesome video. Step by step, very good explanation of each movement, and I've never seen the curved trowel. I have to go find one. Butt joints are the worst part of drywall for me. And with my wife wanting smooth walls, (no texture) it gets tough sometimes. Your video shows the best explanation I've seen, in the least amount of time. Thank you for your video.

@sherreeschmidt9658 6 лет назад

Really clear instructions and I like how you explained why you were doing each step. You made it look easy. Good video!

@AnthonyJohnson-fi8jv 9 лет назад

pretty good video. Much better to see it being done than to read on how it's done. Now I know why my previous mud jobs came out all jacked up.

@williambranham6249 9 лет назад

+Marc Shuler I HEAR YOU! I JACKED MY GARAGE BADLY.

@sam111880 6 лет назад

Great video, I think the 3 major needed trowels in doing all this is a flat small putty trowel used in beginning , the rectangular long type in the second part , and for the corners the inner/outer corner trowels (not shown) . If you have those i am thinking you can tape /mud most walls in a home or building using one of those 3 category trowels. Huge thing is don't forget a Bedding coat or your screwed in taping nice method.

@kc4tlm 4 года назад

Thanks for taking the time to make this. I agree with everyone else. Very clear and concise. I am actually looking forward to getting this part of the project completed.

@sajidullah 9 лет назад

Excellent . You gave me the confidence to tear down my walls and change my rusting pipes.

@2447bar1 7 лет назад

Hey Shannon always like your videos and your presentation. Most of all you are so very casual in your delivery. Thanks and keep them coming as they are very informative in their content.

@Larry342516 10 лет назад

Thanks for showing us the right way to tape and mud joints. Very helpful.

@ryanminton5265 8 лет назад

Love the videos man, you've made a lot of my weekend projects much easier and showed what to watch for so there isn't any surprise mid way through. Your vinyl siding video, wall framing video and this one have me have been very thorough & explained not just how but why which is the best part. You've helped instil confidence to tackle those projects. Thanks again!

@HouseImprovements 8 лет назад

+Ryan Minton Thanks Ryan, glad they helped

@kwikRT 3 года назад

Very clear instructions, articulated excellently!

@robertfarquhar2780 9 лет назад

I'm a tape and bedder and that is the weirdest and slowest way I have ever seen someone do this.

@OatzNMoney 7 лет назад

Alexander Johnson also a reminder that Shannon isn't a taper he's a carpenter and he does all sorts of work. Not just taping day in and day out. I do the same work and he's damn good at it.

@Doogle136 6 лет назад

So if that is the case direct the viewer to a view that is better. Perhaps yours?

@TKStoddart 6 лет назад

He's teaching.

@jpdst29 6 лет назад

Feel free to post your own video so we may see the master at work.

@TTundragrizzly 6 лет назад

Lol

@gfexc 2 года назад

Man, that was some scary move with that big trowel. I have to get me a red cap like that one tomorrow, to see if I can do the same with my project. Great job!

@fbrodeur44 6 лет назад

i've been watching other tutorial video like your's and i was stunt regarding how thoses guy's simply don t have it, YOUR METHOD is the good one, the steps where right and most important you are working with the good tools, for that, i am going back the those that i've been watching and paste a link for them to see to your video, thumbs up :)

@HouseImprovements 6 лет назад

thanks

@mightymouse5930 5 лет назад

Of all the videos explaining this process, this is the best.

@bigsexymuthashutyomouth2546 2 года назад

Learned more from your short video than those long winded ones! Thanks for sharing your talent. I am in the middle of a living room and kitchen remodeling and this is what I need to know.

@chaitanyakommalapati8268 4 года назад

Always like how much clear and detailed explanation you give on these videos! Thanks!

@melottefinancialadvisors 5 лет назад

Shannon is an artist with that trowel! My home drywall project didn't so nearly so well or quickly lol

@TheBubba007sss 10 лет назад

It's very important to fill the crack up completely between the sheets even using the screen mesh tape. If not an air pocket will from under the paper tape, and a crack will form under the screen mesh tape. Some drywallers don't like the screen mesh tape claiming crackage in the corners, and this is the reason why. All cracks should be filled just to play it safe, especially when using the mesh tape.

@maiorni1 10 лет назад

you make it look too easy and you have inspired me to do some joint mudding. Thanks.

@pandiansam2540 4 года назад

I have started watching your videos starting from Video 1... You are explaining everything very well. I like it. Please don't stop and produce more videos as much as possible. Good luck.

@HouseImprovements 4 года назад

I will try my best

@Wisechannel12 5 лет назад

I'm trying to understand why there are thumbs down for this video. Great content.

@jules06291 5 лет назад

Nice job with the video! It's very detailed answering many of the questions that I had prior to watching.

@ci9130 8 лет назад

Thank you for making this video, it was very helpful with clear instructions and organized methodology. I did my small bathroom project per your tutorial and am pleased with my results. Great job.

@HouseImprovements 8 лет назад

+celeste ingram Glad to hear it worked out well for you.

@ronlowfi 9 лет назад

I've never seen a taper use a trowel unless they are doing a overall skim coat. I like your trowel technique and if I was going to do a lot of taping I'd buy one. I learned a lot on your videos and compared to the others I've seen yours is the most simple and straight forward. Funny, the best ones were the Canadian ones. ;) So now I will struggle with the 12" knife tomorrow.

@Dreareoxo 3 года назад

You make it look so easy! Beautiful job

@Inkdraft 5 лет назад

You make it look so easy. I'm ready to mud and tape right now so I hope it really is that easy. LOL. I read a lot of the comments and they are really positive so I'm going to subscribe since I have a lot more stuff to do. Thanks for the great video with no silly music or time wasting.

@MrAllister9 9 лет назад

i have a drywall company and will be posting videos of how to's from a gopro cam as well and i do have to make a suggestion about your butt joints, you use that flat trowel but you put it on edge on the butt to see how much it teeters and this will determine how wide you should make it, if it teeters alot it could be almost 3 trowels wide to maybe 1 trowel wide if its on a good stud (if its in a bit), not all butts are the same width. I see this done too often where tapers make them 12" to 16" wide on all of em and when the house is complete and the sun hits it you see the humps all over.

@thomasharlos6872 9 лет назад

Good video, just goes to show me how I've been putting too much mud on and then spending too much time sanding. Thanks. a very good video.

@stephencattie6137 10 лет назад

Great job, you taught me how to do the job with minimal amount of sanding,thanks

@markmocarski5647 6 лет назад

Very Helpful. Beginning to end. Love all the details! Keep 'em coming!

@redscorpion7243 3 года назад

Great DYI best I’ve seen thus far as far as explaining to the point !

@rkanlaya 2 года назад

Thank you for the video. I learn a lot from you. Now I able to do it myself without getting someone to do it for me. Thanks again

@moneybags179 7 лет назад

this guys old school but great for home repairs

@gordonclark7632 10 лет назад

You certainly made that easy to understand. Thanks Shannon.

@wagner55 5 лет назад

Thanks for the great instructions this is something I struggle with, I have to sheetrock my living room ceiling hope I can have the patience 👍

@sam111880 6 лет назад

Also the non-mesh tape has a crease in the middle to bend at 90 deg , 45 deg ,...etc around corners ... as well as verticals or horizontal seam like your doing in this video for demonstration purposes.

@Gunkaleh 10 лет назад

Another winner, Shannon.

@krisdecke3322 8 лет назад

Thanks, had to peel off my tape this morning as it had bubbles will try again tonight after watching your video.

@HouseImprovements 8 лет назад

+kris decke Good luck

@ashahmadi7509 8 лет назад

Thank you shannon, your videos are really well put together and your explanations are precise. Much success to you.

@robertsirmons4629 5 лет назад

Great vid. I wish I had watched this before I let to licensed contractors in this area work on my new room addition. One tried to fix what the other did....and neither seemed to know anymore than I did.... I could have done it myself. Keep up the vids and very good job. Robert, Columbia CSC

@rr-eo6wm 5 лет назад

I really enjoy your drywall video. I did a perfect job because of your information

@budbrandenberg5594 8 лет назад

Thank you very much for the tip! I've always had problems with the butt joints.

@denniskaden2947 8 лет назад

Very helpful! Got to the detail points quickly and thoroughly.

@HouseImprovements 8 лет назад

Thanks Dennis.

@RickScherfDrywall 10 лет назад

Nice work Shannon. If the butt joint isn't a nasty one (relatively flat) you can usually get away with only 2 coats. Just bust it out 2 1/2 trowels wide on the first coat after tape then you're more or less just skimming it 3 wide on the next coat to get rid of any pinholes or imperfections. I'm surprised you do your own finishing, the reno guys around here usually sub the taping out. Looks good!

@HouseImprovements 10 лет назад

Thanks for the comment. I do most of my own work because of the nightmare in cordinating different trades. I seldom will not do much more than 2000 board feet myself though.