If you have been reading our website or doing your research regarding drywall, then you will be familiar with the terms mudding and taping. But what exactly do they mean? Our professional drywall contractors are here to shed some light on the operation.
Here is the readers' digest version on what you need to know to understand not only what mudding and taping are but why it is such a vital part of the drywall process. Taping is a quintessential part of the process. Without tape, you are often left with visible seams and uneven walls. Drywall tape does not provide mechanical strength, but it does work its magic in covering seams filled with joint compound. The tricky thing about the mixture is that it shrinks, soooo without the tape, you will see it again as soon as it dries. Not what you're looking for and definitely not conducive to a smooth finish. |
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