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Drywall has become more and more popular in recent years. Nowadays nearly every new home improvement project involves some type of drywall work. Either putting new drywalls and ceilings in or simply using drywall texturing techniques to improve exsisting walls. Taping layer involves applying the compound into the joints, screws and nails of the drywall and inserting a paper-jointing tape before smoothing it out with more compound. You then apply two more layers of compound to smoothen the surface. A good technique is applying the compound on the joint then stroke each side with the last one going down the middle.

Applying the compound may be tricky and will test your patience. For the side strokes, you need to put more pressure on the outer side of the knife. At the center, pressure should be distributed evenly. It may take a while to master the technique, but this will definitely ensure a smooth drywall finishing.

For the last stage, you may thin out the compound for the finishing coat. Scrape a wide taping knife over the joints to remove bumps and ridges.

With a little patience and resolve, you will soon have finished walls that are ready for priming and painting. Sticking to the required drying time between coats will make for a longer lasting wall. Do some sanding to remove any ridges. Though messy, a few precautionary measures like laying down some plastic seals off the room and wearing protective gear will help avoid eye and breathing irritation.

Taping and mudding drywall can be a simple DIY project if you are properly prepared for it.