Drywall Topping 101 First Coat on Tape and Bead
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The top coat of mud on tape is the most important coat. What should the first coat on tape look like?
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First time seeing someone scooch around on a stack of buckets....and without a lid ! Good sense of balance and you're quite a craftsman in the art of mudding!
me too, to make it look that easy is the mark of a pro. To scoot on buckets like that would kill most...
You are the real deal, taping and commenting without losing a step, amazing, thank you for sharing your years of experience!!!
Love your video's,thanks for sharing your knowledge on drywalling and box running!
you are 1 of the few guys on yt that actually knows what you are doing. Im a drywall contractor also just saying
Really enjoy your video's keep up the great work!
Love his attitude! Seems like a great guy to work with!
hey ray .. me again.. i have to hand it to you. your videos are great.. i've learn so much an have a great time watching them.. this week i will start my first mud project.. i am redoing my bathroom and i have to mud the ceiling and walls.. i know with you help i will do a good job.. thanks for making these great videos. keep up the good work.. god bless and good heath to you.. victor
I've been doing this for 20 plus years and I can still learn from you well done bud
UNFORTUNATELY, I've been drywalling for 34 years, and THIS GUY is MY HERO! I watch in amazement! WELL DONE, SIR!
So much to learn from you! Walk bucket my favorite, looks easy but that's because your are a pro
Thanks!
I seen reba in Richmond va in 1996 when I was a senior in high school..she changed her outfit after every song..mustve been 12 different outfits..BOY DID SHE LOOK GOOD.
Always great information from the doctor.
Thanks for all you videos! I have learned alot.
Another great video Ray two coats and detail.
Thank you for sharing! God bless you!
nice job-you are obviously an expert in drywall
I,m a old drywall tool pro also it's nice to see older pros in action great job
Ray - Can you do a video on the different automatic drywall tools? Also, if someone is on a limited budget which tool do you recommend they get first? Thanks.
Hey I found your other box tutorial. Sweet very informative
I beleive that Iam a reallly good taper, and I also notice a good taper when I see it and you are really good at what you do, I learn lots of tricks watching your videos.
Lol, most of the guys I work with have no idea what they are doing but is normal, and the best part is that they are all techers/ and what I call preachers of the trade, but no one knows what they are doing just an idea. I appreciate someone that knows what they are doing. Their mistake is that they dont go around adn work with different people so they think that what they are doing and their system is the best nothing I can say about that.
Respect to your skills.
That observation applies to more than just the trades. There are many fields where poorly trained/low skill people act like they are experts and pass along incomplete or inaccurate information.
This guy obviously knows his trade.
very interesting...of the 2 directions,,,,didn't know that...very informative vids, thx DOC
this guy is full of beans love it such a good watch
Wow just amazing! God bless your talent 👍🏻👍🏻
Love your great attitude..I need to apply this more to life and. My business
I would like to see more videos on that bucket trick...pretty cool
Could you possibly create a video that includes maintenace work on the flat boxes such as replacing springs, how to spot wear and tear, or how to replace/calibrate your blade. A maintenance video an autometic taper (bazooka) would be great also, replacing the blade or how to spot wear tear or replacing the chain. Thank you!
tú mi amigo eres de lo mejor que he visto 😌👏👏👏
This guy is my favorite on UA-cam the original for drywall
So awesome bucket walking. Been doing that 25+ yrs and never seen anyone else do It. People always comment on how dangerous it is.. Blah blah. It works great and once u get used to it, it's an awesome way to get quick things touched up
This guy was my favorite for drywall on UA-cam the original
Awesome videos!! I’m looking to buy some used drywall tools. Any suggestions on a brand?
do you add anything to the mix to avoid not having someone wipe in back of You? ive heard of adding dawn dish soap but I would hate to loose potential clients if it affects the mud in a negative way
How does this not have a million views?!?! This guy is a natural showman!!!!!
Thank you I have a three day series this week Thursday- Saturday
You're my absolute favourite drywall teacher (and your tips have made me some decent cash now that I use flat boxes). I gotta say, though, the best part of this video is the way you say "baaahx" - you remind me of Christopher Walken :)
What an experience! Dancing on the buckets! Precise
I need one for plastering!! Great job 👏
Have you ever used an clincher on metal bead, and if so, What is your opinion of clinching vs nailing?
do you have a video with the angle box??
What sizes of finishing box for a good result ? 8 and 10 or 8 and 12 ? Thank for yours videos!
Hey Ray what is your order of process with automatic tools i.e. after bedding in the tape which order do you top in ? corners flats butts???
I see the the Electrical Contractor made it easier for you to finish topping.
That mud looks effortless to push though your box... Is it a Ultra light weight compound?
absolutely amazing!!
Doc when you mentioned Welch drywall in the late 70s I also worked for them into the early 80s this is where I remember you from also Dritex in the 80syou must recall joe labelle his favorite saying was I’ve got a real cream puff for you! The puffs were rarely scrapped out which did not make my father and I too happy. I think the rate was around 7cents. We eventually found out thru the hangers that were getting shorted on the board count that was a deal breaker, naturally.urban legend has it that a young disgruntled taper mixed a bucket or duro 20 and filled the gun pump and rest of tools with that hot mud. I guess back in the day drywallers didn’t put up with too much bs.
Always short on board and pay, taped with Jim Welch and Joe when I first started in 1976.
Not many old school guys around any longer, Ray I remember when I was the kid chasing out for lunch ect where has the time gone
Thanks for the info
I wonder if walking on buckets can cause back problems, just crossed my mind. Great video
You get the back pain because of that extension handle it puts a lot of stress on your arms so thats why you need a full handle that is slimer and not thick
Hey dr. you are the shit man you have tought me alot..keep up your badass videos
Hello, I appreciate all the work you put into these videos! I was wondering if you could tell me how much water you would put into a full bucket of all purpose USG Drywall compound before you box off your seams. I just bought a pump, a 10 inch box, and a 12 inch box. the thickness of the mud that I'm using I believe might be too thick because I have to press so hard on the box to get the mud to come out smoothly, but officially I was told no more than a pint of water at a time, and that certainly doesn't seem thin enough. Could you clarify how much you use Please, thank you so much!
You remind me of Bill Murray LOL. Fun to watch you in action.
I mostly board now, but when i taped i found its easier just to coat the butts by hand . Why run the box only to go back over it with your hand tools? Great job btw
Hi mate,whai you dont use a fibafuse for this butt and flat joints?
I hope you gave it two 10 inch boxes the following two days ? as you skipped the 7 inch after bedding tapes , The shrinkage will be killer if you didn't
One more question boss, sorry, you didn’t mention what number on the seams, it looked like you were maybe using it on a one
Thanks for the videos! Do you have any tips for mudding in a very dry climate. Im in the mountains. Mud seems to dry out so fast. Any additives? Any advice would be much appreciated. Thanks
Joe See more h2o
Why does the drywall only have a few screws does it pass inspection like that? Especially on the ceiling
Can the box be used to bind concrete?
New and subscribed. So new, in fact, I tape w hawk or pan and stiff knives. I've seen pictures of tapers work and it looks so clean, those boxes are amazing! You mentioned different sized boxes. can they be used in corners or on imperfect drywall jobs?
Thanks!
They can but I don't I run corners by hand 8-10" Just box the flats 10-12"
Hi , how long it takes you taping a besmant like 1000 s f
Perfect video
Woww this man has a black belt in drywall. He can walk around on an open bucket for god sakes!
Does the camera man finish too? You should make a video with him finishing.✌ Love your videos. I'm well on my way to watching them all.
No I couldn't teach him anything when I asked him why he said he didn't want to know. He was gone shortly after that.
@THEDRYWALLDOCTOR1 What the heck. Lol. Yea he would have been gone from me too.
He makes it look pretty easy.
I'll stick to the trusty hawk and trowel method. But it sure was fun watching a pro walk the bucket.
Here’s a tip when you are boxing...always try to stop at a joint when running your flats ,that way when you sand to run second coat you can sand all your box marks together in the same spot.. and not have to walk more than what you have too
Believe it or not that is exactly what I do I tried to leave my lap marks by the but joints
Clever on the headers.... i once did a job where i was forced to get done extreemely fast and floated actual "But joints" out in a 2coat system but it was w/popcorn. I believe the system was to hand coat the deep side(after the 1st coat was done) w/1swipe....amazing just how fast one can be if he has to be. The situation was that moisture had to be out of the house & therefore the taping and texturing done, so the flooring guys could utilize the warantee...they were able to measure the humidity...ithink it had to be 17% or lower otherwise they had to be rescheduled, we got it done on time along with popcorn landing in the freshly mudded final coat...it should hav been made a video for youtube. UA-cam didn't exist bak den, lol
Love your videos! I recently bought a level 5 corner roller and angle head. Still getting used to the angle head but happy with the products. Is there a reason you dont use any of their equipment in your videos?
I have all tapetech
Up front cost of the tools is expensive, but it you take care of them they last for years. Case in point, I bought my first personal set in 2008, other than maintenance, they're still going strong after 12 years and probably ~20,000 sheets/yr
What is your experience with power assist boxes? You make it look easy pushing a standard box.
Hated them
Walk bucket for the win
Hahaha “after 40 years of doing this, it give me back problems”. I’m going to use that next time my back hurts.
I've watched your videos for years now. Quick Question, did you tape and coat the corners in one day, or did you tape the corners and top them in one day, and then tape the butts & flats in one day and coat them? thus separate days? I'm a young guy in the trades and have a set of tools just trying to figure out the best method for me to finish out some houses. A reply would be much appreciated! Thanks Drywall Doc.
I taped and topped it complete angle seems everything
Not good avoiding a lid on the bucket. Your going to have foot problems later without it. Viewers, be mindful to load the bucket with something of weight in it and use a lid.
He's experienced with what only works well for him.
Other than that, the lesson is spot on mud application techniques.
Good job
I would get tired talking and working... looks good!
I run the flat box too
I finished a 30 by 40 house by hand with 8 ft ceilings. And the guys that did the drywall didn’t care lots of unnecessary butt joints screws at angles and uneven ceilings, the but joints were 4 foot wide in places to hide them. I wish I had the boxes to help. I used buckets to stand on lol
Wait till you see my next video it's long but I'm using buckets to stand on.
@@THEDRYWALLDOCTOR1 I’m learning now no one ever taught me. I m used to large plaster ceilings and walls ti float out. I need to master corners and factory joints
Hey Mr. Ray, do you ever need to use the 20 or 90 minute mud? They seem to dry on my stainless steel pan before on the wall. Thanks!
Yes I use everything from 5 to 120
I'm amaze by him standing on the pail, what a balance and experience. Me first foot on the pail and wham!! tip over pail and me on the floor :)
Hello. Can anyone please help me. I like to know how the setting of the Box. Sometimes my box applied mud very tick but am not sure how the the setting . Please help
Thanks Brother
What type of compound are you using with the box. I noticed it's a yellow color and not bright white like regular compound?
Tinted+3
Hi drywall doctor just wondering if you put a first coat on your angles or is that just from flushing the tape ,,,,,,,
Just from flushing the tape I'll skim them when I run the 12 box
With experience come knowledge. You have both. Tapers get paid to finish every in of drywall unless directed no to. Try not to use the bucket too much, stuff do happen. Anyway great looking job. Finisher to Finisher
How tall are you ? I'm a 6'5" taper and can touch an 8' lid with my palm standing flat footed , so I guess since I'm not a good basketball player , I've found my dream job !
Kim Conrad if your tall and thin like I was dont do this job to long if all you do is taping that's fine bit if your fixing especially fire rated ceilings your in for a life time of back injuries especially if your Co workers are shorter
What’s the difference between power assist and regular box?
The Drywall Doctor Thank you anyway.
Nikes, I can't wear my jordans on site...feet hurt!
How much pressure do you put when your running the boxes
Louisiana Welder I run a 15” box for finish coat you had better have some strong shoulders or it will tear you up
I've been renovating historic houses in NYC for thirty-five years, and am new to the world of flat boxes. Can I get by with a Columbia 10" flat box and a mud pump? It seems to me corner joints are easy enough to do by hand with a 6" knife. Another question I have, standard USG mud from Home Depot, does one have to thin down that mix with water to successfully use a flat box and pump? Thanks a lot!
Sounds like you have a handle on it and yes thin down the mud to 10 box
@@THEDRYWALLDOCTOR1 I got the 10“ and 12“ Columbia flat boxes, unless you think otherwise and can advise, I'm going to get a NorthStar Adjustar handle. A close second is Columbia's 42 - 63 inch handle. Thanks for your help.
@@THEDRYWALLDOCTOR1 I'd like to pitch you to Amazon or Netflix for an updated "This Old House", what say you? You certainly have a lot more screen presence and energy than Bob Vila, who basically never lifted a screwdriver, lol.
Hello drywall doctori got a question
Can you tell in what level or number it have to be the flat boxes
Greetings from kissimmee fl
The Drywall Doctor yes i want cover the tape in the first coat so in what level i need to put my flat box and if the same level will work in the second coat
I dont really have any experience working with flat boxes
Can you help me
I will be very grateful with you
The Drywall Doctor thank you so much for your help and thanks to you and your experience on drywall finishing ive been learning a lot of things that helps in my job
Thank you ! I wish you the best of the best
God bless you
Good grief be careful on those buckets !!! I have plaster scaffolding that adjusts and is a lot safer. But then OSHA outlawed them too. I also agree finish it all !!!
Hi there. I would like to know why I do get shrinkage of mud on the flat joints. I do use boxes to finish joints. They seem to look fine after I sand and paint only to see mud shrink after the day I paint. I appreciate your opinion.
Thank you
Duka
I plan on doing a live feed tomorrow on UA-cam and I will answer that question that is a great question I've had that problem there's two reasons it happens. Try to tune in around noon Chicago time.
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Make sure your tape is dry when you coat it or you will have alot of touch up.
How much water do you add to the green bucket for taping?
That depends if I'm hand taping or taping with the bazooka
If I was searching for the tool that you are using to apply the mud, what search term would I use?
frosty992001 depending on your region. It would either be a flat box or a finishing box
Joel Bartley Thanks, Joel. Much appreciated :)
Wow, My question is, where to buy this equipment ?
I never saw it at Home Depot or Lowe's .
Try Amazon, that's where I bought mine
All wall carry most brands
I been walking buckets for 30 years. But with a lid. You should do yours with a lid.. Safer and easier.
Has he got a bad back because he keeps falling off his ultra safe bucket ?
Hello!! After when you put the tape with your bazuca its necessary gets dry to use the box??
No not anymore you can tape and top the same day
THE DRYWALL DOCTOR Thank you very much..
how many pans of mud do you usually get out of a bag of Durabond?
6-8
can you skip coat mud over wallpaper?
Hi I thought I'd share. This is what i did on my own house because everything that I tried to remove the wallpaper wasn't working, it was pretty well glued and wasnt coming off without the sheet rock paper along with it. So I decided to peal back the worst of the lose wallpaper (I found it was mainly at the internal corners, wallpaper joins where lose or peeling back and the top 6" in every room ). I did prime where ever I removed the wallpaper with a paint on sealer so that any sizment or glue wouldn't affect the plaster, then 3 coats over all peeled back prepared wall paper and cracks or tears from moment were tapped then 3 coats. I installed new internal metal angles of my choice to the corners and finneshd as per usual. I didn't skim coat the whole wall only the worst parts or where there was textured wallpaper. Probably a few details missing but you get the picture. This worked well for me.
What do you put in your mud to give it a yellow tint?
It comes that way
U do t see those skills now a days , and I work i. The construction business, every one just real baby’s ..would love to work with a person of that skill just watching I’m learning, thanks for the vid . Also I mean cause ur on those buckets. Great vid thanks will subb for sure 👍
Also does it matter where the crease on the tape goes? Meaning crease goes the wall or facing out ? And does it matter? Thanks again 👍
No not at all if it did all rolls of tape would say this side out
ok thanks.. 👍 thanks for answering appreciate the tips and vids !!
What is the pigmented plus three about?
I just did a video should have it up this weekend