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NYC_SKP

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4. Yes, shaving any high spots is ok.

Reply to digonswine (Reply #2)

Wed Jun 5, 2013, 09:49 PM

Jun 2013

Better, of course, to never put on too much.

Lazy folk put on extra and sand it flat, while craftspeople learn to put on just enough, or are willing to come back for a second or third shot.

On new walls over new framing, I typically needed two passes to get it right, or three if it's going to be a high gloss finish bath or kitchen.

It's been a while, but I still have my tools!

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The first in a series-DO IT YOURSELF HINT # 1 [View all] digonswine Jun 2013 OP

Since we're on the topic of drywall... No sanding! NYC_SKP Jun 2013 #1

Right- digonswine Jun 2013 #2

Yes, shaving any high spots is ok. NYC_SKP Jun 2013 #4

Yup- digonswine Jun 2013 #6

Three floats, with successively larger blades. Adsos Letter Jun 2013 #7

Thanks. I learned a lot. Betsy Ross Jun 2013 #3

I just wish someone had told ME! digonswine Jun 2013 #5

I've been having this fight with my brother on a kitchen job we are doing. Hassin Bin Sober Jun 2013 #8

I am not in any way a professional. digonswine Jun 2013 #9