September 01, 2003
Drywall UP
Got the drywall all up. The firecode 5/8" Sheetrock is considerably heavier than the 1/2" I used in the garage. When I removed the old plaster I left the metal lath in the corners and bent it all back over the new drywall and screwed it down tight with screws every six inches. Have the joints taped and am ready to apply the mud. That's a three day job as it is three layers with a day's drying for each layer. Will work on the outside in spare time.
Meanwhile I have a BBQ to attend to..... Ciao!
Posted by at September 1, 2003 06:30 PMYou have to put mud on an outside bedroom wall? I have never heard of that. We had to put up rock in the kitchen and bathroom. It looks real good! By the way, "Have Gun Will Travel" was on KNX 9/2.
Posted by: Wingo at September 3, 2003 12:27 PM"Mud" is slang for drywall "all purpose topping compound":
Generally takes about three coats and much sanding to get a smooth wall. I impressed myself in Helena's room -- now I'm checking to see if it was a fluke.