Drywall tape tends to peel over time, especially tape that is located in areas that are exposed to abuse from furniture, children and pets. Often, drywall tape will peel if it has not been applied properly or if there is a high level of humidity in a home as well. Repairing drywall tape is a project that is relatively easy and will improve the appearance of interior walls. Learn repair drywall tape and tackle this simple project. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
Repair Drywall Tape
1. Cut away all the loose pieces and ends of the existing drywall tape. Sand away any existing ridges of drywall compound carefully with the drywall sanding paper. Remove the drywall dust from the wall with the vacuum cleaner and the attachment brush.
2. Use the putty knife to apply a thin layer of joint compound over the drywall joint that needs repair. Make sure the joint compound is of even thickness and extends at least 2 inches to each side of the joint.
3. Cut a piece of drywall tape to match the missing section. Place the new drywall tape at the top of the area and smooth it down over the joint. Use the putty knife to help smooth the tape and make sure there are no air bubbles.
4. Apply another thin coat of joint compound over the new drywall tape with the putty knife. Be careful not to apply so much pressure with the putty knife that the new drywall tape shifts. Allow everything to dry for at least 12 hours.
5. Sand the dried joint compound carefully.
6. Apply another thin layer of joint compound over the joint area again. Allow to dry for another 12 hours. Sand the area again with a finer sand paper to blend the area into the rest of the wall.
7. Paint the area to match the rest of the wall.
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