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Outside corners often take quite a beating, so it is a
good idea to reinforce them with a metal corner bead. This
is nailed to the outside corner, then joint compound is
applied. Keep in mind that you should allow a day for
drying for each coat of joint compound on corner joints.
Pick a time to tackle this project when you won't mind
having a wall "under construction" for a few days. |
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Position the steel corner bead on the outside corners and
use a level to adjust the bead to make sure it is plumb.
When you have the bead positioned as you want it, nail it
into position with wallboard nails spaced according to
your local building codes. |
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Use a 6- or 10-inch wallboard knife to cover the corner
bead with wallboard compound. Apply three coats, letting
each dry and shrink overnight before applying the next
coat. Then use a wet sander to smooth the final coat. |
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RELATED PROJECTS
Installing Beaded-Board
Wainscoting
Taping Joints
Finishing Inside Corners |
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