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Originally Posted by hulkrogan
^That's great advice. Until I try and use it. Somewhere between step 2&3 PANIC sets in, and the wall is now a mountain of mud. Somehow, still with low spots that will show after I've sanded it all off again. I suck at this so bad.
Trying to understand how people actually got plaster and lath walls smooth is on the same plane as a firm grasp of quantum physics.
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It sounds like you need to jump to step 5 more frequently between the other steps...
On a serious note, mudding is an art form. When I started out in the business, my first thought was "how hard can it be, cover the tape, make it look flat" I can now say, it took years to become efficient at the job.
It's definitely a great skill to have, but knowing how to do it, and doing it right are two entirely different things. reading tips and tricks online, or watching a youtube video is a great way to learn the process, but essentially, it's like picking up a paint brush, and reading a step by step guide on "How to paint the 'Mona Lisa'".
If you're finishing a room in your home that gets lots of traffic, and you're not confident, I'd definitely recommend paying to have it done, but anytime you have a chance to practice, definitely do it yourself, it can be fun, (if you jump to step 5 a lot) and rewarding.