How To Mix Drywall Mud
The most common drywall mud can be purchased in pre mix or powder form.
How to mix drywall mud. It s sold in types with varying drying times. Start by adding some water to the drywall pan and slowly pouring in some powder. Once mixed it could harden in as little as 5 minutes or it could take as long as 3 hours. Additionally it s important to pay close attention to the material consistency throughout the job.
Tip on smaller jobs such as fixing a nail pop you can mix 90 minute drywall mud coat your nail and heat up the repair area. Regardless of the type of material you are working with the bottom line is to mix the material correctly and thin until the desired consistency is reached. In order to have success with taping it s important to mix your mud to the right consistency. You have to decide what you need before you begin.
This segment will explain the basics. Use the drywall knife to mix it up.