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435Studio
Oct 29, 2009, 12:00 PM
I am almost done with the drywall installation in my basement. Is it advisable to tape and mud the drywall joints prior to installing the pre-hung doors? I'm assuming that I should wait on the doors but I potentially have some help coming in a few days (they could help with the doors, but not the drywall... ) and want to make the most of the opportunity...
arby808
Oct 29, 2009, 03:08 PM
Finish and texture first or you will have to mask and cut in around the doors for painting
pattyg2
Oct 30, 2009, 03:23 PM
I agree! Also you will have a lot of dust that you won't want on the doors.
EZHangDoor
May 29, 2012, 12:37 PM
Complete the drywall first, it's less messy for the doors. Drywall dust is very fine and tough to clean up