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    Apr 30, 2012, 10:57 AM
    Do I need to mud and tape if I'm putting a shower surround over the drywall?
    Our tile in crumbling off our shower walls and the old drywall needs replaced as well. I purchased a 3 piece shower surround, I'm not sure if I need to mud and tape the new drywall or since the surround will be sealed I don't need to worry about it.
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    Apr 30, 2012, 11:02 AM
    You still mud and tape the drywall even thought it won't show. Even with a surround I'd still recommend concrete board or wonderboard. The surround will be water tight but can still have unseen leaks down the road.
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