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    Sep 2, 2009, 08:13 PM
    Taping drywall
    I bought self-adhesive tape for the drywall I pt up and I was wondering, since the tape is self-adhesive, if I needed to put a layer of joint compound under the tape or if it was OK to place the tape directly on the wall?
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    Sep 2, 2009, 10:20 PM

    Assuming you are speaking of the nylon mesh tape, apply it to the joint then mud over it. Mud passes through mesh to adhere to wall. When you cut off a strip, fold over a corner of end on the roll. Helps find the end when you need another piece.
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    Sep 3, 2009, 10:58 AM
    Yep, it's nylon mesh tape. Sounds good, thanks.
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    Sep 3, 2009, 12:01 PM

    Considering this question you may benefit from this video. Drywall 6 - Joint Compound, Mud and Tapes | DoItYourself.com
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