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    435Studio Posts: 93, Reputation: 4
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    Oct 29, 2009, 12:00 PM
    Install doors before or after taping joints?
    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...
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    Oct 29, 2009, 03:08 PM

    Finish and texture first or you will have to mask and cut in around the doors for painting
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    Oct 30, 2009, 03:23 PM

    I agree! Also you will have a lot of dust that you won't want on the doors.
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    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
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