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Wallboard Installation

03/18/2006 08:24 AM Steve49

Recently we had a new 2 piece tub installed. A "Friend" came and did the initial wallboard removal so that we could get the old unit out and the new one in. With that being done we are now ready to re-install wallboard. The "Friend" was supposed to return to re-install. Same old story .... friend has disappeared. So a few questions. We will be using greenboard. When we make the cuts should we put the manufactured edge onto the lip of the enclosure? Exactly how do we attach the green board? Do we use wallboard nails/screws and how close to the enclosure do we install the nails/screws? At the outter edges of the enclosure where it actually rounds from the top edge to the side edge do we just fill in that one little area with mud ? Is there anything we need to do to seal the edges that will be at the top and sides of the enclosure where the enclosure and wallboard meet? One last question is there a special rust resistant nail/screw we should be using since it is a high humidity area ?

Thanks for your time and advice.

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04/01/2006 06:17 AM 5slb6

I am not sure about the fastening questions but i do know that you need to use a setting type of compound for your joints and others areas. It is called DuraBond and comes in 90 all the way down to 5 minute setting times.

Once you have finished the drywall you will need to prime it with an acrylic undercoater/primer and the finish should be a satin or eggshell acrylic to stand up to the moisture.

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