How to Do Drywall With Uneven Sheetrock

Sheetrock is the most common material used for walls in modern residential construction. It comes in large sheets, which makes it difficult to hang without resulting in uneven seams. However, there are a few techniques you can use to create a smooth, uniform wall surface even if the sheetrock refuses to hang evenly.

Drywall tape
4- to 6-inch Flex putty knife
Drywall mud (also known as joint compound)
Drywall paper
12-inch Finishing knife
Drywall sponge

Instructions

- 1
  Apply drywall tape to the joints between the sheets. The tape should be straight and should overlap both adjoining sheets evenly.
- 2
  Cover the tape with a thin layer of drywall mud. Use just enough to completely hide the tape. Use a putty knife to smooth the mud into a uniform layer.
- 3
  Cover the wet mud with drywall paper. Run a putty knife across the paper to force out any bulges or air bubbles.
- 4
  Apply a second coat of drywall mud on top of the paper, smoothing it into a thin, uniform layer using a 12-inch finishing knife.
- 5
  Feather the drywall mud using a damp drywall sponge. The mud should merge seamlessly with the surrounding sheetrock. Allow the mud to dry for 12 hours.

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