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THE ONE TOOL YOU NEED TO UPGRADE YOUR DRYWALL BUSINESS IS THE ADJUSTABLE CORNER BEAD ROLLER

How Will An Adjustable Bead Roller Change Your Business?

For professional tradesmen, achieving a high-quality wall finish isn’t just about skill – it’s also about using the right tools for the job. Drywall finishers use a lot of tools for their work, and tools can be expensive, so knowing which ones can help you…

Modify your Drywall Master flat boxes to work with the Apla-Tech CFS with a step-by-step walkthrough video.

Apla-Tech X Drywall Master: Retrofitting your Flat Box for the CFS

Apla-Tech has decades of experience working with drywall professionals, so it’s not a surprise that they developed the most efficient system for drywall finishing professionals.  Similarly, Drywall Master has also been working in the drywall finishing industry for decades, and they specialize in making versatile…

BAZOOKA VS BANJO: WHICH TAPING TOOL IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

The Ultimate Debate: Banjo Taper vs Automatic Taper

Is an automatic taper worth the investment, or should you work with a banjo taper? We break down the pros and cons of an automatic drywall taper and a taping banjo to see which will work best for you.

How to Clean and Maintain Your Automatic Taper

How to Maintain and Extend the Life of Your Automatic Taper

Automatic taping tools have revolutionized the wall-finishing industry over the last few decades.  As these tools gain more features (and moving parts), it becomes more important to maintain them properly, especially when they require such a significant financial investment to obtain them. To maximize your tool’s…

Drywall Hawk vs. Mud Pan: Choosing the Right Tools for Wall Finishing

Drywall Hawk vs. Mud Pan: Choosing the Right Tool for Drywall Finishing

Plastering is one of the oldest trades in history, and the tools they use haven’t changed much since ancient times. We take a look at some of the most basic – and oldest – tools in the wall finishing industry, and we ask – which one works for you?

Ho do you use an automatic taping bazooka?

How To Use Your Automatic Taper

Drywall Taping Guns can vary based on manufacturer and model. We tracked down all the instructions and videos for how to use them so you don’t have to.

Tool Talk: Tapepro Drywall Tools

Tapepro Drywall Tools has been manufacturing the highest-quality tools for drywall professionals since 2001.  But, after some research, it is easy to understand the origins of Tapepro goes back decades further, and it all started with Grahame Orchard.  Australian Plaster Tradesmen Grahame had already been…

Advance Cool Grip II Taping Knife

The Importance of Good Finishing Knives in Drywall Installation 

Finishing knives are the most important tool in any drywaller’s tool chest. These tools play a crucial role in achieving smooth, seamless finishes that enhance the look and durability of the walls.

Using Automatic Taping Tools

Using a drywall automatic taper, also known as a drywall bazooka, can significantly speed up the process of applying joint compound (also known as mud) and tape to drywall joints. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to use a drywall automatic taper: Gather the necessary…

Thick Joint Compound is loaded onto a taping knife which is resting on a hawk and bucket.

Mud Mixing for Different Applications

Whether you are a seasoned contractor or a DIY enthusiast, this guide will provide you with the essential information and tips you need to mix drywall mud with confidence.

How to Maintain Your Pasting Machine

How to Maintain Your Pasting Machine

Protect your investment with these five easy ways to keep your pasting machine running at peak peformance.

5 Unexpected Things About Tapepro Mud Box Pro (adjusted featured thumbnail)

5 Unexpected Things About The Tapepro Mud Box Pro

Thinking about switching from manual to automatic taping? Here are 5 unexpected things about the Tapepro Mud Box Pro.

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