Doug Boulter Wrote:
Steve Thrasher wrote on 26 Mar 2006:

The person said you
should only use paper tape and never use the mesh stuff.

The person was mostly right. Read Mr. Mulvey's answer to you to
learn why. Using mesh tape WILL result in cracks in corners and
wall-ceiling joints unless the correct joint compound is used.

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Doug Boulter

Yes, mesh taped seams will often crack, even without the mesh tearing.
For a full discussion of fiberglass versus paper tape, check out this
website. Click on the FAQ section.
http://www.plaster-wall-ceiling-solutions.com

Mud Fellow


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mud fellow