"StarMan" wrote in message
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OK, basic dw question here

Taping the joints is simple and basic when it comes to two uncut edges
which
are tapered and abutted.

However, in many cases, you have two CUT pieces where full-thickness edges
come together.

What is the best way to deal with these?

Adding tape and mudding over could leave a "bulge" if nothing is done.

Does one take a mallet and "ding in" the edges? Taper them somewhat with
a
knife?

Also, any links to sites which tell how to deal with drywall finishing in
this way would be helpful.

Butt joints are simple...Remove any loose paper or broken drywall.Tape with
paper tape just like tapered joints,let dry, then go down BOTH sides of the
butt with a 12 inch trowl or knife,don't worry about the ridge of mud left
in the middle yet.After it dries scrape/sand the ridge in the middle and
coat down the middle with 12 inch trowl or knife.Let dry again.Now go down
BOTH sides AGAIN with a 14 inch trowl or knife applying more pressure
removing most of the mud..Sand as usual...Good luck.....