Doug Miller wrote:
In , "Mike wrote:

I'd leave it as it is Bill. You can finish the butt joints in the normal
way, and you don't have to worry about affecting the finish at or near the
textured ceiling. A less than perfect butt joint that is 4" from the
ceiling isn't going to be all that visible.

Besides which, it's in the garage, not the living room. :-)


Yes, This is affording me what I consider a good opportunity to
"practice" for later work inside the house. Thank you all, for the
replies you gave.

Bill