Finest Finish drywall taping and mudding services for strong, smooth and fire safe walls.
Taping and mudding has both an aesthetic and a functional purpose; it makes your walls smooth, safe, fire resistant and ready for painting. Drywall taping and mudding is so important it is actually part of many building codes. Taping and mudding are used to cover the seams where sheets of drywall meet, providing strength and support, smoothing the connection and protecting underlying wires and plumbing from moisture and pests. But the main reason taping and mudding is included in building codes is its role in fire safety. Drywall itself is fire resistant, but if the seams aren’t sealed with a fire resistant material, like drywall mud, the ability of drywall to stop fire from spreading will be compromised.
Finest Finest has years of experience with drywall taping and mudding in Victoria B.C. Our attention to detail and our commitment to doing the job right is exactly what is needed for a flawless finish that will stand the test of time and will keep your family safe.
I hired the team at Finest Finish to undertake re-skimming the entirety of my 1960’s condo, walls & ceilings. Dylan, was very professional, and explained the entire process to me clearly, and in great detail. The drywaller’s who showed up to do the were phenomenal, very hard working, punctual, and respectful. I appreciated they brought their dustless sanding machine to protect my home during the process. I am very grateful to have come across this company, who truly delivers on what they say! 10/10 will recommend to all my friends and family!
When taping and mudding is done properly it is impossible to detect where one sheet of drywall ends and another starts once the wall is painted. There are a few steps to the process, and details count to produce a flawless finish.
Drywall Tape is used to create a strong bond between adjacent drywall sheets. It helps reduce any motion or cracking, adding structure to the mud. Drywall tape is usually made of paper, which is a similar texture to the drywall surface, though a mesh can also be used in areas where a lot of movement is likely to occur.
First a moderate amount of mud is applied to the seams with a putty knife so the tape will stick to the drywall surface. Once the mud is applied, tape is carefully laid down and smoothed to avoid bubbles.
Drywall mud or joint compound is a gypsum-based paste (same as what drywall is made of), that is used in sealing the seams and preparing the wall for painting.
To seal the seams, mud is applied in layers over the tape to flatten and smooth the surface. It is applied in thin coats with a 24 hour drying period and sanding between layers. Usually, 2 to 3 coats are enough, but for extremely irregular surfaces more coats — as many as 5 — may be necessary.
When preparing the wall for painting, mud is also used to fill any nail and screw indentations, or nicks, scratches or even holes in the drywall.
Priming is necessary to create an even, blank canvas for painting, ensuring that the paint will stick properly without peeling to the taped and mudded seams and that the colour differences between the mud and drywall surface won’t show through. At Finest Finish, we also sand after priming to remove any fuzz and lumps.
After all that, the wall is perfectly prepared for painting!
Our attention to detail ensures the smoothest, most secure drywall taping and mudding possible. This is important because it leads to immaculate walls and ceilings that will protect your wiring and will resist fire. There are numerous details that go into a properly-done taping and mudding job that will lead to the perfect finish. This is where our years of experience come into play. Just a few of the details that can make all the difference are:
ExcellentBased on 58 reviewsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Cara LightmanMay 28, 2024The crew from Finest Finish painted our ENTIRE home when we first moved in over two years ago. They smoothed our ceilings and painted walls, trim, cabinets, doors, ceilings, a fireplace, banister, etc. It has all held up so well and can handle the wear and tear from our busy family of 4. We've referred them several times to friends as we were so pleased with their work! Highly recommend! (See before and after photos).Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Nadia TkachukMay 3, 2024Great communication, professionalism and quality of work. Highly recommend.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Pardeep singh GillApril 10, 2024By far the best drywall contractor in Victoria. Exceptional time management, and unparalleled workmanship. Definitely look forward to many more projects together.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Jessica CochraneMarch 28, 2024Finest finish has provided prep, drywall and painting services. Shown high standards in workmanship, communication, and cleanliness . Highly recommended!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Harvey KoffmanMarch 22, 2024Seven months ago, we hired Finest Finish to soundproof our bedroom ceiling. They did such a good job that we had Colten, Dylan and their crews back to do the rest of our apartment. Their professionalism and excellent communication skills continue to be a huge asset for them. Their trade skills and attention to detail are amazing. We can't recommend them highly enough! We hired Finest Finish to take down a bedroom ceiling, reinforce the joist/subfloor above, and insulate. They also added a layer of Sonopan, resilient channels, and drywall and then primed and painted. I've worked with contractors and renovators many times. I have never seen a team with greater competence and attention to detail. Dylan and Colten are excellent communicators, who followed through completely and did everything they promised, exactly on schedule. They call (and show up!) when they say. They take great pride in their work, and the finished product is indeed the finest. The rest of their team was equally good. Very highly recommended!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Benedict ChangFebruary 6, 2024Easiest 5 star review I've ever left for a business. Dylan and Colten did a great job with soundproofing our main bedroom with a shared party wall. This included demo, soundproofing, refinishing the trim, and painting. They were very transparent and up front with the entire process and costs and were great at setting and meeting/exceeding expectations. Their attention to detail and professionalism is second to none and they ensured every inch of the job met their high standards.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.S. BaileyJanuary 21, 2024Dillan's the best. Punctual. Precise. Great listener. Couldn't recommend him more highly.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Harvey WongJanuary 14, 2024Dylan and his team are Awesome. Very professional, Cleaned up after the job was done. I had my interior ceilings redone. Dayne is the guy!!! Skimmed coated the textured ceiling. Now I have nice flat ceilings through out the house. Looks great. I recommend Finest Finish to do your next Reno project. Thanks Guys.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Louie SciglianoJanuary 3, 2024Dylan and Colton did a superb job for us. They were professional in every sense of the word. Excellent communication throughout the project and the work was completed as promised and we are very pleased with the work. Highly recommended. Thanks guys.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Jameson JordanDecember 6, 2023Dylan and Colton were great. We had a bit of an urgent need and they were onsite and provided a quote the same day. They came back later that same week and were able to fix the problem as quoted. They were a little more expensive but did great work and they do say this on their website. Overall, they were reliable, efficient and honest. They also cleaned up nicely which was really appreciated.
ADDRESS
3351 University Woods, Victoria, BC V8P 5R2
EMAIL
info@finestfinish.ca
PHONE
(250) 686-9483
HOURS
Mon – Fri: 7AM – 6PM
Sat & Sun: Closed
AREAS OF SERVICE
Jubilee, Gonzales, Oaklands, Cordova Bay, Quadra, Cadboro Bay, Saanich Core, Esquimalt, James Bay, Gordon Head, Ten Mile Point, Rockland, Fernwood, Oak Bay, Uplands, Victoria, Victoria West, Fairfield