I have to close up a recessed kitchen lighting opening. It measures 6'x4'. The existing drywall is 1/2". It was hidden by oak trim. When I removed the trim, the exposed edges of the existing drywall are the sides. Meaning there is no factory tapered edge. I am going to rent a drywall lift tomorrow to lift the 6x4 sheet into place.
My questions is:
Should I trim off the tapered edge with the paper on it? If the tapered edge is not as thick as the side without tape, there will be a gap there. My thought is that if the entire four edges exposed are all sides then I should cut off the ends so that it is flush.
Also, do I skim coat the new drywall before I tape the joint to level out any differences? Mesh tape or paper tape?
Thanks
My questions is:
Should I trim off the tapered edge with the paper on it? If the tapered edge is not as thick as the side without tape, there will be a gap there. My thought is that if the entire four edges exposed are all sides then I should cut off the ends so that it is flush.
Also, do I skim coat the new drywall before I tape the joint to level out any differences? Mesh tape or paper tape?
Thanks