Self builder saying hello

[ian.shearer]

Hi, Fitting out my house, built to wind and watertight by builders. At the Plasterboard stage and going for tape and fill on recessed boards, with some butt joins on the ceiling. Was thinking of getting it all skimmed, but cost and Covid has me doing it myself.
Using Gyproc easyfill 60 and taking it slow while I get a feel for it...

 

[smoother09]

Fair play it’s your pad and taping was probably a good call for you in the circumstances take your time and I’m sure it will come out ok! Failing that just blame the decorator

 

[TonyM]

Do the final coat with proper joint cement. Easifill is ok for one room or repairs, but not the best to finish with. Try Wondertex Prem Finish, or Siniat Smartmix.

 

[TonyM]

Plaster in lights too. Just done a house with 88 of them.

 

[ian.shearer]

Thanks Tony, that's very helpful. I'll get some Wondertex Prem Finish, or Siniat Smartmix.
Think I got away with it in my "test" room, lot of sanding!

 

[TonyM]

Thanks Tony, that's very helpful. I'll get some Wondertex Prem Finish, or Siniat Smartmix.
Think I got away with it in my "test" room, lot of sanding!View attachment 49851

Look ok from here.

 

[Brimstone]

Nice, looks good. You must have been nervous, keeping the roll and bucket that close!

 

[smoother09]

I think that looks good from the pics you’ve obviously got some natural abilities

 

[ian.shearer]

Thanks guys, it took me a long time! but getting a bit more of the hang for it as I go on. Had to take the toilet out, hence the bucket.....

 

[Casper]

Looks sharp

 

[FreeD]

Thanks guys, it took me a long time! but getting a bit more of the hang for it as I go on. Had to take the toilet out, hence the bucket.....

Buckets a luxury...had to use carrier bags a few times

 

[Cockney]

Buckets a luxury...had to use carrier bags a few times

Filthy animal!!!