drywall behind tub surround
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drywall behind tub surround
hi all.
I installed a new bathtub and plan to use a glue up tub surround.
I have green board to install around the tub for backing.
question is should I mud and tape it or use something else to seal the screw heads and seams?
the glue pl700 says it sticks to green board. it doesn't say anything about drywall mud or paint.
thanks.
Jay.
I installed a new bathtub and plan to use a glue up tub surround.
I have green board to install around the tub for backing.
question is should I mud and tape it or use something else to seal the screw heads and seams?
the glue pl700 says it sticks to green board. it doesn't say anything about drywall mud or paint.
thanks.
Jay.
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You generally always tape the drywall for a fire barrier (and air barrier on exterior walls), but if it will not be seen there is no need to finish or sand it, you don't need to worry about the glue over the joints.
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its an inside wall. my only issue with mud / tape is if the pl700 will stick to it. cant find a whole lot of info on the product. I was sort of thinking pl700 or silicone along the seams if any moisture ever gets in there. not like it would hold up in a fire tho
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If you tape & mud just keep your mud strip narrow. It won't matter if there is a 3-4" wide strip with no adhesive.
From what I've seen most adhesives stick to mud quite well. The problem is mud is very weak and the adhesive will take the top surface of mud with it so sticking to the mud isn't much benefit. I just apply the glue and don't pay much attention to the mud lines.
From what I've seen most adhesives stick to mud quite well. The problem is mud is very weak and the adhesive will take the top surface of mud with it so sticking to the mud isn't much benefit. I just apply the glue and don't pay much attention to the mud lines.