Phase 1
Joint paper tape is installed by hand or with tools specifically made for that task with the joint compound slightly wet with water to a creamy feel thin enough to be used while applying paper tale on all seams, butt joints and inside angles. Outside corners usually will have a galvanized metal corner beads.

Phase 2
We apply 1st coat of joint compound mud is applied to all seams, butt joints, inside angels, outside corner beads and nail holes.

Phase 3
Apply a 2nd coat of joint compound, let dry.

Phase 4
Hand sand all hard edges and rough imperfections of joint compound mud. Touch up with with pan and spatula with same joint compound mud to leave a smooth surface throughout to prep for texture or leave as a smooth finish.