USG SHEETROCK Gypsum Panels - Manual (Page 22)

Wet Sanding
When only minimal sanding is
needed, try wet sanding with a
sponge. It eliminates dust and
does not scuff the surface
paper. Use a small-celled
polyurethane sponge similar in
appearance to carpet padding.
Saturate sponge and wring to
prevent dripping. Rub joints to
remove high spots, using as few
strokes as possible. Clean the
sponge frequently during use.
21 Storage and Cleanup
Before storing unused joint
compound, clean sides and lid
of container so no dried com-
pound falls into the mixture.
Level joint compound surface
with knife and cover container
tightly. If storing for a long time,
cover surface of joint compound
with approximately 1/2
Љ of clean
water and cover container. Do
not store in direct sunlight or
where freezing conditions may
occur. Pour off water before
reusing joint compound. Clean
tools with warm, soapy water.
Decorating The Panels
22 Priming
Prior to painting, apply
S
HEETROCK
Brand First Coat or a
flat latex paint as a prime coat.
Follow the manufacturer’s
recommendations. For best
results, use a high quality roller
with 1/8
Љ to 1/4Љ nap.
Tip
Keep the roller wet during appli-
cation and do not rework the
primer once it’s applied.
Overworking the primer may
thin or remove underlying com-
pound.
23 Painting and Texturing
After prime coat is dry, apply
S
HEETROCK
Brand Wall and
Ceiling Texture or a good quality
interior paint. Follow the recom-
mendations on the container.
Finishing the Panels
22