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This section will detail the next portion of the install process for drywall applications only including mudding
the panel, sanding the panel, and painting the walls.
(1) Mudding the Panel
Step 1- Fill
Before applying mud, be sure that the sanding shield is still in place
securing in the speaker opening. Using quick-set compound, fill all
gaps and let fully cure.
Step 2- Tape
Using mesh tape, apply tape around all adjoining surfaces.
This includes areas around the mounting platform and around
the speaker opening as shown in the photo above.
Below are the steps required in order to achieve a level 5 smooth wall/ceiling finish on an Architectural Series
mounting platform. If a ceiling with Architectural Series is specified with less than a level 5 finish, it is highly
recommended that the specification for that wall be changed to level 5. For more information about the
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erent levels of drywall finishes visit the USG website (
http://www.usg.com/documents/construction-
handbook/chapter5.pdf
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Step 3- 1st Coat Mud
Coat the tape and entire Mounting Platform with joint compound.
This ensures all pits and valleys have been filled. Before fully
cured scrape o
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any raised portions. Let mud fully cure. NOTE:
this coat is a very thin layer. DO NOT build the first layer of mud
to the top of the mud dam.
Step 4- 2nd Coat Mud
Next, cover the entire 1st coat with another layer of mud being
sure to work from the opening and pulling outward towards the
perimeter. This coat will cover the entire 1st coat area plus even
more to create a smooth transition. Again, this coat should not
reach the top of the mud dam. It should be very thin. Let mud
fully cure but DO NOT SAND.
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