With the landscaping and exterior log-sealing complete, the drywall crew begins work.
- Crew members hold each sheet of drywall against the wooden strips attached to the rafters (figure A). (The strips were attached to compensate for some extra insulation that was blown in beneath the insulation netting.) They use both nails and screws to secure the drywall to the rafters.
- A lightweight router with a special cutting bit (figure B) is used to cut openings in the drywall for the canister lights that are installed above. This specialized tool makes the job of cutting both fast and accurate.
- The wall joints where sheets of drywall meet are covered with a plastic resin tape. The corner joints are covered with a stronger white-paper tape (figure C ).
- The crew uses an assortment of specialized spreading tools to apply a smooth layer of joint compound over the seams (figure D).
- Joint compound, applied with a putty knife, is used to conceal the recessed heads of the nails and screws anchoring the drywall (figure E).
- A strip of metal beading protects each outside wall corner (figure F). Once installed, the metal beading is concealed with a layer of joint compound applied with a wide spreader blade. A variety of drywall knives are used to apply the final skim-coat of joint compound over the seams.
- Once the compound has been applied and allowed to dry, a combination power sander and vacuum is used to smooth out the seams (figure G).
- The crew then fills a spray pump with thinned compound and prepares to spray on the textured ceiling (figure H). This step requires some expertise to ensure that the compound is sprayed on evenly -- neither too thick nor too thin. As soon as the sprayed-on compound begins to set up, the crew runs a 20" blade over it to impart a finished, textured look.
- Once the textured ceiling is complete, the painters begin priming the drywall for painting. Their first step is to "cut in" around the wooden beams using a tapered brush. Once that is complete, they switch to a roller for easy application to the larger, flat areas. An adjustable extender for the roller (figure I) makes the job easier and minimizes the need for ladders.
- After the primer has dried, the painters use 80-grit sandpaper on a swivel-head sander to smooth out the walls (figure J).
- Once sanding is complete, a strong light (figure K) is used to expose any defects in the drywall. Each defect is marked with a pencil, then later patched using joint compound. Once the compound dries, it is sanded smooth. Primer is then applied over the patched area.
- The gray metal cover to the circuit-breaker box is scuff-sanded in preparation for painting. Once sanding is complete, the dust is wiped away and a light coat of spray primer is applied (figure L).
- Since all paint can contain particulate impurities, a paint strainer is used to remove them. The paint is poured through the strainer into a 5-gallon bucket ( figure M).
- The painters then use an 18" roller on an extender (figure N) to apply the first coat of paint. The wide roller makes the job go faster and results in a professional look.
- In the bedroom, the painters first cut-in the corners with a tapered brush (figure O), then switch to a roller.
- The second and final coat of paint completely conceals all of the seams, joints and patches in the drywall.
RESOURCES :
Log Home Repair and Restoration Services
Log Home Repair and Restoration Services
Website: www.loghomerepair.com
The Complete Guide to Building Log Homes
ISBN: 0806974869
Author: Monte Burch, Richard J. Meyer, Lloyd P. Birmingham
Sterling Publishing Co. Inc.
Website: www.sterlingpub.com
Small Log Homes: Storybook Plans and Advice
ISBN: 1586850431
Author: Robbin Obomsawin
Gibbs Smith Publishing
Website: www.gibbs-smith.com
Inside Log Homes: The Art & Spirit of Home Planning and Decor
Model: 087905963X
Author: Cindy Teipner Thiede, et al
Gibbs Smith Publishing
Website: www.gibbs-smith.com
Special thanks for DIY's Log Cabin Interiors workshop
Formica Corp.
10155 Reading Rd.
Cincinnati, OH 45241
Toll-free: 800-FORMICA (800-367-6422)
Fax: 513-786-3024
Website: www.formica.com
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