Taping knife

Taping knife

A taping knife or joint knife is a drywall tool with a wide blade for spreading joint compound also known as "mud". It can be used to spread the mud over nail and screw indents in new drywall applications, and is also used when using paper or fiberglass drywall tape to cover seams. Other common uses include patching holes, smoothing wall-coverings, and creating specialty artistic wall finishes. Common sizes range from five to twelve inches wide.

A right-angle joint knife allows one to apply joint compound to inside corners where walls meet. The handle is offset to allow clearance for fingers.

Source 1: "The Reader's Digest Book of Skills and Tools"Source 2: Josh Mars and His Tips For Home Repairs


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