Instructions / Assembly

ManualsBrandsGibraltar Building Products ManualsBuilding materials10 ft. Galvanized Metal Corner Bead

Measure & Cut

Measure 1/2 inch shorter than the

floor to ceiling distance. Make two

cuts toward the centerline, using tin

snips. Use one continuous length,

do not splice.

Center & Affix

Hold corner bead firmly in place and

affix with drywall nails or screws,

every 10 to 12 inches. Slightly

dimple each fastener.

10"–12"

First Mud

Using a 4"- 6" drywall knife, apply a

generous coat of drywall joint

compound to each side. Feather the

compound 4" - 5" from the corner.

Allow to dry.

Top View

Overlapping drywall sheets form the

corner. The feathering of the drywall

joint compound smoothly covers the

nails & corner bead.

4"-5"

Second Mud

Using a 6"- 10" drywall taping knife,

apply a thinner coat of drywall joint

compound to each side. Feather the

compound 8" - 10" from the corner.

Allow to dry.

6"-10"

Skim Coat

Apply a thinner third coat of drywall

joint compound to each side,

feathered 10" - 12". Allow to dry.

6"-10"

Drywall Compound

Framing

1 2

4 5

These installation guidelines are for use with typical or standard applications. It is always recommended to seek advice from a licensed professional,

and to check with your local building inspector or building permit office for approvals and possible variations that may apply.

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