How to Mix QUICKSET DRYWALL MUD for the HOMEOWNER

Mixing Powder mud can be messy and guess work. This video will show how to mix Quickset in a small bucket with a drill and paint mixer. Although I am using Pro Form 20 minute here, most home owners should use at least 90 minute because it gives you more time to work with the mud.

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How to Mix Quickset Drywall Mud for the Homeowner

Alright, so I'm going to mix Durabond 20 for this task. We're using a ProForm material today. I prefer not to simply rip the top off; I like an even top. Therefore, I will cut the top off completely using scissors. This will assist me in getting the mud out of the bag with my cup. Now that it's nice and wide open, we'll proceed with the next steps.

We're going to maintain an almost two-and-a-half-to-one ratio. I'll scoop two and a half units of these containers into the bucket and add one unit of water using the same type of container. Let's begin with that. The container is now filled with water. I will dry it out inside because I intend to use the same container to measure my powder. I want to prevent it from sticking to the container's sides.

This is a fairly straightforward process and it's quite foolproof. I'm not mixing the mud in a pan as I require more than a pan can hold. To start, I'll obtain three of these containers and shake them in a bit. Let's add one more. This may create a mixture that's slightly too thick, but we can always add a bit more water if needed.

I'm using a battery-operated drill and a small paint mixer. This works very effectively to mix the contents in the bucket. Let's ensure everything is thoroughly wet. I start at a slow pace, and you can see that the mixing process is progressing well.

At times, it's beneficial to wipe down the sides of the bucket. I use a four-inch knife to scrape down the sides, making sure all the powder adheres to the mud. Then, I clean the knife thoroughly.

Let's continue mixing for a bit longer. By the way, to clean the knife, I simply turn it on in a bucket of water. This helps prevent the mixture from hardening on the tool bit. Now, let's assess our mixture.

I will use the mud to coat the seams. The consistency of the mixture looks great to me. It's not too thin; it easily drops off the knife due to the mud's weight, but it doesn't run off and drip. Mixing is now complete; it was a smooth process, and I didn't need to add any extra water. If you do need to add water, do so gradually and mix as you go.

Currently, I have about two pans full of mud in the bucket. With that, let's move on to coating our ceiling.