Level 4 drywall finishing is considered one of the last finishes in the drywall installation process. During the level 4 drywall finishing process, our professional drywall contractors will check that each of the previous drywall levels has been done correctly, which will make the surface ready for the level 4 drywall finishing.
To carry out the level 4 finish, the previous levels of gypsum panels must be previously done:
Installation of the structure that will support the gypsum panels, either on the walls or on the ceiling. This is the first step, and during this process no decoration or finishing is performed on the drywall.
Fastening the gypsum board to the structure, in this step the taping process is performed to fix the gypsum board tape to the installed surface. This process is part of the first steps for the installation of gypsum panels and does not constitute a finish as such. At the end of level 1 gypsum board installation, the tool marks used to attach the gypsum board to the structure will still be noticeable.
A thin layer of joint compound is applied with a spatula or knife over the tape covering the screw holes, trying not to exceed the thickness so as not to waste product. At this level the tool marks are not completely covered, as only a thin layer of joint compound has been applied, so the surface appearance is not perfect.
A new coat of joint compound is applied to give a better finish to the surface and corners, to cover the tool marks used when attaching the gypsum board to the structure. However, at this level the marks are still visible and the surface is not yet polished.
Once level 0, level 1, level 2 and level 3 have been completed, the surface is ready for level 4 drywall finishing.
Once the surface is ready for the level 4 finish, our drywall contractors will begin the level 4 drywall finish installation process as follows:
Verify that the surface is ready for the level 4 finish.
Apply two coats of joint compound over the entire area, reinforcing the surface where tool or screw marks are located until completely covered.
Sand the entire surface until smooth and free of compound residue.
Inspections of drywall installations should be performed by building owners or gypsum panel general contractors.
In addition to the benefits that a residential and commercial drywall installation provides, Level 4 drywall finish gives you the following advantages:
Smoother, whiter appearance on walls and ceilings.
Stronger and more durable surface, thanks to its several layers of joint compound.
Greater insulation effect on walls and ceilings, which can prevent the spread of fire in case of fire.
Regulates indoor temperature. By performing the level 4 finishing process, walls and ceilings will retain a much cooler environment.
The latest levels of drywall finishes, such as level 4 plaster finish, are part of the best finishes in drywall, when it comes to look beautiful and uniform construction or remodeling. At New Corporation Drywall we want to share with our future clients some of the work done by our expert drywall contractors in the different levels of drywall finishes.
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Level 4 finish is a type of finish in the installation of drywall. This type of finish consists of applying several coats of joint compound to give the surface a near-finished appearance, where the area is smooth, resilient, screw-mark free and uniform.
No, in order for the level 4 finish to be a quality finish, the surface must be prepared with the previous drywall finish levels, such as level 0, level 1, level 2 and level 3.
The difference of level 3 vs level 4 drywall finish is that level 3 drywall finish applies one coat of joint compound to the surface but fails to cover the tool marks made when attaching the sheets of drywall to the structure, while level 4 finish applies two coats of joint compound and sands the area, covering the tool marks and leaving the surface much smoother and more uniform.
Unlike level 3, drywall finish level 5 includes several coats of joint compound that completely covers the screw marks and any tool marks previously used on the sheets of drywall. While these marks are covered in the Level 4 finish and the surface looks almost finished, the Level 5 finish is much more polished and smooth, thanks to the additional application of joint compound and its improved application, sanding and residue removal.
New Corporation Drywall is one of the best drywall service companies in the area. Their quality, experience, commitment and accountability, have positioned them above many other companies in the trade. Our contractors are experts in the installation of drywall finishes such as level 4 finish. If you need this service in your residence or business, contact us right now, we are ready to help you as soon as possible.
