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Bubble in sheetrock tape

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What causes bubbles under paper sheetrock joint tape, and what’s the best remedy?

 

Do it right, or do it twice.

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  1. clampman2 | | #1

    Usually not enough mud under the tape, or mud under the tape too dry. Ocassionally, defective rock where paper didn't stick to gypum - usually on rolled edges.

    Cut football shape with knife around bubble into the good area; peel out tape and retape.

    Clampman

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