How to Install a Corner Bead

The outside corners of drywall can be damaged easily. Installing a corner bead will prevent the edges from crumbling and help make a smooth seam. Install corner beads after you hang all the drywall and before you tape the joints.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

Things You’ll Need:

• Drywall Corner Bead
• Drywall Screws Or Nails
• Levels

1. Wrap corner bead around corner of drywall.
2. Level corner bead by placing a long carpenter's level against bead and moving bead toward you to level.
3. Nail in place. Space nails every 6 inches. Be sure nail hits wood frame.

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