Taping and mudding is the foundation of a quality drywall finish, and it is especially critical in mature neighborhoods like Hillhurst. Artista Drywall serves Hillhurst, Calgary with professional taping and mudding services for renovation projects, wall repairs, and full refinishing. Homes built during the 1910-1960 era often have original taped joints that are failing, seams showing through paint, and plaster-to-drywall transitions that need professional finishing. The quality of the taping determines whether the final painted surface looks smooth or shows every seam.
In mature Hillhurst homes, taping and mudding work often goes beyond simple joint finishing. Plaster walls being converted to drywall need transition strips and careful feathering to create a seamless surface. Existing tape that has cracked, bubbled, or peeled must be cut out and replaced before fresh compound is applied. Corner beads on outside corners that have been dented over decades of use are replaced and re-mudded. Ceiling conditions also require attention: original homes feature plaster crown moulding and 9 to 10-foot ceilings that require specialized repair; infills have standard smooth 9-foot ceilings. Every pass of compound is feathered wide to create invisible transitions.
Artista Drywall uses a combination of setting compound (for structural repairs and first coats) and lightweight finishing compound (for final coats and sanding) to achieve the best result in older Hillhurst homes. Setting compound is stronger and resists cracking, making it the right choice for embedding tape and filling deep joints. Lightweight compound sands easily and creates a smooth surface for painting. This two-compound approach is essential for renovation taping where the joint conditions vary from wall to wall.
Hillhurst is one of Calgary's most established inner-city neighborhoods, with tree-lined streets of craftsman homes that date back to the 1910s and 1920s. The Hillhurst Sunnyside Community Association is among the most active in the city, and the farmers market at the community center draws crowds every Wednesday in summer. Located just north of the Bow River and a short walk from Kensington Village, Hillhurst offers a rare combination of heritage character, urban convenience, and community engagement. Artista Drywall has completed taping and mudding projects across Hillhurst and neighboring NW communities including Kensington, Capitol Hill, Sunnyside. Our familiarity with the homes and construction styles in this area means accurate quoting, efficient scheduling, and a finished product that meets the expectations of Hillhurst homeowners.
What We Offer
Embed tape over all joints and inside corners with base coat compound. Paper tape is stronger than mesh tape and provides superior crack resistance on all joint types. In older Hillhurst homes, we check for and replace any deteriorated original tape before applying fresh compound.
Additional compound passes feathered wide to eliminate seam visibility in Hillhurst homes. Each coat is wider than the previous one, creating a gradual transition that is invisible once painted. Full dry time between coats is essential for a quality result.
Metal and vinyl corner bead mudded smooth on all outside corners. Corner beads create a straight, uniform edge that resists impact. We use metal bead for most applications and vinyl for archways or curved corners.
Full-surface skim coat for level 5 or to refresh an existing wall. A skim coat covers the entire surface with a thin layer of compound, eliminating any texture variation between taped joints and bare board for a perfectly uniform surface.
Seal mudded areas before paint to ensure even absorption. Compound absorbs paint differently than bare drywall, so spot priming (or full priming on skim-coated surfaces) ensures a consistent finish when your painter follows.
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