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PSA: I mixed a batch of compound with a cordless drill for a small patch and it came out way too airy.
It was just a quick repair in a bathroom, but the finish was full of tiny bubbles after sanding. I learned my old hand mixer gives a much tighter consistency for taping. Anyone have a good method for small batches with power tools?
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diana_carr6618d ago
Saw a tip about using a lower speed on the drill to avoid whipping air into it, maybe try that next time?
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karenb9718d agoTop Commenter
My old contractor buddy swears by high speed for mixing thin-set, says it gets fewer lumps. I tried slowing down once and ended up with a clumpy mess that took forever to smooth out. The air thing seems overblown unless you're really cranking it in a huge bucket. What kind of mix are you working with?
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