THE WORK AND THE FINISH
What is the extra step in Level 5 finishing?
After Level 4 treatment of joints and fasteners, a thin skim coat covers the entire gypsum-panel surface. The specified primer and decoration follow. That full-surface treatment reduces differences between the board paper and finished joints.
When does Level 5 make sense for a room?
Light traveling across a wall, deeper paint colors and non-flat finishes can reveal surface differences. Compare a sample with your planned lighting and paint before choosing the finish. Smoothing an existing wall needs its own substrate review.
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