TAPING & MUDDING INSPECTION CHECKLIST

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--- PRE-TAPING CONDITIONS ---
[ ] Wall/Ceiling Thickness (inches)
[ ] Substrate Type (Drywall, Plaster, Other (Specify in LONG_TEXT))
[ ] Substrate Description (if 'Other' selected above)
[ ] Wall/Ceiling Condition (New, Existing - Good, Existing - Requires Repair)
[ ] Description of Existing Wall/Ceiling Condition (if 'Requires Repair' selected above)
[ ] Average Deviation from Flat (inches)
[ ] Presence of Moisture? (Yes, No)
[ ] Moisture Source/Details (if 'Yes' selected above)

--- TAPING - INSTALLATION ---
[ ] Tape Type Used? (Paper Tape, Fiberglass Mesh Tape, Other (Specify in Long Text))
[ ] If 'Other' tape type, please specify:
[ ] Tape Overlap (inches):
[ ] Tape Application Method: (Manual, Automated, Other (Specify in Long Text))
[ ] If 'Other' application method, please specify:
[ ] Tape Adhesion - Check all that apply: (Good, Fair, Poor, Bubbling/Loose Areas Present)
[ ] Was proper corner taping technique used (e.g., 'hook' or 'butt' joint)? (Yes, No, Not Applicable)
[ ] Upload Photos of Tape Installation (optional):

--- FIRST COAT MUDDING - APPLICATION ---
[ ] Mud Type Used (Verify against specs) (All-Purpose, Setting-Type, Lightweight, Other (Specify in Long Text))
[ ] Mud Coat Thickness (inches)
[ ] Tape Embedding (Fully Embedded, Slightly Exposed, Partially Exposed, Not Embedded)
[ ] Notes on Tape Adhesion
[ ] Mud Consistency (Creamy, Too Wet, Too Dry, As Specified)
[ ] Coverage Observations

--- SUBSEQUENT COATS & SANDING ---
[ ] Thickness of Second Coat (inches)
[ ] Mud Consistency of Second Coat (Too Wet, Optimal, Too Dry)
[ ] Sanding Technique Observed (Manual Hand Sanding, Power Sanding (Appropriate Grit), Other (Specify Below))
[ ] If 'Other' Sanding Technique Selected, Please Specify:
[ ] Number of Sanding Passes (Estimated)
[ ] Sandpaper Grit Used (Most Recent) (80 Grit, 100 Grit, 120 Grit, 150 Grit, 180 Grit, 220 Grit)
[ ] Describe any observed imperfections or issues after sanding (e.g., swirl marks, unevenness).

--- CORNERS & JOINTS ---
[ ] Inside Corner Straightness (Perfectly Straight, Minor Bows (Acceptable), Significant Bows (Unacceptable))
[ ] Outside Corner Straightness (Perfectly Straight, Minor Imperfections (Acceptable), Significant Imperfections (Unacceptable))
[ ] Joint Compound Coverage (Full Coverage - No Gaps, Minor Gaps (Acceptable), Significant Gaps (Unacceptable))
[ ] Joint Compound Thickness (max)
[ ] Joint Compound Feathering
[ ] Cracks Present? (No, Yes - Minor, Yes - Significant)
[ ] Crack Description (if applicable)
[ ] Corner/Joint Photo Evidence

--- FINISH & TEXTURE ---
[ ] Specified Texture? (Yes, No)
[ ] Describe Specified Texture (if applicable)
[ ] Texture Uniformity? (Excellent, Good, Fair, Poor)
[ ] Surface Smoothness - Roughness Measurement (if applicable)
[ ] Notes on Texture or Finish Issues
[ ] Photos of Finished Surface

--- OVERALL APPEARANCE & DEFECTS ---
[ ] Describe any observed cracks or shrinkage lines.
[ ] Are there any noticeable blemishes or imperfections? (Pinholes, Ripples, Uneven Texture, Discoloration, None Observed)
[ ] Estimate the maximum crack width (in inches):
[ ] Overall surface texture consistency: (Excellent - Uniform and Smooth, Good - Minor inconsistencies, Fair - Noticeable inconsistencies, Poor - Significant inconsistencies)
[ ] Any comments regarding the overall aesthetic quality?
[ ] Is the finish consistent with project specifications? (Yes, No, Unsure)
[ ] Attach photos documenting any defects.

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