If you're about to embark on a drywall project or you are a beginner in the drywall industry it can be quite overwhelming to know which tools you will need, what is essential and what isn't. Getting the right kit is essential for the ability and quality of the drywall task at hand.

Today we are looking at drywall flat boxes, and whether they're essential, whether they're worth the hype or if they aren't necessary at all.

If you are new to the drywall industry you will be pleased to know that there are a tonne of automated tools available to help you to get the job done with ease, efficiency and to a high standard. Drywall flat boxes are one automated tool that could make your job much easier.

What is a drywall flat box?

When you have put up your drywall, the next step is to cover the joints between the boards, you can do this successfully with a combination of tape and joint compound, which will encourage a smooth finish across the entire surface. You can either do this manually or you can purchase an automated taper from our fantastic range at Drywall Tools Direct.

The next step is where your drywall flat boxes come in.

You can purchase drywall flat boxes in a range of sizing (including 7”, 10” and 12”) and the objective of the tool is to run it over each joint, trowelling the compound & feathering edges for a precise, high quality finish.

Drywall flat boxes main purpose is to encourage a more consistent result overall, as well as offering a smooth finish across all of the drywall joints. This tool is designed to increase efficiency and the quality of the finish with less effort and time consumption.

Reasons to use a drywall flat box...

As with all automated tools, the benefits usually outweigh the negatives, and with the drywall flat boxes, there is no exception in the huge amount of benefits to your work.

  • Complete joint finishing efficiently
  • Finishing with the flat box requires significantly less physical effort
  • Ease in hard to reach areas
  • Creates safer working environment, no longer need for ladders or plastering stilts
  • Enjoy a smoother, cleaner finish on every joint
  • Saving time and money.
  • Less likely to make an error

 

Drywall Tools Direct recommends...

 

TapeTech Power Assist™ Finishing Box

  • Applies first coat of joint compound to embed tape at butt joints & flat joints on walls and ceilings.
  • Finishes butt joints & flat joints on walls & ceilings.
  • Feathers edges of butt joints & flat joints EasyFinish® bent handles help to activate the Power Assist™ mechanism.

 

 

Columbia Flat Finisher Box

 

  • Finishes flat joints evenly and professionally
  • New and improved “No Swell” gaskets
  • No springs required!
  • Available in sizes 5.5", 7", 8", 10", 12" and 14"