Finishing
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The ProForm® brand brings meaningful innovation into every project. With select products, you can leverage additional benefits that help minimize costs and maximize jobsite performance.
Five levels of finish
Finishing a building, room or wall with the desired aesthetic appearance is important. These educational assets will help you select the right level of finish for wall boards to achieve your desired outcome.
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Making the right choice
From ready mix and setting joint compounds to joint tape and texture products, ProForm Finishing Products has everything needed to complete your complex projects. Use the chart below to select the right product for your next project.
Setting compounds vs. ready mix
Setting compounds and ready mix each have unique advantages depending on factors such as weather conditions and project timelines. Use this chart to help you decide when to use setting compounds or ready mix.
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Seasonal benefits of setting compounds
Seasonal weather can be a factor in any
building project, but areas with consistently
high humidity or drastic day-to-night
temperature swings can face even larger
challenges when it comes to drywall finishing.
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Matching the ideal joint compound with the appropriate finishing tool
Ensure a smooth, high-quality finish with ProForm joint compounds
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Master the mix: 3 tips for perfecting your setting compound
Maximize jobsite efficiency with ProForm setting compounds
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ProForm ready mix joint compounds: Time-tested, finisher approved
Explore these three tips to get the best out of every pail
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ProForm meets local tastes with seven regional joint compounds
These regionally specific topping formulas include lightweight, t...
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How to choose the right ready mix joint compound
See which joint compounds work well regardless of the level of fi...
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When to use setting compounds vs. ready mix
Time-crunched schedules, high humidity and small projects are all...
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