at some point you just have to call it good enough and move on, right?
Easier said than done... Every time I “move on,” I spot a new bump in the worst possible light. My living room’s basically a shrine to sanding dust now. Maybe perfection is just an illusion with drywall?
Maybe perfection is just an illusion with drywall?
Honestly, I’ve seen even pro jobs where the light hits just right and you spot a little wave or bump. I always tell clients, once the paint and furniture are in, those tiny flaws fade into the background. There’s a point where “good enough” really is good enough—otherwise, you’ll never get your living room back.
I get where you’re coming from, but I can’t help thinking there’s a difference between “good enough” and just rushing to get it done. I’ve walked into rooms where the seams catch the light and it bugs me every time, even after the furniture’s in. Maybe it’s just my eye, but I think taking that extra hour or two to feather out joints really pays off. Doesn’t have to be museum-level perfect, but a little extra effort goes a long way.
Totally get what you mean about those seams catching the light—drives me nuts too. I tried to cut corners in my basement reno, thinking “eh, the couch will cover it,” but every time I walk by that one wall, it’s like my eyes go straight to the line. Learned my lesson there. Now I just throw on a podcast and take my time with the mudding. Doesn’t have to be flawless, but yeah, a little extra effort saves a lot of regret later.
Funny how those little imperfections just glare at you, right? I’ve had clients swear they’d never notice a seam—until the afternoon sun hits just right and suddenly it’s all they see. You’re spot on: a bit more time upfront with the mudding saves a lot of “should’ve done it better” later. Podcasts definitely help make the process less tedious.
