No-Trim Drywall Returns for Windows

Instead of wood returns and casing, drywall is a great no-trim option for a clean look that's more affordable.

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[mgtow-balance]

as a diy homeowner, i do a lot of the jobs. in the last year, i must have watched hundreds of how-to videos and each one has shown me different tips 'n' tricks. this one showed me to tape up the corners INSIDE the corner bead before the compound. thanx a lot for that one!

[almccallie]

Really appreciate the clear, no nonsense demonstration and instruction without annoying music. Good job.

[KennyFlagg]

Every drywall vid ends with “that’s all we need to do before the next coat”. 😂

[markcook]

My dad’s house has no-trim returns and It looks awesome. Thanks for the great video.

[howtodoitdude]

I’ve been a taper since my teenage years, I must say, you are very knowledgeable and it shows. Great work and videos!

[pete-dog]

Love to see a pro at work. Nice to watch a video and not feel like you just wasted your time....on the contrary I felt privileged to see it. Thank you for posting.

[KirbySTompy]

God bless brother, super informative and helpful for me. First time home owner and first time doing drywall and window installation. This was beyond helpful. Thank you again.

[planesandbikes]

love the no-trim look on windows, with a generous window sill! I did this in my bathroom and will do the same in the rest of the house. great instructional video as I have not done drywall returns yet and plan to do it in two bedrooms.

[MultI-Arkansas]

Man that's some clean sharp edges.

[richardmcmurry]

Nice and clean. Better than window casings in my opinion.

[liverpoolliverpool]

Great Video am a taper myself and what I've learned today is that putting that small piece of mesh tape at the end of the corner beads at the top

[shanebrown]

This is extremely helpful Any chance you could share links or a list of the materials used?

[andrometer]

Pro tip
You can 45 your corner bead so you don’t have to tape that corner

[migdalayatamayo]

I actually like this better, I've lived with wood casings over 100 years old and just as many paint coats and I have these. Love em

[Kunukathletix]

Only thing I’d suggest is putting a small piece a tape over the corner edges ( or where the two bead meet in the corner ) to cancel any future cracking, and to tape the inside corners of your windows

[shannond]

Great video, thanks for sharing :) You'll always be my go-to drywall expert 👍

[rockybledsoe]

His skin looks so clear and tight when he looks up

[edover]

Always enjoy your videos Myron, hope you do more.

[JohnSmendrovac]

I can’t believe that people don’t want a beautiful wood frame 🖼️

[ttfweb]

I’m not a fan of drywall returns myself, but this is great work.