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  "name": "What drywall finish level do I need on kitchen walls?",
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      "name": "What drywall finish level do I need on kitchen walls?",
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        "text": "What level of drywall finish is required for a kitchen?\nA Level 4 finish is standard for kitchen walls that will receive flat or low-sheen paint, while a Level 5 skim coat is recommended for glossy paint or walls with heavy direct lighting. Level 4 involves embedding tape and applying three separate coats of joint compound over fasteners and joints, followed by sanding. If your kitchen design features smooth enamel paint, under-cabinet lighting strips, or large windows that cast glancing sunlight across long walls, upgrading to Level 5 hides microscopic surface variations that might otherwise show through.",
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        "description": "A Level 4 finish is standard for painted kitchen walls, but a Level 5 skim coat is best if using glossy paint or intense direct under-cabinet lighting."
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  "description": "A Level 4 finish is standard for painted kitchen walls, but a Level 5 skim coat is best if using glossy paint or intense direct under-cabinet lighting."
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