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  "name": "What drywall finish level is recommended for kitchen walls?",
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      "name": "What drywall finish level is recommended for kitchen walls?",
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        "text": "For painted kitchen walls, a Level 4 finish is standard, while a Level 5 finish is recommended if you have smooth, glossy paint, direct natural sunlight, or down-lighting. A Level 4 finish includes tape embedded in joint compound, two coats over joints and fasteners, and sanding, which looks clean under flat or satin finishes. A Level 5 finish adds a thin skim coat across the entire drywall surface to eliminate texture differences between the paper and mud. Areas that will be covered completely by tile or solid backsplashes only require a Level 2 or 3 finish.",
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        "description": "A Level 4 finish is standard for painted kitchen walls, while a Level 5 skim coat is recommended under glossy paint or bright lighting to ensure seamless walls."
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  "description": "A Level 4 finish is standard for painted kitchen walls, while a Level 5 skim coat is recommended under glossy paint or bright lighting to ensure seamless walls."
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