Should I leave the wood that is flush with the drywall on the right and apply corner bead mud for a modern window trim look in my 1950s cape cod?
Asked by محمدامين صدر 
5 months ago
Last Updated: June 25, 2024
Hey everyone!
I’m looking to give my 1950’s cape cod home a more modern touch by achieving trimless drywall returns for the windows. I’m starting with the upstairs hallway because I’m already making a mess refinishing the stairs.
The window depth is pretty shallow, only about an inch. On the right side, you can see the wood that the trim was attached to, and on the left, I removed that piece, but I can easily put it back if necessary.
I’m debating whether I should leave the wood that’s flush with the drywall on the right side and just apply corner bead and mud. Usually, people add drywall to the inside edges, but I’m not sure how that would work with this window.
Any advice or tips would be greatly appreciated!
For the framing next to the window, attach a piece of drywall, install corner bead, and tape it.
I agree with the comment above.
Install an extension jamb, followed by corner bead.
Unless they provide a 1” jamb, I don’t think that will be possible.
You can use a table saw to make it. Alternatively, you could simply frame the jamb with drywall and then install corner beads and mud.
It seems water has been seeping into the framing on the lower right side! Ensure the leak is repaired and consider replacing any decayed wood
AJ, I for sure noticed a mildew smell when I removed the trim. I’ll definitely seal it before moving forward.
Don’t forget to seal it from the outside.