Example of a level 5 finish. I’m applying very thin mud then using firm pressure to take most of it off. I’m just leaving a thin layer of mud to make the entire surface the same. Drywall board has a bit of texture to it having a paper face and drywall mud is soft and smooth. When you have areas with critical lighting, high gloss paints, dark paints or feature walls a level 5 finish can make sure that surface is flawless. The entire surface will be even and you won’t have the flashing of your smo