Drywall to shower surround

[Deej]

Installed new fiberglass shower.After I install drywall over flange to shower edge, should the joint between the shower and the drywall be mudded or filled with silicone? I would think mudding might look better but would cracking over time be an issue?

[Tom R]

I always 'flat-tape' it with mud, then GE silicone caulk (after it's painted).

[Sparks]

I did exactly as Tom described, but ya gotta use the good stuff. The best grade GE caulk meant for kitckhens and baths, forget the cheap caulk.

[Deej]

Thanks guys, Hopefully will git'r'done this wkend

[BuildWritewell]

If the drywall is installed tight (Under 1/8") you may simply caulk.

For wider joints tape with the first coat consisting of a set-fast drywall compound.