Patching Drywall
Depending on the size of the patch, drywall repair can be 5 minutes to, well, too long. So we'll start small and work our way up to that giant hole you put your dresser in front of. Scroll down and you'll be introduced to the tools/materials you'll need for three different types of drywall patch. I know a lot of this wont sound easy, but if you want to do it you can. Just take your time, go step by step and have fun with a new task.
First thing I want to mention to anyone doing any drywall work is how to go about cutting boards with little mess. Don't just start going at drywall with a saw, it's a mess and not worth the hassle. Just simply score your cut line with a utility knife. Holding a square or level on your cut line will make this a lot smoother and straighter. The smaller of a piece you want to cut the deeper you'll have to score it. After you run your blade a few times, snap your board on the scored line. If your having trouble breaking it just run your blade down it a few more times (you shouldn't need a straightedge since the cut will act as a track). Not it should be just holding on by the back paper. Fold your piece all the way back to crease the paper. Then run your blade down the crease line. At this point you should be finished with your cut. If your edges are bumpy use your knife or a drywall rasp. Sounds confusing but it's super easy. Do it once or twice and you'll get it.
First thing I want to mention to anyone doing any drywall work is how to go about cutting boards with little mess. Don't just start going at drywall with a saw, it's a mess and not worth the hassle. Just simply score your cut line with a utility knife. Holding a square or level on your cut line will make this a lot smoother and straighter. The smaller of a piece you want to cut the deeper you'll have to score it. After you run your blade a few times, snap your board on the scored line. If your having trouble breaking it just run your blade down it a few more times (you shouldn't need a straightedge since the cut will act as a track). Not it should be just holding on by the back paper. Fold your piece all the way back to crease the paper. Then run your blade down the crease line. At this point you should be finished with your cut. If your edges are bumpy use your knife or a drywall rasp. Sounds confusing but it's super easy. Do it once or twice and you'll get it.
Spackling
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This technique only works on small holes think nail holes up to larger bolts. You can also use spackling for thin cracks or dents in your walls.
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Small/Medium Drywall Holes
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So now you got yourself a hole. Patch kits come in sizes from 4 " up to about 12". If you think the 4" patch is too large, you can also use mesh tape.
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Large Hole/Full Sheet Drywall Repair
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In the situation that you have damage that's just too large for a patch, you'll be best off replacing a 4' by 8' section of your drywall. For this technique you will need some other tools so please read this manual in full before deciding it's something you want to do.
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