Instructions
- Remove Stray Paper. With your sharp utility knife, run it at a 45-degree angle down the entire length of each butt edge that will meet.
- Stick the Tape to the Drywall. Cut off the correct length of drywall tape with the utility knife. ...
- Let It Dry. The tape should thoroughly dry and stick to the seam before you undertake subsequent steps. If not, the tape may slide around and become difficult to fix.
- Apply Drywall Compound. After the tape has dried to the seam, use the 6-inch drywall knife to apply a narrow band of drywall compound over the tape.
- Light Spot-Sand (Optional) Excessive sanding will abrade the paper covering on the drywall. ...
- Apply Drywall Compound. Use the broad, 12-inch drywall knife to apply drywall compound over the seam. Extend beyond your earlier work.
- Sand the Drywall. After the compound has dried, sand the seam. ...
How do you repair a big hole in drywall?
Tools Required
- Drywall sander
- Drywall saw
- Dust mask
- Paintbrush
- Screw gun
- Taping knife
- Utility knife
How to repair big holes in drywall?
STEP 1: Buy these materials.
- Piece of drywall (2′ x 2′)
- Utility knife
- Putty knife
- Joint compound
- Drywall tape
- Sandpaper
- Jigsaw (optional, but necessary if you need to cut the drywall into special shapes to fit around plumbing).
- Drywall knife (if you can’t use a jigsaw to cut out notches)
How to repair a hole in drywall like a pro?
Tape and Seal the Drywall Patch
- Run strips of self-adhesive fiberglass drywall tape around the edges of the patch, centering the tape on the seams.
- Use a 6-inch drywall knife to spread drywall joint compound across the patch and tape to create a smooth, flat surface.
- Let the compound dry overnight, then sand until smooth.
- Repeat with a second coat.
How to hide unbeveled edges on drywall?
How to Install Rounded Drywall Corner Beads
- Cut all three varieties of corner beading with a hacksaw or tin snips. You can also cut all but the metal varieties with a utility knife.
- Measure the length of the corner to which you wish to apply beading and cut a piece of beading to that length.
- Spray adhesive along on the wall on both sides of the corner and press plastic beading into position.
How to repair a sanded area?
If you cut corners on sanding, the repair site will be noticeable, so take your time. Once the repaired area is dry, use a fine-grit (100 or 120) sandpaper. After the first round of sanding, add a second layer of mud, spreading it about 2 inches beyond the boundaries of the first layer. Once dry, re-sand.
Is joint compound easier to sand?
DO keep it light. Less is generally more when it comes to joint compound. A thin coat is easier to sand, and you’ll be less likely to remove too much while sanding and expose the patch. Also, for joint compound to appear flush with the wall near the damage site, “feather” the mud as you apply it.
Is drywall indestructible?
Drywall is tough, but it’s not indestructible. Over time, gypsum-board walls can sustain ugly cracks or holes. Fortunately, drywall is fairly easy to repair, but there is an art to it. Here’s what to do—and what to avoid—when fixing drywall damage so it’s indiscernible to landlords, homebuyers, or visitors.
Do you need a mask when sanding drywall?
DO use protection. The fine particulate of drywall compound could injure your lungs if inhaled. So always wear a dust mask when sanding drywall compound. Disposable gloves are also a good idea to protect your hands from the dehydrating effects of gypsum dust.
How to remove stray paper from drywall?
Remove Stray Paper. With your sharp utility knife, run it at a 45-degree angle down the entire length of each butt edge that will meet. The purpose is not to try to create your own tapered edge as this is difficult to do by hand. Instead, remove stray paper sticking out from the drywall.
Can you sand drywall with light pressure?
Light Spot-Sand (Optional) Excessive sanding will abrade the paper covering on the drywall. So, this initial sanding is only designed to remove any peaks or bumps that may have developed earlier and which were allowed to dry. Do not sand the entire seam. Sand only the problem area, and apply only light pressure.
Can you taper drywall edges?
But when you have two straight edges that have no built-in taper, it can be difficult to match the two edges and taper them with drywall tape and drywall compound.
Can you join tapered edges?
Unfortunately, it is not always possible to join a tapered edge to another tapered edge. Sometimes, two straight factory edges meet. Or other times, cuts will create straight edges. Then, adjoining butt edges is your next best option. Paper tape is adhered to the seam with drywall compound and allowed to dry.
Introduction
Even the most mindful homeowner, or renter, can end up dinging a corner in their home. Vacuuming, or kids playing, and all of sudden there is chip in the the corner of the wall. Countless amounts of money go to repairs, or lost security deposits, that easily could have been averted if the person did the repair themselves.
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