So, you got a hole in your wall? No biggie! Here’s how to fix it so it looks like it never happened.
What You’ll Need
Drywall patch (either a piece of drywall or one of those pre-made patches)
Drywall or putty knife
Joint compound (also called mud)
Sanding thingy (like a block or just sandpaper – 120-220 grit)
Drywall tape (mesh or paper stuff)
Pencil and measuring tape
Some kind of knife (utility or drywall saw)
Primer and paint
Steps to Fix It
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Get the Area Ready
- Get rid of any loose bits around the hole.
- Use a knife to make the hole a square or rectangle. It’ll make patching easier.
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Cut the Patch
- Measure the hole.
- Cut a piece of drywall a little smaller than the hole.
- Make sure it fits right.
Quick Tip: If the hole’s big, put a piece of wood behind the drywall so you can screw the patch into it.
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Stick the Patch In
- Small holes: Use those sticky mesh patches.
- Medium/Large holes: Screw the patch into the wood or studs.
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Tape It Up
- Put drywall tape around the edges of the patch.
- Press it down good.
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Mud Time – First Coat
- Use your knife to spread a thin layer of mud over the patch and tape.
- Make the edges smooth.
- Let it dry. Usually, wait a day if it’s a thick coat.
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Sand and Repeat
- Sand the first coat a bit to get rid of bumps.
- Put on another coat of mud, making it wider than the first.
- Let it dry, then sand again.
- Do a third coat if you need it to make it super smooth.
Friendly Advice: Sand easy and wear a mask. That drywall dust is a pain.
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Prime and Paint
- Put primer on the patch to seal it.
- When it’s dry, paint it to match the wall.
Some Advice
Keep your knife clean so you don’t get bumps.
Smooth out the edges so you can’t see them.
Mesh tape is faster, but paper tape is stronger for big holes.
In short, fixing drywall takes some time to do it right. Prep the hole, use thin coats of mud, and sand carefully. Then, bam! The hole’s gone, and no one will ever know it was there.
