Drywall Wall Repair

Use a drywall knife to cover the patch with spackling compound or lightweight joint compound in a crisscross pattern feathering the edges so it blends with the wall.

Drywall wall repair.

If there s a small hole in your wall and you re a novice in drywall work think about choosing a repair kit. Don t melt down if a doorknob misguided chair or an impromptu hockey game knocks a big hole in your drywall. Considerations for drywall repair kits if your hole is larger than 4 inches in width and height it s best to repair the wall rather than use a patch kit. Once you have learned how to patch a hole in the wall you can do this simple repair to patch drywall anywhere in your home.

To repair a large hole in drywall first draw a square outline around the hole using a 24 in. With a little patience a little joint compound and a few dabs of paint even a novice can complete a near invisible wall repair. For a very smooth drywall hole repair spread a third coat with a 12 inch drywall taping knife and let dry overnight then sand wipe with a tack cloth and paint the area. As you mark the four lines be sure to center one vertical line on the center of a wall stud.

To feather the edge increase pressure and angle on the drywall knife as you reach the outer edges of the patch area to minimize or thin the compound on the drywall.