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Family Handyman Do-It-Yourself Basics by Editors Of Family Handyman

Author:Editors Of Family Handyman , Date: October 31, 2017 ,Views: 455

Family Handyman Do-It-Yourself Basics by Editors Of Family Handyman

Author:Editors Of Family Handyman
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Reader's Digest


Patch a drywall hole fast

PROFESSIONAL COST: $100

YOUR COST: $10

SAVINGS: $90

COMPLEXITY

Simple

TOOLS

Mud pan

12-in. wide taping knife

Sanding sponge, 120-grit

MATERIALS

Dust mask

Aluminum patch

Pre-mixed joint compound

Primer

Paint

The traditional method of repairing holes in walls is to square the hole, put wood backing behind it, cut and screw on a drywall patch, and then tape the edges. Aluminum patches, available at home centers and paint and hardware stores, give the same results with much less work. The patches, which come in various sizes, are stiff enough to span holes and thin enough to disappear after taping and painting.

Select a patch large enough to overlap the hole on all sides by an inch. Patches can be cut or overlapped as needed.



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