Drywall patching

Overview:

- Drywall patching is the process of using drywall like materials to patch a hole or crack in a wall. Patching drywall is not a very difficult process, but it takes a little bit of time and that time must be allowed for or imperfections can occur in the final product.  Be cautious when using the tools, such as the power drill (putting other holes in the wall or your hand), utility knife (cutting your hand), and the Drywall Compound knife because it has a sharp edge also (cutting your hand). Clean-up after each compound application and sanding is necessary so that the Drywall Compound Knife does not rust and the drywall dust does not get tracked anywhere or in power tools.

Step 1: Materials and Tools:

The first step in patching drywall is to gather all the necissary materials and tools to complete the task

-Utility Knife
-Drywall piece large enough to fill the hole (make sure that the drywall piece is the same thickness as the drywall that you are patching)
-Lumber or pieces of Scrap Plywood for supports (large enough to give adequate support)
-Joint Compound
-Mesh Fiberglass Drywall Tape
-Drywall Compound Knife
-Fine Grit Sand Paper or Drywall Sanding Screen
-Drill (electric or battery powered) with Philips Head Bit

-Extension Cord if not close enough to an outlet (If using a electric drill)

-Drywall screws

-Tarp to make cleanup easier

-Carpenter pencil

-Tape measure

-Rag or some cloth for cleaning

Comments

[Mig Welder]

cool thanks!

[Browncoat]

This would be better if there were photos too.  Still, helpful. :)