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aircooledJenkins t1_izc25cy wrote

Reply to Advice for first time drywall patch by astropiano1998

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Jeff has quite a few methods to go about repairing drywall. My biggest realization once I started to try to do it right is that the affected area ends up a lot larger than the original hole if you want to try to smooth it out to make it disappear.

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Jewboy-Deluxe t1_izc1tt3 wrote

Reply to Advice for first time drywall patch by astropiano1998

I can tell you how to fix it but it takes finesse to make it look nice. Get a piece of 1x3 and cut it about 7” long Put a screw for a handle in the middle of it, screw it in about 1/2” Stick 1x3 in hole , use screw to hold, and put screws through drywall to hold , don’t screw too deep Screw on patch Drywall tape seams Apply compound filling seams and not too thick. Once dry scrap and re apply, Reappear Sand Prime paint

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Melodic-Engine3902 t1_izc1l4t wrote

Reply to Advice for first time drywall patch by astropiano1998

The best way is to screw some type of board behind the edges. Use fiber tape with the little squares in it, it doesn't require mud behind it like paper tape so it won't hump out so bad. The keys to drywall are don't rush it, make sure it is dry in-between coats. For the best results feather out at least 12 inches on each side as it will help hide the hump that will be there.

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