Drywall repairs are an expected part of life in every home or business atmosphere. There are lots of reasons that destruction occurs including children, water damage, social events, teenagers and accidents.



Virtually all interior walls are enclosed in Sheetrock, aka drywall, or gypsum wallboard. This material is strong; although, very susceptible to water damage and indentations or cracks. Everyday living with people and pets can possibly cause accidental damage. Just having a doorknob get in touch with the drywall can leave a ring of damage or even a hole if nothing prevents contact.

Common drywall damage includes dents, holes, cracks, and peeling joint tape. It really is pointless to paint over these drywall issues if you don’t adequately repair them first. Luckily, nearly all drywall problems can be fixed without difficulty. If you've got the proper hand tools and materials, it is easy to fix most drywall problems.

Obviously, safety is the main priority before tackling any DIY project. Fixing the most frequent drywall issues isn't that difficult. Learn how to take the appropriate security precautions before taking on sagging ceilings, fractures under windows and doorknob imprints.

Mind Your Back When Working With Drywall

Drywall is incredibly heavy and it is essential to lift with caution or you can hurt yourself. Modest drywall repairs are available in 2-foot square pieces or there are 4x8' sheets for sale. As it is less costly to purchase in bulk, most contractors cut the size they need from full pieces. Always bear in mind that a full piece of ½-inch drywall weighs around 54 lbs.

Retain help in advance of your pickup and delivery in order to save your back. Always lift with your knees and not your back as this is a heavy and awkward load. Don't plan on raising drywall by yourself. Be careful when leaning pieces against a wall since they can tumble over and crush pets and children.

Kids Can Fall Into Empty Buckets and Drown

5-gallon containers of joint compound are among the most popular, even though this is available in a variety of sizes. These are a dangerous threat to young toddlers and small kids. They can fall accidentally headfirst into the bucket while innocently gazing in. Furthermore in only one inch of water, they can drown. Never leave buckets outdoors in the rain. Drilling holes in pails that are used primarily for carrying instead of mixing is an simple safety precaution.

Drywall Dust Cleanup

The sanding of joint compound during drywall repairs creates a ton of fine, pesky white dust. This is made up of minute gypsum particles and silica, making it a respiratory irritant. This creates a respiratory irritant because it's full of fine particulate matter including gypsum and silica. Working in a well-ventilated place minimizes your chance of inhaling particles.

Hire somebody to follow you closely with a shop vac to capture any sanding dust. Check that your shop vac is certified with a HEPA form of filtration. IOnce you have finished the area, use your household vac to eliminate even more of the dust. Lastly, mop and dust baseboards and window ledges, cabinets, fireplace mantle etc. after to trap any remnants. If you will be drywall sanding close to a heater vent, tape it off ahead of time either with your drop cloth or a piece of paper to prevent dust from settling into your vents.



Know What Compound You Require

There are a couple of main kinds of premixed drywall compounds. There are lightweight products as well as all-purpose types which act differently. The lightweight product takes less time to dry and weighs approximately 1/3 less in comparison to the all-purpose. The lightweight product doesn’t take as much sanding effort. The other all-purpose type dries harder and costs less.

Each joint compound is easy to apply. They can last at room temperature for approximately 9 months. Opt for a 5-gallon bucket if you have sizeable drywall repairs to complete.


There's also a dry-mix joint compound available. This is a powder form product that has to be mixed to the proper consistency with water before using. With regards to economical choices, the dry-mix compound is cheaper than premixed versions. The premix version is faster and easier to apply; particularly for DIY choices.

Common Doorknob Damage

We’ve virtually all observed it. That flawless circle or semi-circle indent on the drywall from where a door was opened a little too vigorously. Even if the door opens lightly, these indents can occur if there is no stopper for protection. A peel-and-stick restoration patch may be a simple solution. These patches involve an adhesive-backed screen made out of aluminum. It has a fibreglass mesh for reinforcement. These have been formulated for easy application. Just peel the backing off and then press the patch over the hole.

Take a four to six-inch-wide drywall knife and put the joint compound over the patch. Carefully force the compound through the mesh by using the right amount of pressure during application. After it has dried, lightly sand and then incorporate another thinner coat of compound. Extend this second coat slightly by a few inches beyond the first coat. Do this again for a third time and sand everything again lightly after it has dried. After it is smooth and seamless, prime and paint your patch.

Drywall Cracks

It is not uncommon to see drywall cracks below or above doors and windows. Typically, these minor cracks are created as the home settles in its frame and the timber shrinks. Commence with a sanding sponge to sand the crack properly. Vacuum the fracture to remove all of the debris and dust when your sanding is complete.

These types of cracks are often found below or above doors and windows. These vertical cracks are often caused by the house frame settling due to lumber shrinkage. Use a sanding sponge to prepare the fractures. First, smooth them with sanding and then vacuum away the dust. Place a tiny coat of joint compound into your crack with a putty knife. When it has dried out, sand it smooth and vacuum. Repeat and employ a second slim coat. After the repair is complete and flush along with the rest of the drywall, you are ready for priming and painting.