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what are the tools needed to fix a hole in the wall at my house...sheetrock, putty pain and what else?
i know its paint, putty, and a blade looking thing then the sheet rock is that it?
Do It Yourself (DIY) - 6 Answers - 2007-06-23 15:06:25

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For a do it youselfer,home depot or lowes has a screen and metal patch kit that works great on small holes-you peel off the backing and place it over the hole.You then apply joint compound in three coats over the patch using a 5 inch broad knife and sand smooth with some finer sandpaper,after its dry.You then paint it a couple of times and you are done. This works great on small holes as big as a coffee can,which I am assuming you have

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Answer 1
a putty pan will make things alot easier on yourself. And depending on the size of the hole some mesh sheetrock tape. If the hole is bigger than a pencil you need something like that to cover it up. The sheetrock mud will just keep falling out of the hole. Make sure you get mesh tape. Its self adhesive and make the job alot easier.
2007-06-23 15:18:00

Answer 2
For a do it youselfer,home depot or lowes has a screen and metal patch kit that works great on small holes-you peel off the backing and place it over the hole.You then apply joint compound in three coats over the patch using a 5 inch broad knife and sand smooth with some finer sandpaper,after its dry.You then paint it a couple of times and you are done. This works great on small holes as big as a coffee can,which I am assuming you have
2007-06-23 15:18:39

Answer 3
I don't know how big the hole is but if you need a sheet of sheetrock to cover it you will also need: sheetrock screws, sheetrock tape, a scraper and mud Does you wall have a texture to it now? Yes? Then you'll need to buy some texture in a can. You'll probably want to use the scraper to clean up around the edges of the hole. I'd recommend primer too.
2007-06-23 15:20:13

Answer 4
Drywall sand papper, putty knife, drywall mud, it really depends on how big the hole is though. some small holes can be fixed with alot less work. If it's a big one you might need some 2x4's not really sure what your getting in to though
2007-06-23 15:23:20

Answer 5
screws, drill, razor knife, trowel, tape and mud, paint and brush/roller
2007-06-23 16:08:21

Answer 6
If you have drywall construction, which most homes built after WWII do, then you need the following tools: 1. Appropriate width drywall (standard is 1/2"). 2. Drywall mud (comes pre-mixed in tubs). 3. Utility knife with several new blades. 4. A ruler and level perhaps. 5. Pencil. 6. Drywall screws (1 every 8 to 10"). 7. Drywall tape (it is actually paper). 8. Sand paper (120 grit is ok). 9. Putty knife. Here is what you do: If is is a very small hole, simply apply mud with putty knife, wait for mud to completely dry and sand. If is is a larger hole: 1. Locate the studs (Typically spaced 16" on center). 2. Use utility knife to cut square or rectangular opening in wall, leaving 3/4" of stud visible on each side. You will need the studs to screw the new piece of drywall into. You will be cutting out a clean piece of drywall larger than the hole you are reparing. 3. Measure the hole you just cut into the wall with tape measure or by holding up new drywall next to the hole and making marks with pencil. Cut the new piece of drywall 1/8" smaller than hole in wall to allow for mud to penetrate and hold. 4. Screw in new piece of drywall to studs. Make sure the head of the drywall screw does not break the paper of the drywall. The head should just sink beneath the surface just a little bit. 5. Put first coat of mud into 1/8" gaps. 6. Immediately put drywall tape onto mud and use putty knife to make sure the drywall tape has good contact with mud. 7. Apply second coat of mud on top of drywall tape with putty knife. 8. Let dry. 9. Sand or apply more mud to feather out. 10. Prime and paint. Good luck
2007-06-23 18:19:55