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Drywall Repair.

Authors :
Berendsohn, Roy
Source :
Popular Mechanics. Jul2005, Vol. 182 Issue 7, p104-104. 1/4p.
Publication Year :
2005

Abstract

The article informs that there's nothing like drywall repair to get the creative juices flowing. The article discusses various techniques for drywall repair. Cut a square piece of drywall to cover the hole, and then on the back of the patch remove a thin strip of drywall along each edge without removing the paper. Done correctly, this forms a paper flange on the patch's perimeter. Apply compound to the paper and press the patch in place. There is no tape, no backing board, no screws, no finding studs; Install a hinge-pin doorstop or a baseboard stop to prevent future doorknob damage. And use an 8-in.-wide drywall knife, as opposed to a 6-in., for a smoother repair.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00324558
Volume :
182
Issue :
7
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Popular Mechanics
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
17275969