Wall Repairs

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worker with mask sanding drywall compound on wall
How to Sand Joint Compound

Get smooth results with these pro tips.

a hole in a pink stucco wall
3 Tips When Filling a Deep Hole in a Wall

Reboot your wall to a clean, flat slate.

A crack and hole in drywall that needs to be repaired.
How to Repair Holes in Drywall

Patching holes in drywall is relatively easy.

A hole in drywall.
How to Fix a Hole in the Wall

Every house will acquire holes throughout its life.

confused woman in bed near white wall
What’s This White Powder on My Bedroom Walls?

Some powders are innocent, others can be dangerous.

large home with expansive driveway
6 Steps to Remove Concrete Coatings

Protective coating and sealant may seep into the holes.

Broken drywall.
How to Remove Drywall Safely And Efficiently

Make sure to take safety precautions.

man holding a caulking gun near a window
How to Remove Acrylic Caulk from a Painted Wall

It's easy to miss the mark when working with acrylic caulk, so when it ends up on your paint you'll want to remove it.

Mudding a section of drywall
Drywall Joint Repair

Grab your tape and mud, again.

A round hole in wall with drywall peeling.
How to Repair Torn Drywall Paper

This repair will help improve the appearance of your wall.

Patching drywall
Repairing and Patching Drywall Holes

Patching drywall holes is a basic DIY task.

Painting a concrete wall
5 Steps to Remove Paint from Concrete Walls

Whether you've decided to go back to a natural color or you want to change the color of paint, concrete walls require thorough preparation.

large crack in drywall
How to Repair Drywall

Take a few steps to repair the problem.

person applying drywall mud
How to Repair Drywall Seams

It's best to replace the tape and mud when a crack appears.

man mudding a seam on the wall
Corner Spackling Tips

Spackling your walls covers up imperfections that will shine through once the paint is applied.

spreading compound on a drywall hole
Fixing Damaged Drywall

Drywall is a frequent victim of bumps from furniture.

A tube of silicone caulking being used to seal the edge of a metal threshold.
5 Tips for Smoothing Silicone Caulk

Get a smooth, professional look to your caulking almost every time with these tips.

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How to Securely Hang Heavy Objects

Don't let them crash when you're not looking.

spackling on a yellow wall
Guide to Spackling over Paint

Protect your pretty painted surfaces.

Drywall.
Drywall Removal Tools

Drywall removal is not a difficult job.

putty knife applying spackle to patch a yellow wall
What's the Difference Between Drywall Mud and Spackle?

Drywall mud is also known as joint compound.

A contractor's materials like silicone caulk.
How Long Does Silicone Caulk Need to Dry?

Working with silicone caulk is a great skill for any DIYer. Knowing what factors into caulk dry time can help in your future project planning.

Caulking around the base of a toilet.
Acrylic Caulk vs. Silicone Caulk

Get to know the differences between acrylic and silicone caulking before you start on your next home improvement project.

Someone uses joint compound.
Tips on Joint Compound Sanding

Joint compound is generally used when installing drywall.

Person installing drywall on a ceiling
Ceiling Drywall Repair

Technically it is over your head, but you've got this.

Home Interior Drywall Construction
How to Repair Water-Damaged Sheetrock

Water-damaged drywall is hard to repair and time-consuming.

What is the best type of paint to use when painting silicone caulk?

Painting over silicone caulk is, at best, a challenge.

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How to Remove Drywall Texture

The process to remove drywall texture can be an easy one. Drywall comes complete with many defects, lumps

How to Repair Travertine Wall Tile

Add a touch of elegance to your bathroom or kitchen walls.

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Drywall Repair: How to Repair Nail Pops

Nail pops reduces the overall attractiveness of the surface; that is why it is important to carry out

drywall patch
How to Properly Apply a Self Adhesive Drywall Patch

Your wall should end up looking smooth and scar free.

Texturing Drywall Repairs

Normally drywall repairs are simple and straightforward.

How to Repair Cracks and Holes in Sheetrock

Learn to repair cracks and holes in sheetrock.

How to Repair Wallboard Seams

Repairing wallboard seams is so easy you can do it yourself.

7 Best Uses for a Drywall Trowel

A drywall trowel is a useful tool to have around.

How to Repair Sheetrock after Wallpaper Removal

When removing wallpaper from sheetrock damage can occur.

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The Differences Between Faux Venetian Plaster and Venetian Plaster

How to choose the right Venetian Plaster for your house.

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How to Apply Silicone Caulk

The application of silicon caulk is a regular task.

Two Holes in Plaster Wall
How to Fix a Hole in the Wall with Spackle

A hole in the wall is an easy fix with a spackling compound.

4 Great Ideas for Venetian Plaster Colors

A variety of Venetian plaster colors for you to choose from.

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How to Repair a Masonry Block Wall

These make great durable boundaries.

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How to Spackle Sheetrock

It's useful for drywall repair.

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How can I remove drywall mud?

Drywall mud can leave behind a big mess. Fortunately, it is easy to remove. If the mud is on a hard floor surface, you may be able to simply scrape it off of the floor, taking care not to scratch the floor’s surface. Because drywall mud is water soluble, it can be removed from carpets by using a carpet

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How to Properly Use a Drywall Trowel

Using a drywall trowel properly is a bit of an art.