Hole In The Walls

Hole In The Wall

The kids always have a knack for getting into things around here. They are always finding new and trying ways for me to learn to repair something. One thing that seems to always be happening is getting holes in walls. We have had holes from doors, holes from tables and chairs, even holes from toys. Nothing compares to getting your boys some play tool kit then finding them taking apart their train table. The boys where able to take the screw driver and get the screws to come out of the table. They took the play saw and cut into my trim. Of course they also were able to drive some "nails" which caused the holes in the wall.

I have fixed holes in wall for many year now and I like to use the light weight spackling. The light weight stuff is pink and drys white. I get a better finish with the light weight stuff. You will also need a putty knife. I like the three inch one because it is easier to feather out the edges. Last item you need is a sanding sponge, this is a handy thing for quick sanding jobs.

Step 1

Clean up the edges of the hole. Take a razor knife and make the edges of the drywall smoother. 

Step 2

Apply the spackling to the hole. Let the spackle dry until it is  completely dry. If you see a little bit of pink it is not dry. I like to leave mine over night.

Step 3

Use the sanding sponge to smooth the surface. you want to get it level to the drywall. Do not over do it. If you do you will be creating a indention which will show when you finish.

Patching holes is not a hard task. It will take some time. I like to do this over a couple of days or start in the morning and finish that night. If like me you have kids you will get plenty of practice. You could pay someone but on this job it is cheaper to do it yourself. This patching will work on door and trim also.

AK