How to Patch Drywall
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 22 ก.ค. 2024
- In today's video, you'll learn about how to patch drywall and discover several tips that will lead you to a successful project. Knowing how to patch drywall could be one of the smartest skill sets you learn. You might feel unnerved by the site of damaged drywall, but the price to have it repaired by a pro outweighs this inconvenience.
Years ago I paid about $600 for a 5 by 5 foot section of ceiling to be replaced. While I was grateful to my contractor it definitely hurt my wallet. For some reason I thought that patching the ceiling was out of my DIY league. That said, I also knew that having the audacity to challenge myself in the art of drywalling would come in handy. Not to mention save me some major dinero.
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0:00 How to Patch Drywall
0:21 How to Measure and Cut a New Piece of Drywall
1:08 How to Attach the New Piece of Drywall
2:00 How to Mix the Joint Compound
3:00 How to Use Paper or Mesh Tape Along Drywall Seams
3:44 How to Apply and Sand 2-3 Coats of Joint Compound
7:42 How to Get Perfect Sanded Edges
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Thanks Jeff! You helped me patch my ceiling, after I fell through it and before my wife got home from work. You're the man
+Justin Overdorf quick thinking on your part!! Double high five ✋
Nt me, my wife found out😔
I'm here because i just busted a hole in my ceiling and im trying to fix before the wife gets home!
@@TheMessMaker111 well I'm here because my ex girlfriend keeps using the hole in the ceiling in the empty back of my duplex as an excuse to stay with me rent free. Headed to home depot for everything I need first thing in the morn.. thanks for the video...
Justin, you are hilarious....
Just what I needed. Great job, Jeff! Thank you. I am a retired journeyman/finish carpenter and general contractor, but no one ever learns everything. Decided to freshen up my memory for a very similar repair at home, and I am SO GLAD I found you. This is short, concise, accurate, and right on the money. Your sense of humor helps to make the video more enoyable and easy to absorb. I subscribed, and I'll be joining your email list. :)
I actually used this video the Fall of 2014 to help when I had to replace a section of water stained ceiling drywall. This helped me when I had to do drywall replacement work for the first time. I wanted to say you simply explained the basics of drywall repair and made seem easy for any first timer. Nice work and thanks so much!
I know, I know ... the video is 6 years old, but it still keeps helping people like me. Great job!
Thank you for the free education
I tried this at home and all went smooth
You sir, deserve a home improvement medal :)
Thank you for these instructions! I've never done drywall repair other than smaller patches, but I just slipped in my attic and my right leg went through the ceiling.
I’ve watched countless videos on ceiling repairs. This was definitely my favorite. Love your demeanor and how well you explain everything. Well done! ⚡️
Thanks for this tutorial, it was so well explained. Since my husband have been really busy, I decided to take matters under my hand and repair my ceiling. I am super happy with the results. Thanks again.
Thank you for this video Jeff! I already repaired two sections due to leaks and now I have a tub drain leak that caused a section I just repaired to be removed again!! I was so angry I was just going to hire someone to repair the drywall again but after watching this video, some of the tricks you showed me really opened my eyes!! I absolutely hate trying to match the shape but I was doing it backwards by trying to trim the new drywall piece to my hole size. I am going to try your method and also make my own joint compound instead of buying it and maybe I will enjoy the repair this time haha yeah right, but thank you!!! You saved me hundreds!
Exactly what I was looking for. Not a lot of small talk and lots and action. Great video.
Just finished working on a hole in the ceiling. Your video helped a lot. Keep up the good work. Thanks
Hello, found this again and it's just what I needed. This time I stepped through the floor boards in the attic and created a 2x4 hole! to I had to cut out the mess and then measure. It wasn't a perfect rectangle, but close. Good video.
Great use of overlays/text to show what you're talking about even clearer. Thanks, going to try this out on my own wall soon!
You have NO IDEA how much you have just helped me! One of my sons "helped" me repair some drywall and now it looks like I live in a rental house that crack addicts lived in. I can do the repairs myself, thanks to YOU!!! You are awesome!
You made my day L Warren - I'm so happy that this video helped you. Sorry to hear about your son's patch job. I'm sure he was trying to help the best he could. Please let me know if you have any questions.
Great ideas that work. I ve done this on side wall before.Liked the wet sponge sand block idea best.Especially when doing a ceiling repair. Thanks.
Great tutorial. I've done wall repair but never a ceiling. Now . . . yeah, I need to fix a 15"x15" area of ceiling that was where a wood burning stove chimney had passed through. Thank you. This was great info.
I came for education and stayed for the entertainment. Very awesome tips, and love text edited into the video haha. I'll have to browse more of your videos to see what else I can learn!
I just put my foot through the ceiling in my garage. Glad to have found this video. Thank you so much.
Your detailed instructions take the fear out of tackling a ceiling repair that I have to address. Thanks much.
Very helpful information. I appreciate you taking the time to make this video.
I've got a hole in the drywall in my kitchen ceiling. Watched your video and got some great tips. Good job!
Great Job! You explain well and now I'm ready to tackle a place in my ceiling where a roof leak caused the drywall ceiling to give up!
thank you and hopefully the tips help with that problem, roof leaks are no fun!
Thank you for doing this video. I needed to fix a hole in my daughters bedroom ceiling. This was so helpful. You are great!!!!
Iv got a water leak from my kitchen ceiling and by watching this video I think I can fix the problem. Your videos are really good and easy to understands. Thanks jeff keep making more videos
Sachin Varsani you can totally do this, let me know if you have any questions. There will be more videos down the road :D
Had this happen due to a damaged roof shingle.
I would use premixed drywall cement for a small job, but the powder works great, too.
Nice tutorial.
Excellent video! Extremely informative and helpful...FINALLY, someone who knows how to EDIT! So nice that you got right to the point, no three minutes of drivel and sappy twangy music. Your efforts are greatly appreciated, I will definitely be back for more of your great instruction, thanks again for sharing your knowledge!
paulvox thanks so much, I know it's not a perfect video and by no means am I a master drywaller. Please keep me posted on your project. If you want to post photos or have additional questions you're welcome to join our free community over on Facebook. It's nice to have a group of other DIYers to bounce stuff off of :D
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Thank you for this. I'm fixing a ceiling that had some water damage and this tutorial filled in just the right knowledge gaps for me. Much appreciated!
You're super welcome dovenotchicken - glad to help any time. Hope your project goes well. Ceilings aren't easy but I bet you'll get it done in no time.
Omg...This tutorial was so understanding and helpful!!! Thank you so very much!!!
Katrina OMG
Katrina wait did he say maysure? Lol love the accent
Thank you for taking the time to do this video, much appreciated.
Thank you
Wow you make it much more easier and understanding for me. I feel more confident with this tutorial and the screen was brilliant . Thank you
Excellent video
Putting up the replacement Sheetrock and sketching out its dimensions. Great idea
I just punched a huge hole in my garage ceiling when I slipped off the truss and through the ceiling. Never done drywall before so I'm gonna see how this works by using your video. Thanks for showing us how to do it.
I know you did this 2 years ago but I only just needed it. You are a great teacher! Thanks for taking the time to teach me.
Not really- a lot of bad technique in this video. A lot...like almost all of it. See my other comment where I explain.
I have a place in my ceiling where it kind of "bubbled" down. Which is why I looked up this video. I am not a natural with my hands, more of a math guy, lol. Anyway, I can usually figure things out and get it done with instruction, I feel a lot more comfortable now fixing the ceiling myself after seeing this video. Looks doable. Even for me. Thanks.
You explained it in such a way that even i can try it. Thank you for saving me $$
Hey Jeff, I just want to say thanks for posting this vid. You did a great job explaining the process and I have full confidence that I'll be able to replace the damaged section of the ceiling (which has already been removed). Cheers!
If you followed his video, you likely have cracks in your ceiling by now.
I just wanted to say THANK YOU for this refresher video !!! It’s just what I needed .
Well done video. I learned about technique and it confirmed some of my notions about how to do it. It's always good to watch a pro. Thanks.
Awesome video! Thanks for explaining it in an easy to understand format! Also enjoyed the jokes and references to Beavis and Butthead lol
Thanks Jeff, doing repairs on my mobile home ceiling. Very useful instructions. Thanks again :)
Thanks, Your Video gave me confidence to follow thru with the project!!! Almost done!
Good vid for most DIY jobs. There's more than one way to do this, so disregard "the pros" and internet keyboard warriors. I've used techniques like yours for years. Works great, lasts forever, and saves a ton of money. Job well done and thanks for the effort of making the vid. Thumbs up.
Just saw this and I know it's a long time since anyone else posted anything but I have to do a repair in a drywall (plasterboard here in the U.K.) ceiling and all the vids I've seen before are all pro's doing the repair and they make it look so easy but I know it isn't. I've never done plastering b4.
This video really really helped me... nice screen idea instead of paper tape and tips on making it look good....will look out for any others you have done.
I rent my house so really need it to look good.... bonus is I have peak finish instead of swirls so easy to do and make look original.
Thank you and let me know what else you have done mate.
Thanks for the detailed tutorial. I fix most things myself, but this is much easier than I thought. It cost me $500 for a contractor to fix a square a bit bigger following our last hurricane. I said...never again. Thanks !!!!
whew, that's a lot of money but understandable...now you can save that $500
Great video. I followed your steps and fixed my ceiling. Thanks for the help
I need to do the exact same job that you did. I will fallow your instructions. Thank you very much.
Legit video! Have a guy coming to my apt tmrw to fix my ceiling like this. I wanted to make sure I had a good idea of the procedure :)
I'm doing this project right now and following your every step.
Hope it helps garyvanzandt90278 - I'm not a genius like Dr. Who though :D
checking out your channel my friend! way to go. Definitely picked up some tips!. thanks for posting!
Thanks, I only do mowing, fence and lighting fixtures or fan installation. A client asked me if i can sheet rock a ceiling. I can add more services to my little business now. Thanks it looks so simple and easy money lol. I am so excited I learned something new today.
Wow you think you can really just add a service by watching a guy who uses mesh instead of paper tape. I guess I can go watch some surgeries and add that to my list as well. Looks easy.and easy money...
the way you say measure is hilarious!
Mr Nothing I literally looked in the comments to see if anybody else noticed that!! 😂
Also “again”
He is actually saying it correctly - MEAsure
@@jjohnson021450 It's correct and common to certain areas of the U.S like Ohio.there may be other places too but I don't know first hand. Pronouncing it starting with "Meh" is also correct. Not that it's that important.
@@nebtheweb8885 Both are correct. It's weird eh, how people get worked up over arbitrary things like that, just because someone told us, not because it actually makes a difference to anything.
Thank you for being straight to the point. Great quick tutorial.
I've never seen the flyscreen used before, you explain things very well. nice video!
Good video, but never jam the dry wall into place. It puts stress on the area that is being jammed, most likely the corners. Also when doing a repair like this make a cardboard template and lay it across the hole. When installing your precut drywall, if it is too tight use a multitool to trim the sides. It can just shave it down without taking out big chunks. I also always drill at least an inch away from the corners and sides. Those things that I've mentioned are just some other tips. Good job.
All true.
Absolutely LOVE the window screen idea!!!
Wish my ceiling was wood like my dad's. Earthquake caused my ceiling light in the kitchen to fall and it's all fucked up. Trying to find a way to fix it. This video helped some
Haha, thanks wolf314v for picking up on the joke. I notice these things when editing the video. Of course I'm a 14 year old boy at heart. Thanks for your comment -- you made my day :)
Thank you for make this easy and understandable. Others will take up to an hour video for this.
Very thorough video explanation. I have a similar situation. I'm not very handy myself but I wanna give it a try and save money. I would just live it as it is because it is inside a closet but need to replace because it has mold now.
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Now I can show this to my son and get ready for our weekend project! Thanks for the confidence building video!
Tony Naturale my pleasure to help. Keep me posted on your project. You can do it :D
thanks. just started maintenance job at a hotel. this will help me pay the bills!
I appreciate this tutorial. Thank you very much for taking the time to explain everything.
This is the same problem I have. I'm not good at doing belongs but you make it look easy ,I have it previously repa used I don't see the hardwood
Great video! Exactly what I needed. Just the right amount of info. Subscribing and looking for your other videos.
I always wondered what happened to Mr. Van Driessen! Lol! Helpful video, cheeky humor - just what I needed to break apart my DIY bathroom vent install. :)
Saved me having to bug my drywall friend. Thanks!
Thanks for the video. Very informative and just what I was looking for.
Thanks so much for your tips on this drywall project. Will save me money vs paying someone on my new HUD home.
congrats on your new home!!
Great video. Gave me the confidence to try and fix the hole myself.
Such a well made video. Very clear instructions. Thank you!!!
very useful video for me. ready to take on patch areas in my house!!
Best tutorial I've seen and needed, thanks my man.
Good job, I just used this method today. So far, so good.
Awesome job! I have a patch to replace. Thank you!
Great video! Just what I needed, Great demonstration and know how AND interesting! thanks
Awesome tutorial - definitely needed this!
Very well done and that guy know how to explain step by step.... Thanks
this is the best tutorial ever. Thank you so much.
nice! had a 4' x 2' patch in the ceiling. I measured like 20 times to pre-drill my screws. But upon positioning the section, it wasn't aligned per my diagram, and the screws all hit air. Then just marked the position of the 2x4's on the existing drywall. Got 'er done.
Awesome! Can't wait to get to work. Thanks for this!
I don't know if you realize this, but when you teach, you blend learning styles very fluently. Great video! I was afraid of drywall until I saw this!!!
d3w4yn3 thanks, it's a joy to just make a tutorial that helps someone. I'm super happy you got over your fear of drywall. It's not all that scary :D
Thanks for your help! Its greatly appreciated!
Excellent and very helpful. Thanks for posting this
Excellent video Jeff. I'm not the guy you usually ask to help do home repairs and don't have a lot of skills. After watching this video (3 times) I set out to do this exact repair (water damaged ceiling 3'x4'). Except for my texturing method, it worked perfectly. Thanks.
+J. Craig Hood don't worry, I'm not perfect at texture. It's a total art. Good to hear you saved money DIYing!!
Thank you! You helped me to have the job done!
Excellent demonstration
Laughed out loud the "yes, I stole this from my kitchen". Awesome.
+Erantzeri Corona lol, don't tell my wife
Thanks a lot. I tried this and it worked perfectly! Ty
Excellent tutorial. Very well presented. Thank you!
You're informative and so funny! Thanks!! Now I can leave the Hubs alone for these small jobs!
Well I try to be funny, haha. Thanks cubbear9
much needed I just walked in the kitchen to get a Reese chocolate and saw a huge busy from all the paint I was like wtf and I just slowly walked out i didn't get my chocolate now I can with the patch thanks so much 👍
Best video I’ve watched to help me learn how to fix my ceiling.. he’s knowledgeable and I loved his editing comments too! Lol
+Brian Key thanks man
Thanks for the lesson. You made it look so easy! :)
Thank you, I already knew how to do this but explaining it to my sons, well
Pleasant demeanor, helpful, honest, concise, good tips. Thank you! Would you recommend the "drywall tape, the sticky screen type" that another commenter mentioned, or not? If not, reason(s)? Also, was the bolster piece of wood added to the joist screwed & glued, or just screwed?
The screen bend is genius, yet so simple. Works great on stairs as well.
And totally wrong. Just use paper tape
Super helpful, thanks. And your a standup guy for crediting TOH.
thanks, TOH is fantastic. Always full of great tips!
LOL on the Beavis and Butthead comment. Took me a sec to get that, but getting old does that. Thanks for your helpful videos! Take care.
Super awesome job dude. Who would think this could be entertaining
Thanks for the video. I have pretty much the same hole.