And is it easy to tell the difference between a patched wall and non-patched wall?
2007-01-27 14:26:00 · 8 answers · asked by numb3r_0n3_idiot 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Done right, only you will know it was patched... and the strength of the patch is not a problem as you put wood backing in to screw the patch and tie it into the existing drywall...
2007-01-27 14:30:41 · answer #1 · answered by prop4u 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First, a patched drywall uses the same, if not better materials to patch the wall, so the materials will be the same, if not better.
Second, The patch is dependent upon how it is applied. If done right, It will be the same, if not better than the original wall.
In conclusion, If it is done right, It will be virtually impossible to tell the difference between a patched wall and a non-patched wall.
2007-01-27 14:37:10 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Like all life's questions. It depends.
Most patches are extended (squared) out, so that two studs are exposed. Then the patch peice of drywall is screwed into the studs. Joints are taped, and joint compound is applied. A little sanding, and your done. This would have the same strength, and after a coat of paint, undetectable.
A different kind of wall patch, is where you put a small peice of strapping across the hole, and screw into it thru the good section of drywall. you would attach both sides of the strapping. Then the patch is affixed to this. Joint compound, taping, and a coat of paint, and it will be unseeable. However, this type of repair does not have the same strenght.
Now, having typed all this, how big is the hole? And why, you want to hang something heavy on it?
2007-01-27 14:34:46 · answer #3 · answered by Michael K 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Very easy. If the hole is all the way through, you need something to fill the hole so that drywall compound will hold. I suggest using a small piece of wood (thin like paneling) or heavy screen. Cut that slightly larger than the hole and place a screw in the center to use like a handle. Butter the front edge of that patch with pre-mixed drywall compound and slide it into the hole and pull tight against the wall with the screw. Hold for a few seconds until it stays and then let it dry overnight. The next day, you remove the screw and use some more drywall compound to fill the remainder of the hole. Put on with a wide drywall knife so that it is smooth.(Put on in layers if the hole is deep) After the hole is filled, you can smooth it out with a wet sponge. Once it is completely dry you just paint over it.
2016-05-24 07:28:29 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not if it is done right. Spend the money and buy the specific clips you can use to make an accurate patch without stuffing the wall with newspaper, or trying to rig a patch the cheap way. The right tool for the job!
2007-01-27 14:31:35 · answer #5 · answered by Peter 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The strenght of any repair to gypsum walls depends on whether the repair used ( or didn't ) a solid 'backing'. By attaching material to screw into behind the damaged wall means extra work was done. By cutting open the size of the damaged area, ( a small key hole saw works well) to the size of your choosing, then inserting a slightly larger backing behind the damage. The larger area is needed to catch the bite of new gypsum wall screws that will hold the patch backing in place while a new 'patch' is cut and sized to looseley fit. Matching surface plane means it needs small amount of well mixed plaster. Pass plaster over screw heads and valleys. Let dry, inspect for need of more plaster. Lightly sand, prime then paint. A good job is almost impossible to see. good luck!
2007-01-27 15:00:59 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If done properly a patched section of drywall is very strong and all most impossible to spot.
2007-01-27 14:32:43 · answer #7 · answered by Pat B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i got some at walmart and they did great. i painted over them after appling and you cant even tell where i fixed the wall at.
2007-01-27 15:55:29 · answer #8 · answered by willwork4u2000 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋