I broke a wall & i made a hole in it ACCIDENTLY.
What should i do before my parents find out help!
its noticable!
THANKS! :D
2007-08-28 10:22:47 · 41 answers · asked by Thrills 5 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
I only know about holes in sheet rock...You can find patch kits at places like Home Depot and such. For a big hole, you will need to place a wire net on the back side of the hole and cover that with a wall compound. If it is small, you might just be able to use the drywall compound to fill in the gaps. It will need to be sanded after it dries, then painted. Sorry, there is no other quick fix I know of other than hanging a picture over the offending hole!
2007-08-28 10:33:32 · answer #1 · answered by Really now 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell them BEFORE they see it. If you made the hole by doing something really stupid, then make up a story that is a little more logical that they might not be so mad at- but either way, make sure you tell them. Example: when I was 15, I was messing around on the treadmill with friends and flew off, breaking my parent's wine rack and like 20 bottles of wine. I told them that I tripped over my sister's jump rope and that I was really sorry, but it was an accident- and they weren't that mad. Then, I told my mom the truth when I was about 25, and she just laughed. Good luck, and yeah, crying a little might help if you can do it!
2007-08-28 10:31:58 · answer #2 · answered by Anastasia 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oohh..I did this once...
Walked over to the hardware store, bought some plaster mesh tape, wall putty and a can of matching paint. (Be careful with this one - match it exactly!)
If the hole's small enough, the plaster tape will cover it up and give you some backing to spread the putty on. Let it dry, sand it smooth and paint. (Ask the employees at the hardware store to give you advice as to what tools you'll need - they helped me!!)
My parents never noticed that there was a hole and it was in the living room! Of course, I couldn't stand the stress and confessed it all anyway! LOL They didn't mind, because I had taken the responsibility to fix it.
2007-08-28 10:28:59 · answer #3 · answered by singblueeyes 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How about telling your parents you accidentelly broke a hole in the wall. Honesty is the best policy. If you think the hole will get you in trouble, just imagine the trouble you would be in if you lied and got caught. good luck
2007-08-28 10:28:17 · answer #4 · answered by flash 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It really depends, i wish you supplied better description. About how large is it? Is it high or low on the wall? Is it in your bedroom? If i were you i would try to pull the dry wall back to where it was and get wall putty to put over it, and paint it. I did that when i made a hole in my room. If you cant do this, get a picture and put it there. If it is too low, put like, a dresser or something like that there.
2007-08-28 10:28:57 · answer #5 · answered by babsa_90 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had the same problem at my parents house
For tiny holes &/or cracks, use a putty knife, fill with spackle with putty & let dry. Sand smooth. Paint over (of course the color of the wall)
If it's a big hole, you might want to ask your local home improvment store about it, they can better asist you on what you need & how much
If it needs to be done like right now, then you need to cover it up & fix it later or confess about it to your parents & tell them that you'll fix it
2007-08-28 10:38:29 · answer #6 · answered by **annie anytime** 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, unless you know how to repair dry wall (assuming that's what it's made of) and how to do it before your parents get home, looks like you might be out of luck. You'll just have to tell them it was an accident. Home owners insurance may cover the cost of repairs - your parents will have to check into that.
2007-08-28 10:27:39 · answer #7 · answered by makeloans2 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What is the wall made of? Is there any way you can get it fixed?
Even if this works you still need to come clean with your parents, if you try to hide what you did it'll make things a lot worse. If your honest they'll respect that and be proud of your integrity.
Good luck
2007-08-28 10:27:50 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have any friends that are in construction business or in shop class. If it's sheet rock, all you need is some sheet rock tape and joint compound to patch it and then paint it. You are better off telling them because between the compound and the paint you are looking at several hours of drying time to do it right where it's not noticeable. Just be honest and offer to pay to fix it.
2007-08-28 10:27:44 · answer #9 · answered by John 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
settle down, and tell your parents the truth and take responsibility for what you have done. Offer to work off the amount it's going to take to fix it. If you lie and try to cover it up you will just be in worse trouble when they do find out.
I know I would be proud of my kids if they were brave enough to face me and take responsibility for something like this.
2007-08-28 10:26:45 · answer #10 · answered by Average Joe 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋