Things You'll Need:
- Replacement drywall
- Keyhole saw
- Adhesive wire mesh
- Joint compound
- Trowel
- Sandpaper
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Step 1
Wipe off any dust or debris caused by the breaking of the drywall.
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Step 2
Cut a section of self-adhesive wire mesh approximately 2 to 3 inches larger than the hole. Place this over the hole and press it firmly into place.
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Step 3
Pick up enough joint compound on your trowel to cover the wire mesh. Coat the mesh evenly with the joint compound, then scrape off the excess. Allow the mesh to dry completely.
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Step 4
Sand the dry joint compound and wipe away the dust created by your sanding.
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Step 5
Add more joint compound to the hole using the same technique. Scrape the excess off and allow it to dry thoroughly.
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Step 6
Sand the joint compound back, feathering the edges until the patched area is smooth and even with the remainder of the wall. Wipe away the dust created by sanding and touch up the repaired drywall with fresh paint.
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Step 1
Remove the damaged drywall and wipe down the area to remove dust and debris.
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Step 2
Hold up a section of drywall larger than the hole in the wall. Using a keyhole saw, cut through both portions of drywall. This creates a patch that exactly matches the hole in the wall.
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Step 3
Slide the patch into place and secure it with adhesive wire mesh.
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Step 4
Apply joint compound, completely covering the patch and the adhesive wire mesh with your trowel. Scrape off any excess and allow it to dry thoroughly.
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Step 5
Sand and repeat the process until you've created a smooth and level patch that's even with the remainder of the wall.
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Step 6
Wipe away any dust or debris created by repairing the patch. Touch up the repaired drywall with fresh paint.
