I have two different kinds of mesh tape because one is a standard thickness and one is really thin.
Drywall repair large section.
Drywall damage that extends across one or more wall studs requires more extensive reinforcement and repair.
How to repair a large hole in drywall repairing a large hole in drywall.
Notice the p trap and copper piping.
As you mark the four lines be sure to center one vertical line on.
Repairing large holes in drywall anything over 6 or 8 inches is different from.
Supplies you will need.
If the damaged area came out in one piece like the one shown in the image use that section as a template when.
Small amounts of water were able to drip from the faucet and damage this section.
Cut away the damaged section of drywall.
Trim the edges of the hole to create straight sides and a square or rectangular overall shape.
Determine the section to cut and mark it out using a straight edge ruler or square.
The section of drywall removed here was damaged due to a leaky bath tub faucet above.
1 mesh drywall tape 2 joint compound and 3 some putty knives.
First straighten out the hole and cut the edges clean with a large steel ruler and a stanley knife.
Use a utility knife to score along the ceiling and all pencil marks before sawing out the damaged area.
Cut 2x4 or 2x2 cleats.
Patching large holes step 1 to repair a large hole in drywall first draw a square outline around the hole using a 24 in.
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