Q: There’s a small hole in the drywall in my mud room that needs to be fixed before I host family over the holidays. Is it possible to repair it myself? A: I usually recommend hiring a drywall ...

Last week we talked about repairing small holes in drywall such as the type caused by a doorknob hitting the wall. If the hole is bigger, it requires a little more know-how, but is still easy to ...

As Jeff Thorman homerenovisiondiy demonstrates, fixing a fist-size hole in your drywall doesn’t have to require cutting ...

Drywall is a staple in most homes, offering smooth, clean walls that can last for years. But accidents happen—holes, cracks, and water damage are inevitable over time. While minor damage is easy to ...

Large holes in drywall, whether caused by accident, as a result of plumbing repairs, or remodeling, can seem daunting; however, with a little know how, you'll never be able to tell what happened.

Small holes are quick and easy to fix with joint compound and a putty knife. Medium and large holes are more extensive and also require a piece of drywall to use as a patch. Both the prep and ...

Q. I had four old electric lights and old wiring removed from my garage, leaving four 18-inch circular holes in the drywall ceiling. What’s the best way to repair these? A. The best bet to fix large ...

I cut out a couple of sections of our master-bedroom ceiling last spring to try to extricate some squirrel squatters. Not such a smart idea, as it turned out, and it left me with two sizable holes in ...

If you ever find yourself staring at a hole marring an otherwise perfectly good wall, don't worry. Patching drywall is easier than it looks: you just need the right tools and a few basic principles.

Learning how to patch drywall might seem like a simple home improvement, but without following the proper steps, it’s easy to end up with lackluster results. Luckily, Mr. Handyman has years of ...