How To Repair a Cracked Drywall Seam
Edit- February 13, 2008
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In this video you will learn how to properly repair a cracked seam that occurs in your drywall. For more DIY home maintenance videos visit www.thptv.com.
Step 1: 1
1. Use your spackle blade handle to flatten the cracked seam, which provides a flat surface on which to work.
Step 2: 2
2. Use your spackle blade to scrape the surface, removing debris and smoothing out the surface.
Step 3: 3
3. Apply mesh tape to cracked seam.
Step 4: 4
4. Apply 20-minute spackle with your spackle blade. Let it dry for 20 minutes, then repeat this step two more times. By applying a total of three coats of spackle, you ensure that the damaged area is properly repaired.
Step 5: 5
5. Sand the area with a sanding block. You may sand the edges thoroughly, but sand the seam lightly, so as not to sand off your repair.
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6. Now you are ready to paint. Use a paint brush to paint any edges or corners in your working area, and use a roller to paint larger areas. When using a roller, do not roll in one line only; instead, feather out the paint, so it will blend with the existing paint nicely.
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Comments (2)
Really Good Instructor...keep up the good work!
about 1 year ago by jmanny61
I agree with jmanny! But the products used need a little more explanation. For instance; what grain of sanding block should I use? And is it the same process for walls and ceilings?
10 months ago by BiggAndy82
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