How to Repair Drywall

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9 жыл бұрын

Watch how to patch and repair a hole or cracks in drywall or SHEETROCK with these simple steps. To get full project details and materials for fixing drywall, click here: low.es/3KHYwH2.
STEPS:
00:10 Small dents
00:21 Popped nail-heads
00:34 Door knob holes
00:52 Small holes (under 6")
01:25 Large holes
01:54 Corners
02:18 Finishing textures
TIPS
00:58 2' x 2' panels are available for repairs.
01:09 Check the hole for electrical wires. Typically they're attached to studs
01:35 Shine a flashlight into the hole to check for wiring.
01:59 Corner beads are available in a variety of materials.
02:37 Practice on scrap drywall or wood.
TOOLS:
Drill
Drywall Saw
Utility Knife
Joint Knife
Tape Measure
Scissors
Dust Mask
MATERIALS
Construction Adhesive
Drywall Tape
Masking Tape
Drywall Screws
Joint Compound
Drywall Patch Kit
Drywall Scraps
Drywall Patch Plaster
Drywall Screen
Sanding Sponge
DURATION:
~60 mins
MORE INFO:
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@janetthompson5322 2 жыл бұрын

This is one of the absolute best "how to videos". They didn't waste a second and I had a job that needed to get done quickly. Really the best and concise. Thanks

@simplemoney1833 Жыл бұрын

Agreed just when I thought they left out needed info they tied it all up at the end

@bbennyj 4 күн бұрын

Totally agree.

@ThatKiltedGuyDIY 4 жыл бұрын

Some tips from a 35 Year drywall pro who's done 15 years of nothing but repairs- 1-When fixing a popped nail, also drive a screw right next to the popped one to lock it down, or it will pop again. 2- Don't try to smooth out an 8" repair with a 2" knife. It only looks smooth on video but I promise, it's most likely not. Use a 10" knife. (I demonstrate this in one of my videos). 3-NEVER use regular joint compound over mesh tape. Always use fast setting mud, or you increase the risk of it cracking (I learned the hard way, and the manufacturer even says to do this). Use paper tape if you choose regular joint compound. 4- When doing a knockdown texture, wait several minutes before knocking it down or it will smear flat and look terrible. 5- Practice on some scrap before doing any of these things to avoid failure. Hope that helps, as it's my goal to help you all do a much better job on your drywall. Good luck, and feel free to ask me questions (probably best on my channel as I may never see it here)

@attitudemotorsportschannel 4 жыл бұрын

I just checked out your channel. You know your stuff and teach really well. Count me in as a new sub.

@CaptionThat2024 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thanks for the tips, and I'll subscribe too. I loved the skim coating video you did btw.

@asmrrelax6628 4 жыл бұрын

Hey, Kilted Guy, I LOVE your channel. Good advice, and everyone should go check out his channel, he'll teach you the right way to do drywall repairs and he tells you all the little details you need to know.

@ThatKiltedGuyDIY 4 жыл бұрын

@@asmrrelax6628 Hey, thanks, I do appreciate it.

@ThatKiltedGuyDIY 4 жыл бұрын

@@CaptionThat2024 Which skim coating video? I have about 7 or 8 versions of it including level 5 smooth, getting rid of texture, skim coating a ceiling, skim coating with a paint roller and a magic trowel etc.

@neelshiv 7 жыл бұрын

The production value of the scene when the door knob slams through the drywall is amazing.

@nitaramirez9560 5 жыл бұрын

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@sheyli_7915 4 жыл бұрын

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@anthonyselby8337 4 жыл бұрын

may be they should add another video on how to instal door stops. lol

@lourdegonzalez6879 4 жыл бұрын

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@CC-jy4gr 3 жыл бұрын

that never happens

@deanslegos1990 4 жыл бұрын

Guess who should have watched this before he finished

@UltraZombieSoldier 4 жыл бұрын

That's something I almost did myself ripppp

@isabelcristina958 3 жыл бұрын

Hahahahahahahahahaha! Oh man, sorry dude!

@djthebeast23 3 жыл бұрын

You and I both haha 😄 and the people who forgot to by the grid tape

@kodykj2112 3 жыл бұрын

Oh man that sucks 💀

@tntroo7009 3 жыл бұрын

Dean Slegos?

@SeanDague 9 жыл бұрын

Seriously, one of the best things I've ever seen about drywall repair. Keep up the great work.

@LucasN0015 6 жыл бұрын

How many things have you seen about drywall repair???

@gmr9265 4 жыл бұрын

The man is obviously dry wall video connissuer and savant 😂

@sirrogeriii9628 2 жыл бұрын

@@gmr9265 y’all are so extra, relax gossip girls

@gmr9265 2 жыл бұрын

@@sirrogeriii9628 no I will not 🤣🤣🤣

@thatarmyveteranguy2490 7 жыл бұрын

My brand new home has just finished being built, & I have been at Lowes everyday since then. Lowes is a lifesaver for new home owners that have no idea how easy it is to do minor home maintenance & these diy videos make it even better. Good job Lowes.

@lowes 7 жыл бұрын

ThatArmy VeteranGuy that comment made our day :)

@ChristianPostier 9 жыл бұрын

This isnt advertised enough, your Videos are prob under appreciated, but thanks for putting these online, very VERY useful.

@lowes 9 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Christian Postier! We'll keep 'em coming!

@charlesdimartino5281 6 жыл бұрын

How do you cut for Mika

@sharktoothdrywallclips9221 5 жыл бұрын

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@pradeepkoreti9001 5 жыл бұрын

The only way

@harrazlqarm346 5 жыл бұрын

@@lowes

@musictube17 4 жыл бұрын

That tip about the textured finish, and flicking paint on with a rough brush! A+

@leonthesleepy 2 жыл бұрын

suffering from depression? APPLY SOME JOINT COMPOUND!

@RandomUsernameGenerator 15 күн бұрын

Don't forget to sand, prime and paint afterwards

@Highcastle_of_Tone 4 жыл бұрын

Pound for pound, about the best set of tutorials for drywall repair I've seen on KZfaq.

@lowes 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@BoYcLuE 6 жыл бұрын

This is possibly the most under-appreciated video on KZfaq.

@williambryant9283 5 жыл бұрын

@YoRayBurger 4 жыл бұрын

That joint compound playdoh seems like the answer to everything

@theymademepickaname1248 2 жыл бұрын

This is the first comment section not filled with experts saying that everything in the video is wrong.

@tjbethlehem6162 2 жыл бұрын

Incredible amount of information in about as long as it took me to put the hole in the wall, thank you so very much for a to the point video. Extremely useful 👍

@Scorpiex85 Жыл бұрын

Facts. Jameson nights back on again.

@causmosis 2 жыл бұрын

Perfect video on beginner drywall repair. Simple, clear and concise.

@gen-x-zeke8446 2 жыл бұрын

Easy education. Other than medical, law, psychology, and pot growing there truly is no need for college. Not for us guys who joined the workforce career over the books.

@bbennyj 4 күн бұрын

Nice!! And I liked how compact the video is. Less words are better. We don't have a lot of time to waste watching a 20 minute video.

@griffinbacher2215 9 ай бұрын

Who else is here because they did something regrettable?

@Vohnhelsing 4 ай бұрын

I'm not alone 😭

@kitchenaidwhiskeyjones 3 ай бұрын

I have found my people. ❤

@Nero-ho6gt 2 ай бұрын

Small pesto jar THROUGH the wall. I got angry at frozen peas.

@kevinnieto8331 3 жыл бұрын

That camera shake after the door knob went into the drywall lmao 😂😂😂 easily the highlight of this video 👍

@luisf.b7517 7 жыл бұрын

My English Bull Terrier just ran down the hallway at mach 1 then tried turning at the end of her runway.... epic fail ( polished hardwood floors) Now i have a 1 foot dent in the drywall.. thanks Lowes for teaching me how to repair her runway crash zone. ( its now reinforced with a 2x4 on the inside)

@ImpactedGnome 6 жыл бұрын

You are a lifesaver! My cats have shredded and taken chunks out of the drywall under the window they love to look out of. I thought I would have to completely replace that whole section of drywall, but this video made it seem simple enough to fix without doing so. This will be my project this Summer. Thanks!

@ojdidit34 7 жыл бұрын

Yep, watched this video then drove straight to Lowes for joint tape, drywall screws and compound. Had cut a fairly good size piece out of my bathroom ceiling where I thought I had a leak... The cut out piece of drywall has been leaning against the wall for years. Never found the leak, but thanks for the inspiration Lowes!

@YouTubeUser1702 6 жыл бұрын

I used to work at lowes and people would always complain about the spray texture in a can not working. It works great, but make sure you follow the instructions or else it will make a mess! Good video!

@clearmanny 8 жыл бұрын

Awesome video , I was using a piece of wood for every little hole in my drywall now I learn new method for 6" or less holes , please keep videos coming , really appreciated

@iusoloman1527 7 жыл бұрын

Probably the best ad to ever pop up

@billc341 4 жыл бұрын

Found this video before I renovated a large bathroom and put in a new kitchen and had to fix the walls in the adjacent eat in kitchen room. I used what I learned here many, many times to complete repair of walls damaged after removing tile in the bathroom. Everything came out perfect and my wife couldn’t find where I had done the repairs and large patches. This video also helped us patch the ceiling Sheetrock where we removed the large 6” recessed lights and replaced them with the new 3” LED lights to update the new kitchen. This video was amazing and very helpful including the best way to fix nail pops.

@mycaddigo Жыл бұрын

Love the California patch

@chappahx 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, I spent a quite a bit of time looking at other videos and here is a 3-mon video which showed me all I needed! My goodness! Thanks.

@centuryfreud 4 жыл бұрын

Clear and concise. Amazing amount of info in ~3 minutes. Thanks!

@Xzen808 5 жыл бұрын

You guys make it look so easy... Thanks for the video. Straight and to the point.

@haroldgrier5036 Жыл бұрын

Follow the instructions and it's just that easy!

@orangeapples 2 жыл бұрын

What is this channel? The production level is amazing, the audio and video are clear, the information is quick and informative. Spend like 3 days binging these videos and you'll be ready to start those home projects.

@MrSGH21 5 жыл бұрын

I am a painter and have to do a lot of drywall repairs. This video is one of the best it tells you different methods really good video

@snow4days 2 жыл бұрын

You overlap the drywall tape? I thought you’re never supposed to do that as it creates a high spot.

@MrSGH21 2 жыл бұрын

@@snow4days some pros do do that and it turns out great but I don’t. It makes it a bit harder to flatten but it is definitely possible. I watched the video again and the guy doesn’t know a lot but the video does show different methods and it’s clear and concise

@PuppyVtuber 8 жыл бұрын

I had a nightmare last night, a monster was standing next to my bed. I tried to kick him and woke up with my foot stuck in the wall. Thank's Lowes, for this educational video. :)

@lowes 8 жыл бұрын

+Puppycakez may we suggest low.es/1LmIBqi? :)

@PuppyVtuber 8 жыл бұрын

Lowe's Home Improvement Whoever you are, you need a raise, from Lowes. *clap*

@MoparGuy1625 8 жыл бұрын

That's one hell of a nightmare. Good luck on the repair!

@djrobbyg7218 8 жыл бұрын

+Lowe's Home Improvement hahahah

@davidabeats 8 жыл бұрын

Your name isn't Wobbles by any chance is it?

@babajohnson9276 Жыл бұрын

THANKS Lowe's this was straight to the point and even I could do it.🤗🤗🤗 YOU guys get a gold medal for this. From Dallas Texas

@kevinbraden798 8 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. I have done so many home repairs and landscaping projects, just from watching KZfaq videos. One time I was going to call a plumber for a drain pipe repair. When the lady showing the repair on KZfaq said "Now if I can do it...anyone can" I said forget that $300 plumber call and I am going to do it!!!!

@JohnSmith-td7hd 6 жыл бұрын

I fixed the plug-the-drain mechanism in my sink via KZfaq :) Where would we BE without free information like this?

@rockierok3899 4 жыл бұрын

I wanted some basic info and left with a mastery of drywall fixes. Thanks Lowes!

@dandicristina1389 8 жыл бұрын

i fixed a hole in my bedroom with the patch kit for the bigger hole i used a peace of drywall and patched it and used dry wall joint tape and Spackle over the hole

@Josephsl78 Ай бұрын

This short clip contains so much valuable info! 😀

@miriamg.cumminsshe-her-ell6333 4 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this tutorial!!! I was able to repair a hole in my wall due to fixing a pipe! Your video was very informative and helpful! Went to the store and bought all the things I needed! Now I can say that I fixed my wall all by myself!! thanks to your helpful video!! It gave me the confidence to go and do it myself! 🥰

@lowes 4 ай бұрын

So glad that you were able to DIY it! 🙌

@TwwIX 2 жыл бұрын

Good stuff! Very simple and clear instructions. Multiple methods too. Kudos to you, fellas! Whoever you are!

@jay1232000 7 жыл бұрын

this video is enough for all types off drywall patch questions. thanks for sharing

@jessicahutto5747 4 жыл бұрын

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@bringitdanielle 6 жыл бұрын

I'm so mad at how easy these are. Thank you!

@jessz900 Жыл бұрын

Glad they covered the doorknob hole situation... I just discovered one of those in my bathroom

@EngineeredMojo Жыл бұрын

Great how -to, Lowe's went direct to the point!

@chrisblakley2704 3 жыл бұрын

Everyone in Sumter Lowe’s have been helpful and this was wonderful. Great easy instructions. Than yo.

@shkooling 2 жыл бұрын

Hey, greenhorn here. Can someone please explain when to use “joint compound” vs. “spackle”, vs. “compound”?

@reddithsh 2 жыл бұрын

Can you just come to my house and do it for me? I'm struggling over here. 🤬🤬🤬

@giodrakes 3 жыл бұрын

This is like..... EVERYTHING I ever need to know about repairing walls! Thanks!

@NardTheDog 3 ай бұрын

Thanks Lowe’s! I’m going to do it myself thanks to you!

@lowes 3 ай бұрын

You got this! 💙

@1989kratoz 3 жыл бұрын

Our dog has destroyed the wall and was thinking to repair by myself, I think this video explains everything. Thank you very much. Hope I will find all required stuff from Lowe's...

@GlockMonster29 3 жыл бұрын

Man these drywall jokes from various videos have been absolutely hilarious 😂

@GameplayandTalk 5 жыл бұрын

This is very useful, thank you. Well produced and right to the point.

@oscarcherylurivez4799 5 жыл бұрын

Jennie

@AnthonyCarrTV 8 жыл бұрын

succinct and to the point! Thanks. Love the California technique - hadn't seen that before.

@greaterwhiteowl 8 жыл бұрын

its gonna b my first time fixing a hole this big and i was kind of scared cuz its a friends house a nice house but after wacthing this vid i feel better about doing the job lol great vid

@jek__ 4 жыл бұрын

Very high quality video, and densely packed with useful information

@Crates94 7 жыл бұрын

Greatest video of all time.

@disassembledpen666 5 жыл бұрын

I'm in the 8th grade, but I have a hole the size of my MP3 player in my bedroom wall. I'll show this video to my dad when I'm not grounded. UPDATE: My dad plans to fix every wall in the house because they all have damages.

@blueboieddie5481 4 жыл бұрын

you still grounded?

@heartcandi40 4 жыл бұрын

👀

@nskr160 4 жыл бұрын

I thought you could only see MP3 players in museums now?

@shrekrecker 3 жыл бұрын

are you grounded

@CPAJayhawk 3 жыл бұрын

BlueBoiEddie there’s no way an 8th header knows what an MP3 player is

@troysuza2065 Жыл бұрын

Nobody: Kyles Everywhere: intense writing down noises

@rhondasehorn3233 Жыл бұрын

Now I know how to do the corners on my island! Great video! I learned a lot in a few minutes.

@Ryan-tn8ph 5 жыл бұрын

Most useful ad I have ever watched

@periyanayagam6117 5 жыл бұрын

Songs

@Ch4osWe4veR 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome tut, thanks. I am changing the location of a lightswitch box, and I think I will use the method of cutting a patch of drywall for the old opening. If I cut out the drywall a bit on either side I will expose the surface of some studs (it's between a doorway and a corner) and won't need to screw in any support wood. Should be easy as heck.

@unavailable2516 3 жыл бұрын

was it easy?

@CompTechMike 4 жыл бұрын

Y'all make applying the compound look so easy. For me it's all over my hands, clothes, the floor... LOL. :P

@MattArguelloR 2 жыл бұрын

Best drywall repair video !

@kriztee4159 2 жыл бұрын

The big hole tutorial is great especially having sons!! 💯💯💯👍🏾👍🏾

@haroldgrier5036 Жыл бұрын

This is the best how to video ever! ❤

@MinecraftPro97k 7 жыл бұрын

0:34 It is also best to get a stopper.

@Hunterhoneypackglazer1 Жыл бұрын

As someone with anger issues, this is a lifesaver

@Mark-sn6kh 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot. Getting ready to try and fine a leak in my wall and nervous about cutting into the wall. Figured I would try it first and if I screw it up I can always call someone.

@BEASTNYC 3 жыл бұрын

Pros! Great video!

@lamonddorsey568 8 жыл бұрын

This video was very informative....

@pearlieburton9698 7 жыл бұрын

I enjoy the video it was very good.

@crzazl4298 Жыл бұрын

very good video , easy to follow, and very well explained , good information in few words.

@TheCreedBratton 3 жыл бұрын

I love the time stamps on the bar

@granjmy 6 жыл бұрын

This video is encouraging. They make it look very simple.

@brittanyjackson7969 5 жыл бұрын

This is actually a great video. Super informative!

@blake1995 4 жыл бұрын

Kyle’s gonna put a lot of carpenters in business

@ShakespeareCafe 3 жыл бұрын

Buy Hot Mud, setting type compound to do all these repairs Easy Sand 5, 20 or 45 minute, just add water and work fast

@andrewhardaway5573 4 жыл бұрын

Really helpful. Thanks for making these.

@christopherquintanilla6572 7 жыл бұрын

Time to fix my room up for Christmas...

@uncletim7790 8 жыл бұрын

Great Info We Can Use!

@michaelzoran 3 жыл бұрын

FOUR QUESTIONS: #1: What size screw do you recommend using? Please tell me the size of the screw and the length of the screw. #2: If I need to buy a sheet of drywall in order to make several repairs to some larger holes, can you please tell me the brand of the drywall and possibly provide a link? #3: Does the "paper" on the drywall sheet sand off in order to make the surface flat? #4: What type of sandpaper do you recommend using? If you can provide a brand of the sandpaper and possibly provide a link, it would be appreciated.

@e.manalo83 2 жыл бұрын

What?! So much great info in a quick video 😱🤯🤯🤯

@Dayglowvista Жыл бұрын

This is one of those times where a big company unintentionally makes a classic.

@NathanThomson 4 жыл бұрын

Wow! Really surprised at how great this video was!

@MzVee106 Жыл бұрын

Great Video!!

@L._Vireo 2 жыл бұрын

“Holes from a doorknob-“ **absolutely obliterates wall with doorknob**

@carsonaitchison3593 5 жыл бұрын

This is actually a good vid... nice job!!

@beingmarilyngail8470 Жыл бұрын

Good Evening Andy. I love her she got all emotional when Cardi posted her. I'm not familiar with this young lady but I'm sure you'll post more videos of her. 😊

@conqwiztadore2213 4 жыл бұрын

wow, even included how to match textures, amazing video

@westlawncarellc 2 жыл бұрын

This is seriously helpful! Thanks for the informative video!

@PaintingHomeMaintenance 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing for all home owners

@frankbullitt4556 7 ай бұрын

Nice work, great video

@JakTheLombax 6 ай бұрын

It's a great video! But imagine being such a nerd that you wear safety goggles to patch drywall 😂

@nyx211 3 жыл бұрын

I have a huge 10"x14" hole in my wall. Will any of these tips work?

@rafaelgomez1989 2 жыл бұрын

**** THE BEST VIDEO ON YOU TUBE, CLEAR, CONCISE & VERY PROFESIONAL > WILL DO !!!!!!

@LucasN0015 6 жыл бұрын

This whole channel is underrated...

@kellyclark7762 2 жыл бұрын

I have been doing drywall professionally for 38 years now. These instructions are great for a trashy apartment

@Lcfh843 11 ай бұрын

Wish I could find a piece of drywall that isn’t 10 ft by 10ft but good advice

@sk8board52 3 жыл бұрын

Wow it's so easy when it's not behind the toilet.

@lkyhood4200 2 жыл бұрын

VERY COOL DIY INFOS. THANKS

@darrellscholl1651 4 жыл бұрын

It's only a California patch if you live there. I hung and finished drywall for 30 years and never heard of a California patch. Now we need a how to build your home from the ground up video. It's easy too!

@mskiara18 Жыл бұрын

Could these tutorials help with patching up bullet holes in walls and ceiling? I am trying to help my mother repair the damages made to her walls and outdoor vinyl.