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Patch a large drywall hole
Trigger
Doorknob dents, larger damage
Who does it
DIY
Est. time
2-3 hrs (+ dry time)
Est. cost
$15-30
Difficulty
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Step by step
Cut a clean square/rectangle around the damaged area.
Screw a wood or drywall-scrap backer behind the hole for support.
Cut a drywall patch to fit and screw it to the backer.
Apply joint compound and paper/mesh tape over the seams in thin layers.
Sand between coats, then prime and paint once fully smooth and dry.
Video guide
How to Patch Holes in Drywall in 9 Easy Steps - This Old House
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