Repairing Drywall Nicks, Scratches, and Dents
Drywall nicks, scratches, and dents are the easiest type of drywall damage to repair. Most do-it-yourself homeowners can repair this type of drywall damage using just a few basic tools. However, there are a couple of things to keep in mind regarding drywall paper that can help you avoid headaches when doing this type of repair. The tips that follow will help you repair drywall nicks, scratches, and dents. This type of drywall damage can generally be divided into the following categories.
However, if drywall damage breaks through the gypsum entirely and creates a hole, the methods mentioned above are not sufficient. you will need to repair it using a hammock patch, california patch, or strapped backing patch. Drywall cracks require different repair techniques.
