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Make drywall hole repairs like a pro

Dear James: My son just left for college, and his bedroom walls are pretty worn with quite a few holes. What are some tips to repair them so they look like new? — Lyle H. Dear Lyle: Most homes today ...
Before a wall ever looks finished again, the most important step is the one you do while the studs are still exposed. Long before paint and trim, you need a systematic pre-drywall check that treats ...
PITTSBURGH (KDKA) -- There are tons of home improvement projects that lend themselves to doing it yourself. But as Angie's List finds, there's one job that doesn't. Painting and wallpapering are ...
Question: I’m a remodeling novice, and I’ll be doing some drywall work soon. I’ve never worked with the material and have no idea how to cut it. Not only do I have to cut new sheets to size, but I ...
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 ...
Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? I have a confession to make: I hate doing drywall (and, I'm not that great working ...
When you want to fasten something to a wall but aren’t able to put the screw into a wall stud, you need to know how to use a drywall anchor. This little gadget allows you to support a load from the ...