Drywall is a staple in most homes, offering smooth, clean walls that can last for years. But accidents happen—holes, cracks, and water damage are inevitable over time. While minor damage is easy to ...

Q: I have several drywall defects in my home that must be repaired. What are some tips you can share about repairing these? Is this really a do-it-yourself task, or should I call in a pro? A: You and ...

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 ...

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 ...

The first step of drywall repair, according to HGTV, is to assess the damage. If the drywall damage is limited to a few small nail holes, the damage can likely be remedied with some spackle (also ...

Other than dings with the vacuum, moving things around, or mounting art and fixtures, drywall damage will occur. Water damage, stress cracks, and settling also cause drywall damage. Stress cracks are ...

Small drywall damage from door knobs, rough housing, minor water damage, moving furniture or mounting hardware from artwork, mirrors, TV mounts, window treatments, etc. is a relatively easy DIY task.

Drywall messes occur to even the best of us—a doorknob that swung a bit too forcefully, a shelf that was yanked off the wall, or mere wear and tear from living. What distinguishes a patch that screams ...

August 11, 2014 Add as a preferred source on Google Add as a preferred source on Google If you ever find yourself staring at a hole marring an otherwise perfectly good wall, don't worry. Patching ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Rotted drywall near glass shower door - Cat Hammond/Shutterstock Customizable, affordable, and fire-resistant drywall is one of ...