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Small holes and cracks in drywall are common in almost every home at some point. They can be quite annoying to look at, but the good news is that fixing them is incredibly easy and quick. You’ll need ...

Is there a good way to make speaker holes in my ceiling? I've tried a cordless jigsaw and a drywall jab saw, but both look sloppy. Harry M., Santa Ana, California Your best bet is to invest in an ...

Small holes are quick and easy to fix with joint compound and a putty knife. Medium and large holes are more extensive and also require a piece of drywall to use as a patch. Both the prep and ...

The weight of water and loss of structural integrity of the gypsum core causes drywall panels to tear away from the fasteners. It usually happens at the worst possible moment. It doesn't take much to ...

If you've had a sleepless night, you may have spent plenty of time staring at your ceilings, counting sheep. But have you ever noticed lines in your freshly applied ceiling paint job that seem to ...