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Sheetrock repair in Ascension Parish
Posted on 4/7/25 at 10:34 pm
Posted on 4/7/25 at 10:34 pm
Recommendations? This project is too large for me to tackle confidently --- and because I want it done right.
Best guess as to what you think this might cost to repair properly for sheetrock and paint? I have the paint, and if the price becomes too much, I will just paint it myself.
Best guess as to what you think this might cost to repair properly for sheetrock and paint? I have the paint, and if the price becomes too much, I will just paint it myself.
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Posted on 4/7/25 at 10:40 pm to Will Cover
Do you have the sheetrock that was removed? It's not really complicated to repair.
Posted on 4/8/25 at 6:58 am to Will Cover
It will be hard to get anyone out to do such a small repair simply because it's not worth it to them to take that on. It really is an easy repair and with a few u-tube videos under your belt, you can take it on fairly easily.
For well under $100 you can get any tools necessary, along with the sheetrock mud and tape you will need to do the repair.
For well under $100 you can get any tools necessary, along with the sheetrock mud and tape you will need to do the repair.
Posted on 4/8/25 at 7:08 am to SouthernInsanity
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Do you have the sheetrock that was removed?
Unfortunately, no.
Posted on 4/8/25 at 7:09 am to gumbo2176
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It will be hard to get anyone out to do such a small repair simply because it's not worth it to them to take that on
I agree, and the price may be up there to make it worth their time.
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under $100 you can get any tools necessary, along with the sheetrock mud and tape
I have the tape, drywall screws, and mud. I'd have to purchase a small piece of drywall.
Posted on 4/8/25 at 7:55 am to Will Cover
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I have the tape, drywall screws, and mud. I'd have to purchase a small piece of drywall.
You'll have to purchase an entire sheet of drywall. That is not one of those things they sell piecemeal.
You will also need a 6 inch putty knife to bed in the tape and preferably a larger one (10-12 inch) to float over the area for a better blend into the existing wall.
Then, depending on any texture on the wall that may be there, you will want to match that before painting.
It is very doable for the DIY type. It just may take longer and need a bit more sanding than what a pro would need to do.
Posted on 4/8/25 at 8:59 am to gumbo2176
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You'll have to purchase an entire sheet of drywall. That is not one of those things they sell piecemeal.
You can find 2x2 pieces at Lowes and Home Depot. This is a very, very doable DIY project that can be completed in a weekend. Watch youtube videos and you'll get this done in no time. Seriously, don't be afraid of this project because once done, you'll laugh at yourself over being intimidated by it. It's easy.
Posted on 4/8/25 at 9:06 am to Will Cover
You are going to have to paint that entire wall, if not you will see the new paint.
Posted on 4/8/25 at 9:10 am to TDsngumbo
Its easy to put mud on a wall. Its not easy to make a patch completely disappear. If its in a highly visible area of the house in addition to lots of wall wash light, it can be very tricky to make it like it was never there.
The wall will likely need to be completely repainted if OP wants it to look perfect too.
The wall will likely need to be completely repainted if OP wants it to look perfect too.
Posted on 4/8/25 at 10:49 am to Will Cover
Either way it's not difficult. Unfortunately you're probably not in Ascension Parish.
Posted on 4/8/25 at 12:10 pm to TDsngumbo
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You can find 2x2 pieces at Lowes and Home Depot.
It's been ages since I've bought rock at any big box store. I know they have cuts of plywood available in smaller dimensions than 4 x 8 for the casual DIY person.
Good to know-------thanks for the heads-up.
Posted on 4/8/25 at 1:13 pm to Major Dutch Schaefer
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You are going to have to paint that entire wall, if not you will see the new paint.
Probably the worst part of it
Posted on 4/8/25 at 1:54 pm to Will Cover
While muddying, extend the mud several inches or almost a foot or so into the old texture. This will help your patch disappear. Just be sure to leave no obvious lines or buildup of mud at the edges. Sanding or a wet sponge will help smooth it out and make a less noticeable transition.
Posted on 4/8/25 at 2:46 pm to 9rocket
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Sanding or a wet sponge will help smooth it out and make a less noticeable transition
Wet sanding takes a little longer but it's so worth it in my opinion.
Posted on 4/8/25 at 8:42 pm to Major Dutch Schaefer
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You are going to have to paint that entire wall, if not you will see the new paint.
Yes, I agree, and I am prepared to paint the entire accent wall.
Posted on 4/9/25 at 8:24 am to Will Cover
Take it on yourself, its an easy project, couple YouTube videos and you'll ready.
The good thing is once you get the sheet rock in and initially taped, you can take your time on the rest.
Buy a couple 2'x2' squares of sheet rock.
Use some scrap wood on the ends to give yourself something to screw into, I like the thick paint stirrers, you'd use for a 5 gallon bucket, not the quart.
Chamfer all the edges.
Thin out the mud a little bit so it's easier to work.
I prefer the wet sponge approach over sanding, but when doing such a large area you're going to have to sand it.
Finally, the most important part of making it look seamless is to get the texture to match, take a scrap piece and play around with the density of the spray and how far apart you are standing, and if you mess it up you can wipe it off with a wet rag or sponge and start over.
The good thing is once you get the sheet rock in and initially taped, you can take your time on the rest.
Buy a couple 2'x2' squares of sheet rock.
Use some scrap wood on the ends to give yourself something to screw into, I like the thick paint stirrers, you'd use for a 5 gallon bucket, not the quart.
Chamfer all the edges.
Thin out the mud a little bit so it's easier to work.
I prefer the wet sponge approach over sanding, but when doing such a large area you're going to have to sand it.
Finally, the most important part of making it look seamless is to get the texture to match, take a scrap piece and play around with the density of the spray and how far apart you are standing, and if you mess it up you can wipe it off with a wet rag or sponge and start over.
Posted on 4/10/25 at 8:52 pm to Will Cover
Cut the sheetrock on the left side farther ove in the middle of the next stud too, it will give you a place to screw to. It looks like its in the middle of a stud channel.
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