Can we reduce the size of the drywall hole while keeping the fan box in place, considering the high hat removal and beam placement?
Asked by Nawal Kolltveit 
3 months ago
Last Updated: August 28, 2024
Hey everyone, everything is finished now. Quick question – any ideas on how to shrink the drywall hole without moving the fan box? The hole is larger because there used to be a high hat there. Just a heads up, the beam is right below the bottom edge of the hole. I’m hoping to keep the fan box where it is to match the other lights in the room. Thanks for your help!
Maybe a plate could fix it, but if not, it might be simpler to make it square, fix it, and then cut the right size hole again
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Make the hole bigger to a square shape, put in some 2×4 support and then redo the hole
You have the option of getting something similar to this or redoing the drywall, but you’ll need mud, tape, and screws for the drywall installation.
Cut a square, center it, and cut a new hole. Attach the patch using cleats. Sand, prime, texture, prime again, and paint. So, are you up for it?
Install a ceiling medallion.
I opt for a decorative plaster ring.
I always cut out a circle of sheetrock and secure it with “drywall clips” when I’m doing drywall repairs.
Absolutely
If you’re looking to cover up the hole, a medallion could work. If you prefer a closer cut to the box, follow ‘s advice.
You might also consider getting an extension ring
If you possess a sheetrock hole saw specifically for lights, you should measure and cut a circle. After that, mark the edge of the metal box with lipstick. Position the circle cutout against the lipstick mark. Utilize the pattern to create the fan box hole.
^ + 1x2x4 + drywall?
Do you think there is a more efficient method?
I would simply utilize a medallion
Ornament
It would improve the appearance if I had painted The Medallion, but here’s an illustration
The simplest way to go about it would be to follow the suggestion and use a cover due to the texture on the ceiling. If you decide to cut a piece of drywall to fit, you’ll have to scrape around it for the mud and then attempt to retexture the area to make it look nice.
If I were you, I’d take out the box and support. Then, draw the hole on a spare piece of drywall from underneath. Secure another piece of drywall flat and flush above, and then secure the circular piece in the hole. After that, tape and mud. Once it’s dry, cut out a new hole the same size as the box and put it back in.
Hey, how did you manage to attach both cymbals up there?
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Stretching sheetrock