How can I repair drywall without cutting, matching texture, and repainting?
Asked by Roy Thompson 
2 months ago
Last Updated: October 12, 2024
I have to admit, one thing I struggle with is finishing Drywall. I think I might have to cut out this section to fix it…ugh. I don’t see any way around cutting, matching the texture, and painting, but I’m open to any suggestions.
At some point, you’ll need to match the texture. Sand around the area (remove the switch plate), fill it with a good general-purpose joint compound, feather it over a couple of coats. Remember, more coats applied thinly are better. Sand the entire area smooth, and now comes the tricky part: matching the texture.
Do you think I should put some kind of support behind it? The paper is ripped.
As someone who works in framing almost every day, my advice would be to cut out that small piece, add a backing, cut a new piece to size, mesh tape it, apply thin coats of hot mud (drywall compound), sand it, and try to match the texture.
If the paper is torn, Matthew is absolutely right. I thought it was just an uneven surface. If it’s damaged, cut it out.
What if there was a way to gently push the broken piece back to its original position? I’m just curious… you know… for a friend. Or something like that. Never mind.
David hey, this is exactly what I was hoping for! I knew we’d still need to deal with mud and matching textures.
Hey , did you give it a shot? If I’m going to learn about texture matching, I might as well rethink some basic concepts first. 😂
Just and only the new text:
Hey , did you give it a shot? If I’m going to learn about texture matching, I might as well rethink some basic concepts first. 😂
Hey , try pulling off the switch plate cover first and see if that gives you access 😉
Will be busy this weekend. I thought I’d wait and see if the kids mess anything else up in the house 🤣
Hey there, it’s ! 😆 🤣
Repairing this is simple, just use a wide spackle knife and spackle. Matching the texture might be the challenging part. I recommend getting a 24”x24” drywall piece from Home Depot and practice matching the texture.
Remember, if paper tears, the mud will crack. The paper is just slightly torn.
Yeah, you’re right Matt. I’m just trying to make things as easy as possible for the owner.