Renters Kicked A Hole In The Wall | I Fix It Step By Step | THE HANDYMAN|

[@Mb-wb1or]

Maybe just making the hole a square would be easier.

[@abbyboyone]

yup

[@militarybrat9734]

Without backing, that is just a bandaid.

[@MP-yh7jv]

I also feather the edges with a damp sponge instead of sanding.

[@danbailey96]

@@militarybrat9734 you’d be surprised how strong a patch like that can be....I have done it a lot over 55 years ....I’ve also did back bracing and cutting back to the studs to repair...... but usually a patch like that last longer then the rest of the wall especially in rentals

[@furrycircuitry2378]

A square butterfly would've been far easier and less time consuming

[@nickk4010]

Bought a 20V Dewalt multi tool since I saw it in one your older videos, I've had about a month and it literally changed how I do projects as a DIY'er. I've used it on about 5-6 projects and its a total game changer. Love learning tricks from your channel!

[@TheGearhead222]

Having a quality portable drill is half the battle many times!-John in Texas

[@s.a.h.d6575]

I used to do it like that but now I screw a 1" x 1/2" or similar piece of timber behind the patch, it then becomes much stronger

[@myway3343]

I like to use OSB and screw it all together.

[@steveg1045]

That's using dead wood. What we call it and u are correct

[@papatee3024]

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[@joshuakennerson7471]

That's called a california patch lol

[@Asheuz]

Thats a much better way than the video.

[@kennethmc2601]

That original "patch" was a "hopefully we get the security deposit back" patch.

[@Kenny.G-33]

2nd patch is just as bad.... Lol!

[@ikkuranus]

@@Kenny.G-33 That's what I was thinking. Why bother doing all that if you aren't going to support it from the back?

[@Big_AlMC]

Not even. Why put in any effort if its gonna come out like that?Holy fuck thats cringe. You can go to walmart and even get the paint matched with a chip off the original paint. Get a can of orange peel and sanding prep. Ive helped countless friends get their security deposits back lol mind you im not ensuring customer satisfaction nor am I professional so it was all to purely look good on sight. Just saying how easy it is on a bumblefucl level to do this in the hopes of retaining security deposit.

[@jalinmurphy9]

@@MrZimmaframe you start off saying you don't understand and then you start spitting facts like you do understand. So, do you understand or not? That patch is perfectly fine. No one will lean on the wall and pop it out. It's a sturdy and solid patch up to a certain size. At the size he has it at, it's perfectly fine.

[@VoidBL]

@@Big_AlMC ??? He didn't paint it because that's the painter's job lmao

[@mtaylor935mt]

I’ve heard that called a “California patch.” Never done one before, I usually just square the hole and use backers. I’m sure it looks perfect though. Good job on matching the texture. I did a 17x32 patch and a 16x17 patch on a 12 foot ceiling up against crown last week and did a real good match to the existing knockdown texture using thinned down mud and a grout sponge that I customized for the job. Knocked it down with a 12” taping knife. I was proud of the result!

[@SeeLifeBro]

I was thinking the same thing and coincidencently I'm from California lol I prefer to cut out a slightly larger piece and scribe it to get a perfect fit while using backing.

[@MrDee-cm1yo]

It is called a California patch but ya supposed to make it easier b squareing up the hole fo faster fit.

[@granthogue7492]

That the right way to do it but some times you got to work with what you have in hand ?

[@Syncere20]

That Carpenter has some very good skills. Good job fixing hole.

[@416jr]

Yea it’s a California patch it’s good in not so traffic areas , but when you keep walking around there and could be dinged a lot it’s better to use backing it’s more proper for high traffic areas

[@wideawaketotruth5301]

Over the years I would say I've done at least 150 200 drywall repairs. I've always squared it off and put in backer made out of either metal or 1x2 wood. I've never seen your technique before watching this video. I must say, I much prefer your method it's a lot quicker than squaring it off and putting in backer in the future I'm using your technique.

[@chrisfuller2069]

His method is called a Hawaiian patch or California patch. One that size should have had a wood backer, especially in such a high traffic area.

[@handymanhogan6882]

I had forgotten about that method. I dont enjoy texturing drywall but now I look forward to my next patch.

[@ScottyLocklear]

Nice job. I got my start in the industry doing drywall finishing. Since then I've expanded my resume to full scope builder/renovations. I do enjoy your videos. I try to catch all The Handyman and The Handyman Business . I find them very informative. Try to find short cuts or easier ways for myself also your business insight i find helpful. Thanks and keep them coming

[@UpkeepLLC]

I’ve watched about every video you’ve put out, and you get the most excited when you match the texture perfectly. Gotta love those small victories.

[@threats84]

Run some hot water over those texture cans to build up the pressure and they’ll clog less often.

[@codydean10]

never even thought of that, its so simple, but genius.

[@MyName-kd4du]

For the price of that can you could texture 8-10 sheets using bucket mud. I'll use cans for really small orange peel patches but knockdown from a can rarely matches. Especially if it was done originally with a large spray rig.

[@thepopeofkeke]

@@codydean10 LEEROY AHJENKINSS!

[@justincarrfyaffg7am699]

I agree I do it.

[@jakeferreirafamily]

I leave them in my car on the dash or on the hood to get em nice and warm

[@TheRam273]

I have got to get one of those sanding attachments for my shop vac👊 that knocked off an hour or more of prep time. Thanks for the tip👊

[@happyhappyjoyjoy6497]

Yep. I accidentally found another guy using one on YT, and ran out to buy one the next day. I wish I had known about it years ago. Is a huge improvement to sanding drywall

[@132Fonseca]

The Bob Ross of drywall repair. Keep it up love the videos.

[@MysticWanderer]

Happy little knockdown textures

[@m.campbell2776]

Great patch H•Man .... Even tho it's covered by that ugly texture crap, u still took the time to do that patch perfect. Always keepin it 100 - appreciate u man .

[@webcrawler3332]

Why do the Cali patch and instead cut the square out and add a couple fir strips and then mid?

[@TheHandyman1]

Just as good and makes me more money.

[@TheHandyman1]

You are in the right place. I have a cool tool that I just got this week. I don't know how I made it this far without it. Video on it coming soon.

[@mckeecrew]

We call it a hot patch where I'm from. Fine work Sir.

[@bjobie]

@@TheHandyman1 I'm curious, how does this make more money?

[@TheHandyman1]

@Barry Obie Takes less time. I've done hundreds of these over the last 2 decades. For small holes this is fastest with least trips to trailer, to HD, least amount of materials. It gets amazing results that last a lifetime.

[@TheHandyman1]

Everyone is asking about the hand masker to put the tape and paper on the wall. Here is the link. amzn.to/2UrtzNL And here is the sander that attaches to my shop vac. Drywall sanding attachment amzn.to/2HT8AjH

[@militarybrat9734]

Home depot and Lowe's both carry that as well. Right next to the masking paper and masking tape, same aisle.

[@rjohnsonfd]

Very nice job! You probably know this but, if you take a damp sponge around the edges as the hot mud sets up, you can feather the edges into the existing texture and also lightly knock down ridges. Almost no sanding needed. 👍

[@TheHandyman1]

Great tip!

[@ethelryan257]

This was really good work. As an electrician, my hole patching is, fortunately, very limited but - been there, done that. One thing the 'do it square people' are missing is that you do *not* patch anything with a straight line, especially not in the middle of a flat wall. They eyes will catch even the slightest trace of a straight line. This handyman did it right. As to the negative stuff about the 'California' patch - sigh. It's a perfectly good method and absolutely solid.

[@marks4470]

It’s not a flat wall. It has texture, so there would be no straight line seen. Also, if you do it right on a “flat wall” you won’t see a line. This guy wasted a lot of time doing this.

[@auntysocialist]

I'm an electrician and a carpenter... square hole, two strips of plywood backing and you have a hole patched far faster, and far stronger.

[@aab-el9bd]

Dead wrong on many levels. Just because the patch is a rectangle doesn't mean the paper flange surrounding it has to be square. Also, if you can see the line from a straight edge, why wouldn't you be able to see the seem from an irregular edge? You will see both. An irregular shape would look weirder.

[@thunderduckie01]

This little trick had made me a ton of money! Only thing I do differently is I mist the paper on the patch before I mud. Probably doesn't help, but it makes me feel like the mud grabs it better. Also, SPOT ON with the knock down blending!!!

[@kds471]

Mud doesn’t grab better but it helps to push out excess mud when you took it I have found.

[@militarybrat9734]

There is no way that blended. The original knockdown is done in one direction. He dragged his blade in at least four different directions. That will look like a patch every time.

[@StArFuRyZz]

I learned something today if I ever need to patch a drywall hole.

[@paysonbiker]

The way you chose to cut out a round piece to match the hole rather than to cut the hole into a nice square...holy cow! Your experience shined!!! Awesome work!

[@MrSGH21]

What experience? That was really dumb . I can tell he doesn’t have much experience doing this

[@dillon7981]

@@MrSGH21 waiting on your “professional” video to be posted

[@MrSGH21]

@@dillon7981 when did I use the word “professional” ? I’m not a youtuber and I don’t post videos. I just said I can tell he doesn’t have experience because of the way he does the patch. And someone wouldn’t use that spray can to do that patch. I didn’t say he didn’t do a good job I’m sure it turned out well

[@adanesi1884]

I've had the same texture issue with the past 4 bottles. I've gone to the oldschool hammer wrapped in a wrag dip technique for small knockdown repairs

[@adanesi1884]

@@JonnyDIY i meant to add that i wrap a plastic bag around the rag. basically the same technique as you but with a rag and hammer for more control

[@dangraves25]

This is exactly how I patch small holes too. I just usually square it off instead of trying to cut a circle, I always mess up circles

[@F14koFreegun]

I was searching the comments thinking I was the only one doing that lol

[@willloman812]

Cut out square around hole, screw in scrap wood behind drywall to have something to screw in new drywall, match square from step one with piece of drywall, cut, screw in, mud, drink budweiser, sand, spray texture, knock down with putty knife, match paint, get mad at paint logistics, paint, strut cause you da man

[@militarybrat9734]

Always knock down in one direction..... follow the direction that was originally done or it will look like a patch (not match). Handyman went in several directions when knocking down.... no way that will blend or match. Sign of a patch for sure.

[@jessemarinucci1273]

Yea he made that more difficult than it shoulda been lol

[@joebuboosky3135]

Exactly square it off measure yur square boom

[@jordanharvey2163]

Its a hot patch in indiana. California patch to the Mexican drywall hangers and finishers ive worked with. But I've seen it done so many ways. All the same result.

[@spacewolfjr]

Ole Handyman filling in the holes in our drywall _and_ our hearts!

[@droolbunnyxo9565]

💜! 🤗

[@JosephQPublic]

@icarus - He can sew, too? A *true* handyman!

[@kwizmon]

Take it easy man!

[@matthewson1000]

I use a heat gun on my patches and can get one done from patch to paint in less than an hour. It works very well. I like using the "blowout patch" method as well. I enjoy your videos brother!

[@JaketheRake16]

Handyman: “Yeah sex is cool and all but have you ever perfectly matched knockdown?!”

[@bsm6776]

lol

[@loleet9813]

That's awesome

[@militarybrat9734]

Not if that's how he does it. He dragged that blade in at least four different directions. That'll never blend or match the existing knockdown pattern. Look before knocking down, knockdown in one direction.... following the direction of the original knockdown.

[@justinlangley8972]

This technique is great but I've never seen anyone cut the patch round. Usually the hole being patched gets cut out larger into a square to get rid of any impact damage where the drywall blew out on the backside, but great work nonetheless. As long as it looks like the damage never happened and returns the structure of the wall back to normal then it's a good patch job

[@AceEverett]

Have always hated patch kits. For something 1x1" or less, I simply use a few coats of mud, for anything bigger it's always cutting the hole into a symmetrical square, two pieces of 1x2 in the wall, and new piece of drywall to match square hole tightly. Then it's very easy to fill and texture to an even finish.

[@wilee.coyote5298]

I use the same technique as you for my rentals. Faster and less time. 👍

[@michaelmcnally4868]

I think a big ca patch is strong, but it is an exc place to use durabond mud. Durabond is super adhesive cementitious mud that can't be sanded but is great to have because of it's strength and low shrinkage. Good for filling deep holes. Hard to find nowadays .

[@diehardfan173]

I’m thinking you should’ve put a thin backing in their as in a false backing… That way it has something to sit on two aside from just mud adhesion. But, then again, what matters is the finite result! So, good job

[@jcon6115]

Hi Handiman, On really small repairs I use a hair dryer on a adjustable pole in a stand and occasionally move it around to dry the entire patch. The combination of air and heat is perfect For doing super fast patches That allow you to paint right away.

[@michaelmcnally4868]

Any moisture at all behind paint and it will push the paint off the wall, so I would come back in 2 days to paint. Dry on top doesn't insure it's dry all the way through. But 48hr does.

[@syntheticsol]

Thank God. Seriously. We finally have a good drywall patch tutorial, and I had been hoping to find one. Ty sir.

[@DJ-xt5ez]

Good job. You might find it easier however if you prime before you texture. This helps the paint not to flash and makes the knockdown part easier as it dries at a consistent rate. I know it adds one extra step to the process, but I found that and well-lit areas, especially on the ceiling, it is necessary to primer first.

[@NickCager]

As someone that does a lot of do-it-yourself projects... you make this look way too easy. Especially matching those textures... very impressive.

[@TheHandyman1]

Thank you very much!

[@fmradio42]

Looks great, though I was thinking clean the blade after every pass. like when doing taping.

[@dingeva7148]

good job and you are professional! we suggest you our self-adhesive aluminum wall repair patch for the drywall and ceiling holes. it have fiberglass self-adhesive mesh and aluminum board, so it have high tensile strength, and easy to use, what do you think about our recommend?

[@seeszm]

Good old fashion butterfly patch. Nice work

[@thomasercanbrack74]

I have used those sprays quite a bit and have found that you get more consistency and don't get it running out if you heat the can to a bit above room temperature

[@rickmendoza1705]

I always wanted to know how to make that pattern on the wall.Thank you very much!!!. I really like it when you show solutions that any homeowner can use at an affordable price, and not just techniques or equipment that only contractors with huge budgets.

[@TheHandyman1]

You are welcome 😊

[@richardraymond5535]

You make blending it look easy. I’ve tried that and it not so easy!

[@jessb1775]

I’ve done wall patching and similar stuff to this, but I’ve always wanted to see it this way. Super cool.

[@johnpatterson1807]

Total Boss Man cutting that patch to match to hole! Me, I would have squared that hole up first! Nice job 👍. I do a lot of drywall repairs, and have found that with hot mud, you don’t even need it to be completely dry( I know you’re not painting this)before priming and painting. Nicely done 👍

[@krap101]

Is it easier to try to match the hole opposed to cutting a square hole that a square patch will fit into?

[@HonestyHVAC]

I was looking for this comment lol

[@yemolas01]

Hello @handyman how long does it take to fix a hole in wall as a handyman. Start to finish, Thank you for your wonderful response.

[@johnny1556]

And that's a good job I can't even tell the difference where did that hole go?

[@droolbunnyxo9565]

He should've dropped a momento in there before patching it. Something really nostalgic for future generations to find. A shirt with a banned assault caulking gun would be interesting.

[@gonzos-twin]

@@droolbunnyxo9565 I once opened walls and found spray painted names of the plumber's and carpenters in the wall. One electrician even left his business card inside.

[@katcoe1079]

I found a world war two soldiers personal medical book in the wall and he had been diagnosed with syphilis 😳 had contracted it whilst away from home.

[@marcgraham6438]

When you use a really big trowel bend it just slightly use the concave side to apply the joint compound use the convexed side to remove the excess.

[@nick-k8v7d]

Would this type of repair hold up if pressure was placed on it, like if someone leaned on the wall there? Or if someone who wasn’t aware of the repair tried to use a drywall mount there? Thanks and love the videos-I have learned lots and found inspiration for many projects.

[@TheHandyman1]

This is very strong. Setting compound cures very strong.

[@dlove118]

I'd love to see this painted. I wonder if you could get the same texture with some hot mud flicked on with a brush and then flattened? Would set fast and reduce the need for a spray thing.

[@TheHandyman1]

Its on my instagram @the_hand_e_man. Looks perfect after its painted.

[@danhenry8557]

Your method is exactly the same as I use with one exception, try placing mud on the edge of the insert patch, that will bond the new piece and the existing wall.

[@phil-spinelli]

Nice. I like to throw a piece of wood behind the drywall too, like maybe a 1x4 or something, screw drywall to it and screw patch to it. Makes everything a little more sturdy

[@eljuan5298]

California patch 😎

[@mperry2384]

I've plastered and drywalled for a couple decades, that, the California patch is a real time saver. Pro tip, square out the hole to be repaired with a keyhole saw and it goes even faster. This method eliminates the need for backer wood. However backer wood makes a stronger patch. Same breath people shouldn't be touching let alone pressing hard enough to blow out a patch on your walls....nice work. End of the day can u see the repair? No. Again good job. Also they got squeegees for knock down finish so u can leave a few mins after spraying texture

[@MDAdams72668]

I use Bondo(the car body filler) on a screen get it stuck on the inside and then build it up (tougher than the wall) fits any hole 2 (without measuring or cutting) Takes 3 mins for the first "bonding layer" and 1 or 2 coats later ready for "mud"

[@MESTER47]

I believe adding a reinforcement behind that drywall patch it's better, what are you thinking about it?

[@dienekes4364]

I learned this method a couple of years ago and it changed my freakin' life. It makes it SO much easier to patch holes!!!!!

[@TheHandyman1]

Yes it does!

[@nickel0eye]

on smooth finish walls, i find it advantageous to cut square to studs and put in a solid piece of drywall...hard to get those edges down on level 4-5!

[@Ivan-qe6nd]

For that can of texture I saw that if u vigorously shake it and leave it in hot water it comes out super clean

[@mihnic0504]

Nice repair. Personally I like to cut out a square from stud to stud, but I’ve done it this way too. Ultimately if you do it this way it can come out nicer but you need a sharp eye. Looks great.

[@ChristopherJohnson-zd8sx]

I love watching your videos. It gives me hope to work for myself and stop working for the man. I could be making my worth and choose the jobs I want to do!

[@tinkeringaround6241]

Those patches with the metal plate and mesh on them work well if you read the directions and have a little know how. The one I put in doesn’t “flash” any . That patch you put in is what I’ll try next time I patch Sheetrock , I like it

[@JimService]

Our newly purchased house has that texture on the ceilings. I had to make some exploratory holes while putting in some flush mount LED lights. I patched the holes but wasn't sure how to match the texture.

[@Nitrodr1]

Looking good. Don't know what you used for the mud, but Durabond 20 really cures in 20 or less. Nice job!

[@tysonanderson2848]

How much would you charge for a one patch like that including the primer and all.

[@jond661]

300+ its the time, it's at least 3 hours even with 20 minute mud, that being said you could do up to 6 patches for the same price.

[@EM-fi2qg]

See if this tip helps. When I need to mix 20 minute mud, I use the gallon size paint mixer (little plastic fan style blades) on my drill and mix the mud. It mixes FAST! Fits perfectly in the pan, no splash and no clumps or bubbles.

[@MJ-fh8fw]

So what is a good ratio of blending a repair? This repair looks like maybe 6 inches and you blended/feathered a couple of feet. Just trying to learn, thanks.

[@MichaelJohnson-jt5cu]

Good job, most people lack the finesse to make repairs that blend in with existing surfaces.

[@rolfbjorn9937]

Great tips and job on the patch. Although...I'll never understand this textured wall thing. For me it's on the same level of crappy old practice such as popcorn ceilings. We have drywall, we no longer plaster over lattice, why texture over it?

[@richardpalusaar3364]

A thought. Perhaps before spraying on the texture you should hit the whole surface with a primer, to get a consistent absorbtion/dry time. Not sure if it is a good idea but I think a wet blade will not drag the texture, might be worth a try.

[@TheHandyman1]

That is the way I do it on larger remodels. I prime before texture. On small patches like this a steady hand can get an even knock down.

[@littlebitoflife4954]

I always square it up. And use a backer board behind it and then u are only having to mud the seems.

[@legalsolutions07]

Nice tip on the drywall patch paper border and on using the textured spray. Did u leave the center line ridge of mud so that u only have one high spot to take care of?

[@joelee4796]

Love your videos handyman! Have you tried the EZ Pro Texture gun? It’s a game changer for these smaller patches. I use it at least once a week. Sherwin Williams has them, along with Amazon.

[@Vincent-S]

That's seriously cool, I'm pretty far from a handyman with next to no experience outside of installing small sections of mouldings and making smal plant stands and boxes, so I never knew you could do it like that. The next time I have to patch drywall (did my first one last month, came out pretty well!), but don't have any studs to work with, I now know a good way to fix it up!

[@shanedavison7473]

I have watched wall patch videos before this one and my wall ended up with a large mound both from this method and then I cut it out and tried a different method with the same bad results

[@johnjcb4690]

Texture spray I didn't know it exists , does it in Europe ? The wall looked flat no texture though so I imagine it s good for knife adherence for the fast dry 2nd layer

[@rich3821]

Learned this patching technique from a journeyman carpenter when I was around 20. Great technique to get the job done right and looking great.

[@NSanoShano]

never seen a patch like that. Interesting. I usually just cut a square hole and patch in a square piece with some 2x4 behind screwed to both the old wall and new patch so that it never moves. Were you patching with a different thickness of sheetrock?

[@gordonlam2757]

why the fuss with a butterfly patch if you could just out a a piece of wood in the hole and screw in a drywall square after, is that stronger and easier HM?

[@jacobgeorge7801]

Some of your techniques are really neat. Do you believe this patch will hole up as well as a rectangular cut with wooden boards holding patch in place? What if they try nailing something in the patch. Again, really neat techniques, I will definitely be adapting some.

[@davidlackey4873]

is that considered a california patch? thanks for vids, been a floor guy most my working life,got a couple rentals now and i really get alot from you, thanks.

[@dimdim3230]

I apologize if there is a discrepancy but I do not know exactly how to ask my question. what tool do you use to glue the wall before painting will you be able to photo or link to view it. thanks in advance

[@TheHandyman1]

setting compound and a 6 inch knife.

[@dimdim3230]

I apologize again but I mean the tool with the blue tape and the brown paper where you stick it on the wall. as they say. as you call it

[@dimdim3230]

😇

[@TheHandyman1]

That is called a hand masker Here is the link. amzn.to/2UrtzNL

[@dimdim3230]

Thank you very much, you are extremely kind. I follow you from Europe

[@zachpackard]

Thanks for the video Handyman, love that sander vacuum combo👍

[@Tonyhouse1168]

I’ve been doing repair/remodel work for the past few years and this is the first time I’ve seen a sander attachment. It’s pretty sweet!

[@teresastephens2642]

Just starting my business and find your videos very helpful. Thank you.

[@JoseFlores-se3jp]

what size is that bucket with mud? that's a genius way of storing left over mud.

[@SpeedBoyTT1]

Great perspective on the drywall patchwork so simple and perfect at a cost really like that paper you taped up on the wall never saw that before nice work

[@rrck6610]

I cut a square a little larger than the patch from some new drywall, trace the outline onto the wall around the hole and put 2 small 1x2s inside to screw to. Mesh tape, 2 coats hot mud dried with my heat gun sand/texture/pva

[@Bapuji42]

Looks great. I have a question. I'm confused why you were able to just do one coat of hot mud here? I remember another video (a hole in a plaster wall in a bedroom) where you did one coat of hot mud and a coat of topping compound. What's the difference?

[@lorenrickey5481]

When I have to prime the repair I've discovered Kiltz NO ordor (not the low order) spray primer. Absolutely no smell at all. Great product.

[@smoothe4216]

Is that wire mesh sandpaper he is using or standard sandpaper. I always get lines when using mesh and am curious how he got to sand so smoothly.

[@northjerseykevin409]

Nicely done. What can you charge for a patch like that?

[@jpcarpentry4199]

Hi Handyman. Those cans are tricky to use. Best luck I've had is to run the whole can under hot water. I think once you get a glob that blocks an inner portion of it it causes that splatter everywhere. They're still my go-to for jobs like this. Quick in and out. Only difference for me is I use powder quickset (20 minute).

[@vdefilippo]

It's interesting to see your videos with wall texture/knockdown texture/popcorn ceilings, etc. It must be a regional thing, cause up here in Canada, I've never seen these treatments in my entire life. Everything's just painted.

[@zacha7469]

what is the exact compound you used to get the paper material to stick to the wall?

[@TheDa6781]

why go to all this trouble and not support the patch from the back side ?

[@artbyrobot1]

I recommend 5 minute mud so you don't have to wait 30 minutes between touchup coats. Also, I sculpt in on the borders thick layers of mud that grab the back of the drywall and the sides of the hole so a 1" thick ledge is formed. I then layer on thick 3/4" layers until hole is filled. I do this all with just mud. 5 minute mud. Your way might be better its close.

[@noahpenjweny9352]

i wonder why you did not prime or sealed the wall before the texture? usually un painted area should be primed then do what ever you want to do

[@JeremyBlomquist]

I enjoy watching your videos and I think you do great work but I have a question. Why do you leave the trash drywall in the wall? This isn't the first time I've seen it done.

[@ryanl9318]

Hi handyman! What does a drywall job that size, cost the customer?

[@renovator4u29]

I use the same patching technique here in North Carolina ,how much do you charge for a patch like this?

[@monkeywentbananas]

We called those California patches back in the day! Nice work Handyman!

[@thecam0073]

how do you match the paint color? bring a piece of drywall to paint store?

[@redtide08]

It was hard to see but did you add any mud around the inside of the hole edge? Seems like just the paper holding the patch would leave it as kind of a weak spot on the wall (though clearly superior to that garbage patch the renters put on)

[@Luckydimegarage713]

I’m loving the channel I wanna totally break away from my job and do something for my self I need to start buying tools and a truck

[@lesforet4495]

Where I'm from we call it a butterfly patch. Never quite done it that way though, I usually square up the hole. It is a very strong and easy patch to do, not sure why people fall for those gimmick wall patch kits.