How to Repair Drywall After Door Knob Damage

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Cut out a square of replacement drywall a least 4 inches (10.2 cm) wide and long enough to cover the damaged area.

   Be sure to follow the lines made in step
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   Clean results can be had with a razor knife by making shallow cuts at first, just breaking the skin of the drywall, and then going deeper and deeper until the knife penetrates the drywall completely. , Do not drop the replacement square into the wall. ,,,,,
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   Step 2: Trace the outline of the replacement square on the damaged wall

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   Step 3: Cut out the damaged drywall using a razor knife

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   Step 4: drywall saw

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   Step 5: or Rotozip tool.

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   Step 6: Test fit the replacement square in the cutout.

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   Step 7: Cut a piece of wood 2X4 or 1X4 1.5 inches longer than the height of the replacement square.

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   Step 8: Place the wood inside the wall and secure to the wall with drywall screws.

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   Step 9: Place the replacement square over the wood to enclose the wood

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    Step 10: and secure the replacement square with drywall screws.

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    Step 11: Tape and texture the area as desired to match the surrounding area.

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    Step 12: Paint the repaired area to match the surrounding area.

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