No matter the age of your home, drywall damage will occur. Whether it be from doorknobs, roughhousing, minor water damage, moving furniture or mounting hardware from artwork, mirrors, TV mounts, ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." Holes happen, especially in drywall. Sometimes they happen on purpose and sometimes by accident. You ...

The first step of drywall repair, according to HGTV, is to assess the damage. If the drywall damage is limited to a few small nail holes, the damage can likely be remedied with some spackle (also ...

Whether they're intentionally made or not, holes in walls happen. Fortunately for homeowners and renters alike, though, patching small and large holes in drywall is a relatively easy DIY project.

Drywall is a commonly used material in residential construction. And while it’s generally durable, it can be damaged, leaving you with unsightly holes or cracks in your wall. Fortunately, drywall is ...

Small holes and cracks in drywall are common in almost every home at some point. They can be quite annoying to look at, but the good news is that fixing them is incredibly easy and quick. You’ll need ...

Small holes are quick and easy to fix with joint compound and a putty knife. Medium and large holes are more extensive and also require a piece of drywall to use as a patch. Both the prep and ...

Luckily, fixing drywall doesn’t always require professional expertise—just the right tools and some patience. It's easier than you'd think to learn how to repair drywall, do a patch job on holes of ...

If the damage is larger than a coin-sized hole, the repair may require a patch of drywall. (Brett Hondow/Dreamstime) From scuffs to scrapes to gaping holes, drywall damage happens. It’s an ...