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My drywall fix didn't need all the fancy gear people push.
I learned to patch holes with basic stuff from my garage. Videos online show ten different tools, but I used an old knife and some mud. It came out smooth after a bit of sanding. Now I laugh when folks say you have to buy special kits for this.
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susanm561mo ago
How big was the hole you fixed? I tried a basic putty knife on a small crack once, but it was hard to get it smooth without special tools. Did you have to thin the mud or use any tricks with the sanding? I always end up buying stuff I probably don't need.
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maxt951mo ago
Was the crack you filled actually wide or just a hairline? Those videos make it seem like you need a pro setup, but honestly, thinning the mud with water lets you spread it smooth with any old knife. I skip sandpaper for a wet sponge on small fixes, less mess and it comes out fine. Special tools are for the big jobs, not every little crack.
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mia_hart901mo ago
Oh man, this is so true. I saw a thing online where a painter said most people mix their mud way too thick. Just add water until it's like soft peanut butter and any cheap knife will lay it down flat. Why do they make it look so hard in the videos? The wet sponge trick is a lifesaver for dust, I do that too. Makes you wonder who really needs all those fancy tools.
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