Good Morning All,

I am looking for video or step-by-step directions for patching a large
hole in drywall where there is an electric outlet involved in the
patch.

I have found video for patching the drywall by cutting out the patch
to the two closest studs and cutting the patch so that you can attach
it using the studs.

I'm not sure how to adapt for the electric outlet.


Any help is appreciated.

Thanks.

G

genoMU69 | 2009-08-26 | 10:15:52 AM wrote:

I am looking for video or step-by-step directions for patching a large
hole in drywall where there is an electric outlet involved in the
patch.

I have found video for patching the drywall by cutting out the patch
to the two closest studs and cutting the patch so that you can attach
it using the studs.

I'm not sure how to adapt for the electric outlet.

You'll have to give us some idea of the layout that's causing you a
problem. Since junction boxes are attached to studs, I'll make some
assumptions and tell you how I'd solve the problem.

1. Cut back the existing drywall to make a nice rectangular opening
around the damage. Cut half-way across the studs. Use a razor knife to
cut the surface first so you get clean edges.

2. Measure and cut a piece of drywall to fit in the opening at tightly
as possible without having to pound it in. You'll have to measure
carefully to cut the hole for the J-box.

3. There'll be a narrow strip on the outside edge of the J-box, on top
of the stud. You can cut that off and put it on separately, or you can
leave it as part of the larger piece. I would cut it off, then hide the
joint with mud.

4. Use drywall screws to attach the large patch to the studs. Use
construction adhesive to attach the little piece by the J-box--screws
would just shatter it.

5. Follow your video instructions to tape, bed, texture, and paint.



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Steve Bell
New Life Home Improvement
Arlington, TX USA