Hi All
I need to patch a plasterboard hole on our bathroom ceiling, due
to water damage from above. I'm seeking advice on the best way to do this.

I'm not yet 100% sure of the exact size (haven't cut back all the plaster
yet) but I'd guess about 600mm by 450mm, ie, more that a joist's width.

I'm wondering if it's feasible to do something like the uk.d-i-y wiki
suggests for small holes:


http://wiki.diyfaq.org.uk/index.php/...g_plasterboard
# Using a bevel edged hole and matching plug


for this rather larger one? ie chamfer the sides on the hole and the new
piece of plasterboard, and glue it in. I go have a multi-tool. but I wonder
about getting the accuracy exact enough for a good fit.

If not, do I have to bite the bullet and fit noggins between the joists to
support the edges of the patch piece and the existing plaster, or is there
another shortcut I might adopt?

Thanks for any pointers

J^n