How to repair sheetrock ceiling?

So you have found a hole in your sheetrock (specific brand of drywall sheet) ceiling. Let me tell you that you do not need to call a handyman to fix the hole. You can repair it yourself and save a lot of money. All you need to get the ceiling back into good shape is a couple of tools. Let me tell you how to repair sheetrock ceiling:

• Utility knife

• Latex or nitrile gloves

• Paintbrush

• Clean rag

• Drywall sanding sponge

• 4-inch drywall knife

• Paper joint tape

• Interior paint

• Pre-mixed drywall compound

Use a utility knife and carve away any stray pieces of gypsum or surface paper that might be protruding out from the wall surface. You require the damaged area’s borders to be recessed inward or flat before repairing the hole.

Cut off 2 sections of paper joint tape in a way that the tape's length will extend at least two inches beyond all sides of the hole.

Smooth down a joint compound’s thin layer around the damaged area. Apply the joint tape over the damaged area in a cross-shaped pattern, one part over the other. Press the tape down so that it adheres to the surface of the wall completely.

Cover the entire area with the joint compound using a drywall knife carefully. Use some of the joint compounds beyond the hole and smooth it down using the drywall knife.

Let the 1st layer of the joint compound dry. It may take up to 2 or 3 hours. Once the joint compound is solid and dry, use a drywall sanding sponge to sand down any high spots.

Repeat the process one or two times more. Sand between each dried coat until you find a smooth patch over the entire area.

Use a clean rag to wipe away all sanding dust and paint over the patch area. It usually takes 2 coats of paint to cover the patch area adequately, as the joint compound absorbs paint.

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I hope I cleared all your doubts on how to repair sheetrock ceiling.