subject: How To Fix Holes In Your Walls [print this page] Owning or renting a home requires diligent maintenance. Over time, structures wear down and repairs become necessary. It is not always feasible to enlist the help of a professional, especially for small odd jobs that you can carry out yourself. One such repair that is easy for homeowners and renters alike to perform is the filling in of areas that have become exposed - this includes any holes in your walls or areas where wood has worn away due to constant friction. With a little bit of direction and the right products such as a wood filler, repairing your wall has never been easier.
Fixing Holes Made Easy
Wood is a very durable material, but it is susceptible to damage. Whether you damaged the side of the wall when moving heavy furniture or your new puppy has made the molding of your wall into a chew toy, with a little bit of labor you can fix these spots easily. There are a few short steps required when you have found an area that needs repair.
1.Sand Down the Area - The first thing to do is to take coarse sandpaper and sand the area down. This is important because it is necessary to have a smooth working surface in order to begin to apply a bonding agent such as a wood filler. If you fail to sand down the area, the repair is going to look shoddy, even after it has been painted over.
2.Once the area has been sanded down, apply the wood filler according to the directions on the filler of your choice. It is important to follow the manufacturer's directions to avoid any mishaps. Wood filler should be applied slowly and meticulously to avoid spreading it outside of your work area.
3.Let the wood filler dry completely. Once it has dried, sand it down again to create a smooth working surface to paint over. The process of applying the filler may take several applications, depending on how significant the damage is to your wall.
4.Once the application has been successful and you are happy with the results, you can paint over the wood filler agent.
This process may not work on large areas. For larger areas of damage, you are likely better off using the process of applying new sheetrock to the affected area. Using wood filler is meant for small areas that can be fixed inconspicuously.
