How I Patched a Drywall Hole With One of My Beauty Products
by
Libby Walker
After a rowdy New Years party left me with a coin-sized hole in my living room wall, I raided my makeup bag for the perfect patch. Here's what I did...
The hole was a bit too big and deep for spackle alone, and I didn't have any mesh or paper tape handy for the patch.
But I did have makeup sponges on hand! Just your run-of-the-mill drugstore variety will work. The whole bag cost about $4.
I trimmed the sponge with scissors so it fit nicely into the drywall hole.
Then I spackled the wall and sanded it smooth. All I need now is a little paint, and my wall will be as good as new.
For more details on this home hack -- plus six more clever ideas -- check out this post: http://www.houselogic.com/home-advice/maintenance-repair/7-home-hacks-make-maintenance-easier/
Want more details about this and other DIY projects? Check out my blog post!
Comments
Join the conversation
2 of 7 comments
-
Make sure its "paintable" caulk.
-
I use old news paper in the hole first. You can use it for any size of hole.
Frequently asked questions
Have a question about this project?