After an accident left a noticeable hole in an internal wall, a Burleigh Waters homeowner wanted it repaired properly, with a finish that blended into the room.
I used my usual two-stage plastering process. I cut the damaged section back neatly, fitted a timber backing support, and put in new plasterboard to rebuild the wall, then applied several coats of plaster compound to get a smooth, level base.
Once it was fully dry, I came back to sand, undercoat and repaint the whole wall so there were no patch lines or flashing. The owner was really happy with how well the new paint blended in.
How I repair a hole in plasterboard
- Cut the damaged area back to a neat square.
- Fit timber backing so the patch has something solid behind it.
- Fix in new plasterboard and tape the joins.
- Apply several thin coats, letting each one dry.
- Sand, undercoat and repaint the full wall so it does not flash.
Need something similar done in Burleigh Waters? I’m Dan, a licensed tradesman and former builder with 35+ years in the building industry, and I do every job myself. See my handyman services in Burleigh Waters, or get a free quote. You can also call Sue on 0435 207 771.
