Dear James: There are lots of nail pops on our drywall joints. When we have our new room addition drywalled, what should be done differently to avoid this? —Mandee L. Dear Mandee: Even after you try ...

Learn how to repair drywall holes step by step, from tiny nail pops to doorknob gashes. Real techniques, drying times, and mistakes to avoid.

Dear James: My house seems to be well-built, but the heads on the drywall nails are popping out and they look terrible. How can I fix them and avoid them in a new room addition I am planning? — Rick H ...

Are you renting an apartment and trying to fix those nail holes in the drywall to get your deposit back? Did someone in your home accidentally put a hole in the wall? Whatever the case may be, whether ...

Q: I have been planning to paint a bedroom for several months now, but I’ve spotted a problem. Various dimples are popping up on the walls. I have tried to repair them by putting spackle in there, but ...

Jeff Somers is a freelancer who has been writing about writing, books, personal finance, and home maintenance since 2012. When not writing, Jeff spends his free time fixing up his old house. He has ...

Dear Mandee: Even after you try to fix the nail pops yourself with spackling compound and paint, the repaired spots will still be apparent. For this reason, it is extremely important to take steps ...

NEWS – No more using your finger or a putty knife with paste to fix nail or screw holes in your drywall when you use the QuickFill Drywall Repair Kit. This kit includes a tool that looks like a caulk ...

Nail holes are one of the easiest drywall repairs homeowners can tackle themselves. With a little spackle, light sanding and a careful paint touch-up, you can confidently hang artwork and decorate ...

Dear James: My house seems to be well-built, but the heads on the drywall nails are popping out and they look terrible. How can I fix them and avoid them in a new room addition I am planning? — Rick H ...