Using the plasterboard patch supplied, cut
a piece slightly larger than the hole. Using the plasterboard
patch as a template, carefully outline area to be
removed.
2
Punch a hole in each corner with a
screwdriver.
3
Insert a Keyhole say in hole, hold edge of
damaged plasterboard and cut
out.
Installing New Plasterboard
Patch
1
Slip repair Clips supplied onto the
existing wall edge. Use 2 clips for a small patch (10cm
square) and 4 clips for larger patch (15cm x 20cm).
2
IScreq repair clips into the wall minimum
20mm from edge and center between tabs. This will line up the
Screws with the perforations in the clips. Recess all Screw
heads slightly below paper
surface.
3
Place new plasterboard patch in position.
Gently screw into plasterboard opposite repair clip screws,
approx. 20mm from edge.
4
Bend repair clip tabs back and forth until
they break off.
Finishing
1
Tape along joint center with Supa-Weave
plasterboard tape. Do not overlap tape.
2
Using a broad knife, apply first coat of
DIY Total Joint Finish. Spread over joints untl tape is
lightly covered. Clean broad knife edge often.
3
Let joint dry and sand lightly with hand
sander.
4
Apply finishing coat - Cleaning broad knife
edge oftern, spread and taper a thin coat of DIY Total Joint
Finish two or three times the width of the tape. This makes
the repaired area less visible.
5
When thoroughly dry, sand lightly to a
smooth finish with hand sander. (refer to DIY project
sheet no.6 - Jointing and finishing)
6
Paint the repaired area with same colour
wall paint to finish.
How to repair cracks
Preparation
1
Ensure surfaces to be repaired are clean
and dry and free of loose material.
2
Mix DIY Patching Plaster according to
instructions on packing.
Filling the Cracks
1
Using a small broad knife. press DIY
Patching Plaster firmly into wall cracks.
2
Scrape away excess plaster. Allow to set
for 2-3 hours, longer in humid conditions.
3
When first coat has set hard, apply a
second coat if necessary, tapering beyond edges of
cracks.
Finishing
1
Apply finishing coat of DIY Total Joint
Finish. Spread lightly beyond edges of cracks.
2
When thoroughly dry, sand lightly to a
smooth finish with hand sander. (refer to DIY Boral
Plasterboard Project Sheet no. 6 - Jointing and
finishing).
3
Paint the repaired area with same colour
wall paint to finish.
