Full Tutorial On How To Fix A Drywall Crack Like A Pro

I've seen a dozen of videos for learning how to repair plaster wall/ceiling cracks. This guy is the most experienced by far and his craftsmanship is really on another league. Very impressive.

There is nothing like watching a professional do a job, give his experience for commentary & see the finished product that you know will hold up. Great job & thank you for the lesson.

Notice that he is using a bright light shining at an angle on his repair. This is major important. With the light, you are able to see every detail of the repair. Great video, I'm impressed.

Best video I have seen in regards to technique on applying mud and the WHY they do it that way.

I was in the painting business for 50 years. The one thing I would do differently is to cut out the crack into a V shape so that the plaster or spackling would be sure to fill the crack. I used paper tape but I suppose what was used in this video is better. I once repaired a long crack in a ceiling that had been repaired three times over the years and it always came back, but mine held.

Scott, nice video. I scanned the comments and did not see a response on the "cheesing" over glossy paints. Flat paints are very water permeable, thus not used in "wet" areas. Glossy paints help keep the water from penetrating. When you mud over flat paint you get some drying and setting on the back side locking the mud to the surface. When on glossy paint the area contacting the wall does not dry at all and has not bonded. When you work the top it will break free and you will get the "cheesing" affect. We also see more tiny air bubbles on glossy walls. Best wishes from Az.

Truly an experienced hand, a pleasure to watch someone work who knows exactly what they're doing...

This guy is the REAL DEAL -- great work -- BRAVO!

I also always check for flex in the joint and add screws in the studs which I find is normally needed.

mesh tape has a purpose but it seems a lot of people think it's easier simply because it is self-adhesive. but it's actually 2x thicker than paper tape and makes you use a lot more mud. We used to use mesh tape when building portable buildings where you want to have flexibility, or on reoccurring cracks when using spackling.

I'd never heard of FibaFuse until this video. Thanks for the tip!

Excellent tutorial. I’m new at it and you’re very helpful. I’ll most likely watch it again and maybe again !👌👍🙏

From Holland - enjoyed watching this, loved the skills and the total control on the process.

Good job. Harbor freight hoppers do the job. I enjoy watching how everyone does it a little different. When I first started doing repair wok, I did'nt know what hot mud was. Boy, was it a game changer. In and out on repairs. Made alot of money just doing one repair a day!

I apprentice 45 years ago, Joe D. taught me how to sponge and skim. Well done. I thought I was watching myself work. I have no problem hiring you and know that it was correct.

Great work brother! Easy to sut back and judge negatively. You did way better than I ever could.

Had Scott do some work in my house last year in Katy and he did an awesome job. About to call him for more.

For quick jobs where client is living in the home your working in this approach is absolutely appropriate...no sand no dust

great GREAT tips. good to see a real pro working at his best.

Just the facts, man. Thanks and nice job!