Patching Compound For Bathroom Ceiling

Step 5 apply two more coats of joint compound allowing it to dry completely in between coats.

Patching compound for bathroom ceiling.

Item 1915303 model 59190. Opt for a quick setting patching compound and apply it in a thin even layer with a putty or. Attach a patch piece to the cleats. Joint compound formulations include lightweight designed for easy application to drywall seams and setting compound ideal for small patching jobs because it dries more quickly.

Apply a second and third coat of the compound over repairs then sand until smooth. Place mesh tape over the patch piece and spread joint compound. Then spray on two to three light coats of good bye cracks. The film isn t sandable so a smooth even coat is critical practice on a scrap of cardboard first.

Clean with a damp rag to remove dust prime and paint the ceiling to match. Apply a coat of joint compound to the edges using a 6 inch drywall knife. Use a 6 inch drywall taping knife to spread drywall joint compound across the patch and tape to create a smooth flat surface. Run strips of self adhesive fiberglass drywall tape around the patch centering the tape on the seams.

Let the compound dry overnight and then sand until smooth. Embed fiberglass mesh drywall tape in the wet compound scrape off the excess and allow it to dry for at least eight hours. The solution is to make a dent over the hole and then fill the dent. Make a dent for the patching compound when you remove a nail drywall anchor or picture hanger there is usually a little ridge of old paint or drywall sticking out that s hard to cover with patching material.

Then use it to press the tape into the wet compound as shown. Repeat with a second coat. To create a smooth surface for repainting use patching compound to even out the walls and ceiling.