If the crack becomes more than 1/4 inch wide, simply filling it with patching plaster may not be enough. In this case, use mesh drywall tape and quick-drying drywall mud to give the best chance of ...

No home is complete without a lightweight hammer (or two). Use it to secure nails and fasteners for lighter pieces of art and to tap in wall anchors before drilling for heavier ones. This hammer has 4 ...

The proper method to repair these cracks in the plaster is not unlike finishing drywall seams. Some people recommend widening the crack and then filling it with compound.

In this video, we show you a simple step-by-step guide to repairing cracks above doors. From cleaning the area to filling and ...

The walls and ceiling were cracked during the 1989 quake and poorly patched before we moved in. We had the roof redone this summer, and the banging and hammering seriously recracked the plaster.

2. Repair cracks ASAP To keep your plaster in good shape, you will need to repair any defects as soon as they appear, according to Shapiro. This process is not as easy as filling in drywall cracks.

Celebs Ask Lou: How to repair cracks in walls “House Smarts” host Lou Manfredini answers viewer questions on household repairs, such as how to fix a crack in the wall, and how to cut crown ...

My 10-year-old house developed some cosmetic cracks in the mortar. I got some bids to have tuck-pointing work done and nearly gagged when I looked at the cost. I’m wondering about using a ...