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DIY Drywall Monstrosity. Advice Needed.

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  • JonathanWilson
    JonathanWilson Posts: 3 Newbie
    edited 1 December 2018 at 7:27PM
    Thank you for your replies. The purple layer is about 2-3mm thicker than the damaged drywall/chalk layer, that's why I'm unsure whether 1400 lining paper would work or if I should skim it.

    I might use some priming filler to seal everything and stop it flaking and then skim it.

    It's a huge relief when some of you don't think this is a big deal and can be fixed. Still, tough little job. Hope that's the wost it gets.
  • JonathanWilson
    JonathanWilson Posts: 3 Newbie
    edited 1 December 2018 at 9:54PM
    I'm English and the girlfriend is American, so that explains my word usage. :beer:

    I think I might PVA it and skim it. Many thanks for your help, and to everyone else.
  • Cornucopia
    Cornucopia Posts: 16,642 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Name Dropper Photogenic
    edited 2 December 2018 at 8:11PM
    The link in post #4 is broken.

    This is the OP's photo...

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    If the plasterboard (sheetrock) is hollow, then yes, it might be better to skim or replace it. If it still feels solid, might get away with relining with paper.
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