2023年8月25日 · Got a cracked concrete basement wall? Fixing it isn't as hard as you might think. Learn a foundation wall repair method with proven results.

2023年5月1日 · Fix the crack in your concrete garage or basement floor yourself by following these step-by-step directions with concrete crack filler.

2024年10月7日 · Water in the basement? Learn how to fix a leaking basement, waterproof basement walls, and dry your foundation for good.

2024年7月2日 · Repair sagging, cracking plaster walls and avoid the mess of demolition. With plaster washers and wide fiberglass mesh, old plaster walls can be made smooth and solid again. Plaster sags from ceilings or bulges from walls when the plaster keys embedded around the wood lath break loose.

2023年12月11日 · You can inject urethane caulk or use an epoxy concrete repair kit to fill the cracks. Make sure the crack is fully dry before applying the fillers. Horizontal cracks on a foundation wall that’s bowing inward require the expertise of a professional, who can suggest the best method for reinforcing the wall.

2023年5月12日 · Mortar joints deteriorate wherever water can soak them—under windows and walls, around chimneys, behind downspouts, at ground level and at any exposed wall top. Repairing eroding and cracked mortar joints is called pointing, repointing or tuckpointing.

2024年2月7日 · Seal cracks in concrete with durable urethane caulk. It'll keep water out and protect your foundation and walks from further cracking and eroding. You can do it in less than a half hour.

2023年9月8日 · Whether your walls are made of plaster or drywall, you can repair the cracks in two steps over a day or two—and get the area ready to sand and paint. Use paper tape; it’s stronger than fiberglass tape for wall repairs.

2024年7月23日 · If the crack is open, fill it first with patching compound. Then follow the instructions on the can to cover the crack with the crack-repair spray. Let it dry and cover it with paint to finish the repair. You'll find crack-repair spray at hardware stores, paint stores or online.

2024年5月17日 · “It depends on the circumstances, but to repair most drywall damage, a few must-haves are in order. These include a spackling knife and trowel, utility knife, drywall jab saw and a sanding block with ample sandpaper,” he says. Read on to find the best DIY wall and ceiling repair tips.