How to Fill Gaps in Walls - Home Renovation Tips by Paul Ricalde
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- Опубліковано 27 сер 2024
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In this video I mentioned that I fill voids prior to installing granite. I failed to mention that is not the job of the granite installer to do so. I did total renovation work so drywall was an easy part of my job and helped me to make my jobs look better. Granite installers have a hard job with heavy work, their job is to install the granite properly, not to fix walls. Thank you for understanding!
True but it is their job to properly cut the countertop. I am in a nightmare with a company right now because they did not measure correctly
I was really impressed by the door know hole fix. The one you added strength to. Really helped me . Now no more door knob holes . Thanks Joseph
Just got to say I have zero experience. My dad was the DIY person. What I know is more car mechanic related issues. I recently bought a home and I’m now discovering the imperfections and things I want to improve and fix. Due to the pandemic I’ve been watching hundreds of videos on how to do home improvements, how to DIY projects. The only issue is that my Dad who was the handy man passed 6 years so now I have to try and learn this stuff on my own. But watching your videos has been awesome. Better than most. Seems like you will be my go to UA-cam instructor. Haha... I would like to email you to get some advice on what tools you recommend I should buy, what brand, and things like that. Ok I hope to hear back from you
I learned something new today Paul, I before watching your video would have just used some caulk but not I will repair it correctly. Once again I Thank you Paul great video.
Thank you Rob, If the framer would have done a better job on my house I wouldn't have to do these repairs but the I might run out of topics to cover. I guess I should thank him...LOL
Have a good day buddy!
You’re awesome! You’ve saved my butt so many times. I thank you for all you do, Paul. God bless you!
Good morning Paul, you saved yourself my friend. I only provide information but you made the choice to make it a reality. I really appreciate you and commend you for what you've done. I'm heading to work and you just made my day better.
Thaanks and God Bless you and your family!
Paul Ricalde Back at you, brother! Thanks for passing on the great knowledge, then. You have a fabulous, safe day at work. We do it all for the Lord. You’re a great guy and I appreciate all you do! Sincerest regards, Paul.
Exactly the fix I was looking for, thanks for sharing. Good pace on presentation, lots of tips and a well trained dog means you get a subscription good sir!
Excellent tips Paul. Thank you so much.
Hey Ron, thank you for watching my friend! Have a great weekend!
Nice video and I can use this idea. I bet this works well with baseboards that have a gap as well. As a DIYer I’ve gotten pretty good with dry wall work. Nothing like a little practice. I’ve always disliked the call in a baseboard gap from some work we had done during a remodel but I never thought about floating out the wall to eliminate it. Timing is perfect because we are going to do a complete interior repaint. 2 thumbs up Paul!
I like there isn't too much music in your videos. And Elsie is very good dog. "Sit." She stops on a dime. Thank you for your info.
I spend a lot of time with Elsie, She is in adopt a dog and awesome companion. I spend a lot of time with her.Thanks Sufiness!
I've done some textures. Knockdowns and orange peels,. But I like to see how a real pro
Does it. Great videos!
Hey Mike, I'm a jack of all trades but a master of NONE! I really appreciate you watching my friend!
Have a good day!
This, along with your video on patching drywall holes is a real lifesaver. Dr. LeBlanc and I used the hole video to patch the walls on a rental property. I can't wait to use this technique on the bathrooms.
Thanks Andy, How is Eric Diong? I hope he eases up on you!
Always love the show Paul, But Elsie stole the show LOL - Thanks for the tips!
Thanks Pete, I could hang out with Elsie all day everyday!
Paul,
I have been watching your videos for a few months and I have been remodeling a rental that I have and I have used two of your tips, the door knob wall hole fix and this one and I have to say it has been great and it is so easy the way you fix explain things! Keep the videos coming they are great!
Thanks!
That issue is mine exactly! When at about the 6:00 minute mark you mentioned the other textures I subbed! Every wall in AZ seems to be a knockdown.
Thanks so much! All of my kitchen counters have this huge gap and the installers caulked them with clear caulk. It looks terrible. Looks like I have a lot of work to do! Thank you!
Nice job Paul!
Thanks, I really appreciate that and I also want to thank you for watching!
Have a great weekend!
Thanks for including advice about cake frosting in your video! #multitasking 😂
Thank you Mark!! Always good to hear from you buddy. I just got home from work , Iv'e got a full day today. Have a great weekend!
Here is my Drywall Playlist if anyone wants more information. Thanks! ua-cam.com/play/PLn_uqM81nF1U-dwJjDkOpll8V5RK-tV7o.html
Thanks, Paul! This helped me immensely! Just putting in my new countertop and I noticed taking out the old one that the wall is badly bowed in spots. This is perfect! Thank you! I love Zinnser too! I also love your puppy. so cute.
The other option is to dry fit the countertop , scribe a line onto the countertop with a carpenters pencil pressed against the wall to use it as your guide. Then take a belt sander to the line you scribed and the countertop will fit perfect. Easier to sand down the counter a little than it is to build up a wall, sand, prime and paint.
Great tip as usual. Thanks Paul
Thank you Jeffrey, that means a lot to me! Have a great weekend!
Very helpful I’m actually installing a new vanity and sink and have same situation thank you
Great tips Paul. I'll use this one for my baseboard gaps.
Good morning Rob, just be sure you can match your texture before you do it. I always suggest practicing on a piece of scrap drywall or plywood. You can spray it and wipe it off until you perfect it. Have a great day Rob and Thanks!
What is all purpose thing u used? Do you have name for it? Thank you for this useful video❤
Keep featherin’ it, brother
Thanks
I have the same issue with a new countertop I am installing. 1/4 inch gap against wall. I will use mud to build it up. Thanks for the tip.
Good job. Started shaky, but you finished it like a pro.
Hi Simon, yeah it doesn't look to good at first, mainly because of the obstacles like the outlet and light switches. It's much easier when the wall is blank, but it's only joint compound and it's easy to use. If not, it's easy to wipe off as well...LOL!
Have a great day!
I like Big Stretch calk.
Me too Mike, it really comes in handy at times. I remember when caulk wouldn't stretch at all, in fact it would shrink so bad you had to go over it several times to fill any void. The beauty of modern technology.
Thanks!
New subscriber... looking for videos on home improvements/ fixes since I bought an older house that needs some TLC/ updates/ fixes... house is as old as I am...lol kinda crazy🤷🏽♂️
Dammit! Take my sub! too much knowledge and wisdom to pass up here. Just watched about 5 of your videos in a row.
Hi Zach, I can’t tell you how much I appreciate your comment buddy! I am out of town right now filming for The American Builder‘s show and getting ready for a big day tomorrow. I figured I would go to my channel and answer a couple of questions. You made my day better and I really appreciate it. Have a great day!
I love the video!!!! So helpful! You've got urself a new subscriber 🤗
Great videos as always. Keep up the good work. Would love to see a ceiling crack fix. P.s. love the tape measure I got from y’all 👍🏻
Hey Scott, thank you buddy I really appreciate that! I will be remodeling my Master Bedroom soon and I have a couple of cracks to repair. I hope to have time for it soon.
Thanks and have a great weekend!
So happy I found your channel thank you for sharing!
You are an awesome teacher!
Not one close up of the finished line?? Left me hangin pal!
Thanks Paul! Always great work and tips.
Thank you Chad, I really appreciate you!
Have a good day!
I guess maybe separate question- but do you caulk between the tiles and skirting (or floorboards and skirting) within the pantry to prevent ants etc coming in if accidentally drop food etc.?
Hi Paul , with gaps like that , does it mean that the walls are “ out “
I have a few places like this , ☹️ , I love the tip with the flashlight, great video as always Paul 😍😍😍😍
Good morning my friend, this particular problem exists because the stud probably has a large crown in it. Many times you see gaps like this because the corner bead for the drywall may be bulging due to a crown in the stud, this is why metal studs are preferred by many. A good friend of mine has a commercial drywall buisiness and he builds all of his residential projects with metal studs. I have worked with metal studs in the past but I prefer wood only because I grew up using it. I guess i'm more comfortable doing what I know. Have a great day !
Thanks!
You are so AWESOME!!!! What a great video. It came out GREAT!
I feel like I need to try this. Maybe make a video for my channel one day 😳. Your tips are very easy to follow.
As usual great work and thanks for sharing. But ELSIE stole the show!
Good morning Buddy, yeah she has more personality than I will ever have! Elsie is my shadow when I'm home and I enjoy every minute.
Thanks!
I glad you posted this. I got a bath vanity issue with a gap exactly like that.
Paul is not possible to use this material including using sanding to prep to go over vinyl covered wall board?
Great help. Thanks Paul!
Thank you rjs78utube, I really appreciate that!
Paul, Another helpful video great job!
Hi Joe, i't's allways good to hear from you buddy, I hope you have a great day!
Thanks!
can you do a video on repairing drywall cracks over doors. I've done everything from changing the headers(reframing) to patching the cracks 4 different ways, the cracks always come back.
posting on family account.
like these are 2nd floor cracks, while the 1st floor doesn't show any major cracking like the 2nd floor
Stella smith Use utility knife to cut small ‘V’ channel along entire length of crack, then use caulk to fill, then prime and paint.
nice tips, just wish we could have seen the finished work a bit more.
U have to pause it at 11:43
Wondering if the finished product looked like shit and thats why he cut away from it very quickly.
WOW Paul, at least 2 dozen tips that I did not know and I have done a fair amount of drywall and patching. I would have just caulked that gap, and never have thought of doing this!
Thanks, Buddy! It is amazing how there could be a gap in a 24" run, probably a stud in the middle? Oh, yeah the outlets are there, so dead give away. One drywaller actually puts like an inch of water over the top of compound inside the tub, then seals it, then just dumps it out the next time the uses it. I have learned to consult you next time I do anything, this is proof that I don't know everything!
I've never tried that, I'll have to look into it. I usually lay a small walmart bag over the top of my mud and put a small amount of water on top before I store it. I show that in another video that is in my Drywall playlist. Thanks for the new tip buddy, I really appreciate that!
@@paulstoolbox Yeah, so he kept the sides implacably clean, then the water on top oddly does not mix even in the slightest.
No thank YOU!
You are a master, sir
Good morning bigdaddy. I'm a Jack of all trades and a Master of NONE... I really appreciate you buddy!
Have a great weekend!
My job growing up was to spot holidays
Is that joint compound used or different mud
I'm thinking of doing orange peel so that's the video I vote for. Giving a July date in an August video is a bit confusing but maybe your next video will show us how to build a time machine. 😅
I'll get on that video David, I have been swamped lately and I wanted to tell my viewers that I am on air with Brian Gurry The American Builder, maybe I should have waited to see if I'm on for more than 1 episode before I posted it LOL! I need to re -shoot the notification without a date since we are already on . Thanks buddy!
Looks good as always bud
Thank you my friend, have a good night!
I enjoyed seeing your Elsie, thanks.
Who here at 5:15 was saying to themselves “Feather your edges......” 😂
Paul, Lot of great comments 🙂
Try this out.
1- use 20-min Hot Mud. Flip knife over and push mud into crack. If your splash guard ever move, & they do. You won't see a deep crack, if you just floated the surface, as you did.
Using hot mud allows you to float the wall, check for low spots correct them, wet knife the surface for ultra smooth finish.
Return later that day to prime/paint.
Done 😆🙄
Time to play with the dog.
Great video! Helps solve an issue I have with the back wall and a new vanity.
Quick question, just to make sure I understand the process. If you were to pull the countertop away from the wall, there would be a ridge where the patch met the top of the backsplash, correct? It obviously isn’t visible, just curious.
I am just a Schmoe, but if you pulled that 2 ft backsplash away after that repair, yes you would feel that compound if it didn’t partially come on in spots.
Paul is it possible to use this material including using sanding to prep to go over vinyl covered wall board?
Do you have any vids showing how to fix multiple dips in a ceiling? I am trying to install crown molding, in one corner there are two dips that are causing the molding to not seat right. How do I fix this?
Great job Paul 👍
Hi Michael, It's always good to hear from you buddy. How have you been? Thanks for staying with me!
@@paulstoolbox doing good, growing the family and staying busy, hope everything is going well for you and your family
Going well my friend, at the airport in Charleston heading back home to New Orleans. Have s good day buddy!
@@paulstoolbox you too
Interested in how to match textured mobile home ceiling panels - we are moving some fixtures, and the ceiling board used is tough to replicate. Any hints would be truly welcome.
Just curious what you think of wet sanding with a sponge I have a friend that just does that. Just wondering what r the cons with wet sanding
I sometimes wet sand with a grout sponge, it has a rough texture on one side so it cuts the mud a little better than a regular sponge. I use it in another video that is in my drywall playlist. Wet sanding is better when you are working on a remodel because it keeps the dust down. I sand with dry paper on new construction or sometimes on a small patch. Thanks!
Learn how to apply Hot Mud 5-min or 20-min and eliminate sanding. Use a mist of water and knife, comes out very smooth, ready for texture.
Great video! You probably won't see this comment since this was posted a year ago, but, we are installing a new tub with wall surround. Well, when we got the tub in there are gaps between the tub and wall, we just used some thin wood since we were covering it up. How can I fill those gaps so my surround is smooth? Thanks
Good job Brudda, thank you!
So you hand mix and put it back in bucket and power mix it???
Good morning Jodie. No, you mix it in a bucket and whip it up like cake batter. You will notice a huge difference when you whip it up. It gets very creamy and easy to use. You just want to make sure that it is creamy and not thick and lumpy. It doesn’t matter if you handmix or use a mixer, but you don’t have to do both. Sometimes I move it around in the pan just to keep it creamy. I hope this helps, have a great weekend!
hey there - do you have any videos on fill gap next to a vanity ?
i’d like to see how to do texture.
Brilliant tips
Thank you Jigsey's workshop, you have a great intro on your channel my friend!
Have a great weekend!
@@paulstoolboxthanks 😁 ill add some content once my leg is unbroken 😃
Ouch buddy, Please let me know when you do it! I hope you get better soon.
Good stuff Paul!
Hey Greg, I'm heading to meet Mike at the end of the month. I would like to visit you while I am up there. How far are you from Stonecoat?
@@paulstoolbox 4 miles away. we should do a small project for youtube!
Hey brother, I’m in Charleston at the airport. Going back home from s film shoot with Brian Gurry. I’ll be there the last week of August. Would love to do s project together.
How about a gap that starts in the corner about three inches?
Hi Paul, if I use this method in my kitchen on an exterior wall, will the dried mud withstand the expansion and contraction of said wall caused by temperature changes from weather variations?
Sand exterior wall (stucco I guess)with 80 grit. Wash with soap and water. When dry apply exterior stucco repair mix. Can staple mesh onto existing wall and mudd over. Remember to seal after cure time if directions say. Can never hurt either way. You be fine
You should have taped the top of the backslash and mirror frame to keep the puddy off. Makes cleanup easier
I did when I painted but the mud comes off with a wipe of the rag. You are right though, I could have taped it off before starting.
Thanks!
The wall will not be level though, right?
Awesome 👍
Good morning Ronald, thank you for watching !
Have a great day!
Nice use of USG product :)
Thanks Paolo, USG makes great products. I really appreciate you watching!
@@paulstoolbox they really do. Will keep watching if you keep making vids. Keep up the great work
How big was that gap?
Great vid but do you think a large roller would of done a better job. Never seen a wall brushed then rolled before seems like a lot more work to me
Hi Dennis, a large roller is definitely better but my paint supplies are at my moms because I’m am renovating her bathroom. This is a very small area and it only took a few min to cover the patch. I am so busy right now and I wanted to get this video and my bathroom done. You make a good point buddy, thanks for watching!
Reason to use brush then roller.
A micro job as this uses very little product.
Why drench a roller with primer/paint, just to waist most of it when you wash out your roller?
Apply with brush, greater product application control on Micro area. Blend with roller like Paul did.
Key word Micro project.
Otherwise use a roller only😄
Yes there are micro rollers for exactly that type of job. Maybe he didn’t have a paint pan and did the best he could 😀. Still wouldn’t of made a instructional video doing it that way
Hi Dennis, I have my paint pans and rollers at my moms, she is 82, fell and broke her hip so I’m making her home handicap accessible. I gave information on repairing a gap in my wall, not a painting video. I am extremely busy and this was merely a touch up, hardly important enough to spend time retrieving my roller pan that was not needed. Thanks for watching and I hope it helped even a little bit. Have a good day buddy!
Hey I think your taking it way to personal I know it wasn’t a painting video but your were painting in it (incorrectly ) some people watch these vid and think that ok because you were doing it If I were to do a instructional video to show others I would at least have proper tools to show them. I guess your one of those guys that can’t be told anything. It was just Constructive criticism Next time I’ll just leave a smiley face and say great job. Have a great day😀 great job
I think you're on point with your tips however i think this alot of work for a real world application. Caulking is applied for the purpose of filling the gap AND preventing water from running down the top of the splash guard. It needs a seal.
Hi Matthew, you still run a bead of caulk on the top of this but now you run a tiny bead of caulk just for sealing purposes . I know it takes a little longer than running caulk but it looks 100% better. I’ve worked on homes that were inexpensive and I’ve worked on homes that were over a million dollars. The homeowner has to see his or her home every day and eventually it will aggravate them if they are anything like me. This is my bathroom and it was irritating the heck out of me. Maybe it’s just me I’m a little on the obsessive compulsive side but it gave me peace of mind. I never tell anyone that my way is the only way, it is just another option. I really appreciate you washing and commenting! Have a great day and thanks!
@@paulstoolbox I do agree floating the wall out does make it look 10x better. And nothing wrong with being obsessive. Attention to detail is a survival skill in this business. Enjoy your stuff.
Matthew Williams thanks buddy! Have a good night, this old man is done. Big day tomorrow lol!
Great info but not very descriptive on angle(45 degrees) that you pull the knife and when feathering how much pressure you put towards one side or the other so which ever side gets more of a buildup of mud
Good morning Craig, I understand your point but I walk a fine line with my videos. I try to provide as much information as I can without getting too lengthy. Some people tell me that they are too long and others tell me that they need to be more descriptive. I do have a Drywall playlist that covers many basic and skilled tips. I cover those very topics that you mentioned on other videos along with different technics. I can't mention all of them in one video or it would be 2 hours long and no one would watch it. I f you have any questions or concerns, please send me a not @ www.paulstoolbox.com on my contact page, I will do my best to haelp!
Thanks!
Thanks for the reply, i have been in construction for quite a few decades and i love your work and think you are extremely skilled and talented, takes a lot of patience to get the quality work you provide
What if you've got the opposite problem on the wall? Bulges out significantly in the center.
Danny Acevedo , unfortunately you probably need to remove the drywall and fix or replace the stud. I had that problem on my other wall, here is a video. If you don’t have complete access to the entire stud, you can use a belt sander with 40 grit paper to sand down the high spot and replace the Sheetrock. Sorry about that! ua-cam.com/video/z8Q9idPhZmE/v-deo.html
@@paulstoolbox Thanks boss man!
"don't want to go crazy in the box." True story, act like you have been there.
I'll try Cody!
Thanks!
@@paulstoolbox Great video by the way. I always find your content very useful and it has helped me on several of my own projects. Keep up the great work Paul. I appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us.
Can I hire you to come to Virginia? I have about 20 half finished projects around my house. Lol
Hi Fredda, I wish I had the time LOL. If you ever need any advice on projects don't hesitate to ask I'll do my best to answer. The easiest way to contact me is at www.paulstoolbox.com. Have a great weekend!
As a granite counter top installer I can't mud the wall to seal a gap that big. This tip is for the household or the Contractor. My job is to install the counter top, put the back splash in place and fill the gap as clean as possible. I can always use 5 minute dry fast compound to minimize the caulk usage but definitely cant do what you did for is not my place to fix that uneven walls.
Yehoshua D'Galvez , I totally agree with you! I did not work for anybody when I was installing granite, so I could do other things. In my business I did renovation with kitchens and baths so I would install the cabinets and the granite. I wish I would’ve mentioned that it is NOT The granite installers job to fix walls. I will put that in a caption up top because I know some customers may take it wrong.
When I was selling the job or measuring for it I would check the walls myself. If they were very bad and needed addressing, I would mention that to the customer and if it was a small gap I would feel it prior to ordering my granite. I sometimes have small waves and I would ask them if they were putting backsplash on. If they were I would tell them what they need to do or offer to prep it, if not I would fill small void for them because it made my job look better and I did not take me long. I install granite for years and I know how hard it is buddy, I must say I am so glad I don’t do it anymore. Keep up the good work and have a good day. Thanks for watching!
Painters tape over the outlet box......
Oh yes found it
I don't see a bell
Just feather it in
Mess
😆 nope
I watch with the volume off. The music is idiotic.
BTW, A hawk is the only way to go and it is worth it to buy a scoop that fits the shape of the bucket for keeping the sides clean.
I have always stuck with the hawk and troll.. keep a 4 and 1 inch in my pack pocket
@@dirkdiggler5525 thanks for watching and commenting, I understand your point. Using a Hawk and Trowel is definitely faster. The only drawback is that it takes a little practice to get it right. A pan and drywall knife is easier for beginners and many of my followers are DIYers, I also agree on the 4 in one knife, I keep that with me all the time when painting or working with drywall P.S. Fact Base is nothing but an internet troll, he follows every video and gives negative feedback everytime. The jerk subscribed to my channel so he can be one of the first to comment with stupid remarks. Please comment to me and not him. Thanks buddy!
Hahaha
Thanks Steven!
are you a fireman?
Good morning Robin, Yes I am a fireman. I have been on the department for over 20 years and I love it. I just got home this morning and I'm a little tired but was able to sleep a few hours. Have a great weekend and thanks for watching!