Pro Tip: Screws don’t countersink well in 1/4-in. drywall, so construction adhesive is a better choice if you’re covering bad surfaces. Tack it in place with a few nails until the adhesive sets.

On the basis that the brackets are fixed to plasterboard, Hussey suggests repairing the damage as follows: first, remove the curtains, unscrew all brackets, and remove any rawlplus and then the ...

Spackling products work well for small holes in drywall. Plaster walls should be repaired with a plaster product. Step 2: Lightweight spackling products are made with sodium silicate and adhesive.

This seals the plasterboard before painting and if used prior to wallpapering it is also claimed to be resistant to subsequent steam wallpaper stripping. (For stockists call 0800 225225 or visit ...

Q–I have a plaster statue that has an arm broken off cleanly at the shoulder. Any ideas on how I can repair it? A–A two-part clear epoxy adhesive will work, but most of these are amber in ...