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A Simple Method for Fixing Hairline Dryrvall Gracks
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fix the aack without hauing to replace
the two corner drywall panels?
Dauid MeDowell
via the Internet
The crack probably developed
as the framing lumber
behind the walls dried and
shrank.To fix the crack, you need
to fill it with something that's flexible
enough to expand and contract
as the house continues setding.This
may continue for up to a Year in
some new houses.
You could run a strip of drywall
joint tape over the crack, and then
reapply new drywall compound.
This would be similar to taping
and mudding a seam. But you still
run the risk ofit cracking again.
I prefer an easier fix for hairline
cracks that takes no time at all.
Youll need some paintable sficone
caulk. It's flexible like rubber even
after it dries, so it will move as the
wall does - avoiding future cracking.
Simply apply a single bead just
wide enough to fill the crack.Then
wipe away the excess with your
finger to get a smooth finish. Let
the caulk dry overnight before
priming and painting.
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