Repairing Holes Through Plaster Walls - Method 2

If there is a large hole through the wall, patching plaster will not stick. Two methods can be used:

Method 2:

1. Cut a piece of metal plaster lath or heavy screen larger than the hole.

2. Fasten one or two wire ties to the lath and insert through the hole.

3. Pull the lath up behind hole and wire to a stick of wood placed across the hole on the front side of the wall.

4. Moisten the edge of the hole and spread a base coat of patching plaster to within 1/8" of the finished surface. Roughen the surface with a stick or nail so the finish coat will stick.

5. After the base layer is dry, remove the stick and clip the wires close to the surface.

6. Trowel on the finish layer being sure it is flush with the wall surface.

7. Let it dry well and then paint.

8. If the patched area is large, apply a coat of sizing before painting.