I accidentally made a hole in my drywall while trying to remove a nail that was holding up a picture frame. My mom thinks the hole is about 4 inches wide, but she won't let me check with a tape measure, so I'm not sure of the exact size. The hole is in a tight spot between the window and the closet, so I don't think I can use the usual method of cutting out a larger section. I'm looking for advice on how to patch it up properly without making the situation worse.
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Before you get started with any fixes, it’s good to know what material you’re working with. Since you mentioned it's drywall, you can easily patch it up! I’d recommend taking a photo and sharing that to get more tailored advice, but typically you can use spackling paste and a putty knife for a small hole like that.
I’ve seen some pretty good tutorials on patching drywall. If you check out this video starting around the 2:55 mark, it shows you how to use a patch to fix smaller holes. It’s not too complicated! Just make sure to follow the steps for a clean finish.
I totally get the frustration of a messed-up wall. You mentioned your mom is planning to fix it – maybe she has a plan already? Sometimes it's easier if you work together. A quick solution could be using a piece of drywall tape and some compound to smooth it out, but again, it all depends on the specifics.