Repairing Large Cracks in Plaster Walls

If the crack is large the wet plaster will not stick, so you will need to buy a roll of patching tape at a paint store.

1. Clean off all loose plaster of oil and debree.
2. Fill the crack with plaster and press the perforated tape into the wet plaster with a wide putty knife.
3. Squeeze out any excess plaster so there will not be a lump in the wall.
4. Let it dry'sand lightly, texture if needed, and paint. 

Here's a couple more patching tips for plaster.

Additional DIY Resources

Books

• Home Maintenance for Dummies
• HandyMa'am (TM): Home Improvement, Decorating, & Maintenance Tips & Projects for You and Your Family
• The Virgin Homeowner : The Essential Guide to Owning, Maintaining, and Surviving Your Home
• New Fix-It-Yourself Manual

Videos

• Common Home Repairs

Tools

• Electric Drills
• Saws
• Rotary & Demo Hammers
• Dust Systems & Vacuums
• RotoZip

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