Tumbleweed
Member
I've been procrastinating on this repair to the wall's edge. The damage occurred when the door was being closed while the deadbolt was not retraced. OK, accidents happen.
I am wondering if this is something a layman can tackle. In the past I've been successful with stucco repairs & texturing, brick-n-mortar border repairs, and pouring concrete mow-strips. I will spend some time learning and practicing before jumping in to the actual project. If this is a more involved repair than I perceive, please let me know.
First, I expect the metal strip needs to be addressed. Should I use a hammer and a piece of wood to drive down the high spots before filling in the low areas ?
Second, Does the existing metal strip need to be wire-brushed and a coat of primer applied, say Rust-Oleum, to address the weathered condition of the strip and inhibit future rusting ?
Third, Should I tack a new section of metal corner strip over the damaged metal strip while filling the depression area ?
Forth, Would FixAll powder patch compound or Oatey Fit-It-Stick (Epoxy Putty in a tube} be a better product than a drywall putty filler ?
Fifth, Would this need a layer of the Drywall Repair 'Mesh' material as a reinforcement over the corner edge ?
Thank you in advance, I appreciate all feedback and recommendations.
I am wondering if this is something a layman can tackle. In the past I've been successful with stucco repairs & texturing, brick-n-mortar border repairs, and pouring concrete mow-strips. I will spend some time learning and practicing before jumping in to the actual project. If this is a more involved repair than I perceive, please let me know.
First, I expect the metal strip needs to be addressed. Should I use a hammer and a piece of wood to drive down the high spots before filling in the low areas ?
Second, Does the existing metal strip need to be wire-brushed and a coat of primer applied, say Rust-Oleum, to address the weathered condition of the strip and inhibit future rusting ?
Third, Should I tack a new section of metal corner strip over the damaged metal strip while filling the depression area ?
Forth, Would FixAll powder patch compound or Oatey Fit-It-Stick (Epoxy Putty in a tube} be a better product than a drywall putty filler ?
Fifth, Would this need a layer of the Drywall Repair 'Mesh' material as a reinforcement over the corner edge ?
Thank you in advance, I appreciate all feedback and recommendations.