How to fill holes in the wall

• Multi-purpose filler
• Filler knife
• Sandpaper or sanding block
• Dust mask
• Repair mesh

Clear out the hole by scraping out debris and using a vacuum cleaner to take out any dust. You’ll want it to be as dust-free as possible to make sure the filler adheres properly.

Apply filler onto a filling knife and scrape it over the hole. Work it into the hole, making sure that the filler is slightly raised from the wall.

Once you’ve filled the hole, allow the filler to dry, checking the manufacturer’s instructions for drying times.

Once completely dry, put on a dust mask and sand the filler back until it’s flush with the wall.

Paint over the filled spot so it blends in with the rest of your wall.

Clear out the hole, scraping out debris and using a vacuum to take out any dust. You’ll want it to be as dust-free as possible to make sure the filler adheres properly.

Cut a piece of repair mesh significantly larger than the hole. You’ll want it to be at least 3 inches wider on each side.

Stick this to the wall, making sure the hole is in the centre.

Smooth the mesh down with a filler knife.

Apply a generous amount of filler to a filling knife and scrape it into the hole, covering the repair patch completely. Make sure the filler is slightly raised above the rest of the wall.

Once the filler is completely dry, use sandpaper or a sanding block to sand it down so it’s smooth with the wall. If any of the mesh becomes visible, you’ll need to apply more filler to cover it up.

Make sure to wear a dust mask when sanding.

Paint over the filled spot so it blends in with the rest of the wall.