USG SHEETROCK Gypsum Panels - Manual (Page 25)

b. Slip drywall repair clips onto
the edge of the damaged wall.
Position screws about 3/4
Љ in
from the edge and centered
between the tabs. This will line
up the screws with perforations
in the clips. Screw through wall
into each drywall repair clip.
c. Measure and cut new drywall
panel section to fit damaged
area. Screw through new dry-
wall into each drywall repair
clip. Screw into drywall, posi-
tioning screw opposite screw
holding clip and about 3/4
Љ from
edge.
d. Remove tabs from each dry-
wall repair clip. Apply compound
and tape to all four section
sides. Do not overlap tape. Apply
second and third coats of joint
compound, allowing each coat
to harden before applying next
coat and feathering out from
previous coats. Sand and prime
when dry.
5 Torn Gypsum Panel Face Paper
a. Peel and remove loose face
paper.
b. Apply a skim coat of joint
compound with a joint-finishing
knife to damaged area and
feather to get a smooth finish.
Let dry and apply second coat if
necessary. Sand and prime
when dry.
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