Cutting a ceiling hole that's too big for your light might seem like a crisis, but House Digest's carpentry expert, Bob Beacham, explains how to fix it.

As you might have guessed, that work left a few unsightly holes in the walls and ceiling. Luckily, drywall is versatile, so fixing both small and relatively large holes is quick and simple.

To repair a small hole in the drywall, use a putty knife to apply a layer of spackle. Press down firmly while spreading the spackle to ensure it fills the hole completely and covers the surface ...

Q: I had four old electric lights and old wiring removed from my garage, leaving four 18-inch circular holes in the drywall ceiling. What’s the best way to repair these? A: The best bet to fix ...

Ah, something that all of us will face at one time or another, drywall patches. Small and medium holes in drywall are common, whether they're from nail holes, furniture bumps, or doorknob impacts ...

Drywall regularly sustains all kinds of damage, from holes made while hanging shelves and pictures to dings from protruding chair backs and door knobs, but luckily it’s almost as easy to repair ...

How to fix a hole in concrete Now for the heavy duty stuff. A hole in concrete is more likely to appear in an exterior wall, which is fortunate, because it’s a messier job than repairing drywall.

Repairing a hole in drywall is easier than it may seem. Here’s how to fix any small hole in drywall in three quick and easy do-it-yourself steps.