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Repairing a Small Hole in Drywall

By Bob Formisano, About.com

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Patch the Hole

OK, this can't be any easier. Measure the hole size you're going to patch, then go to your hardware store and buy the appropriately sized adhesive mesh / metal drywall patch.
A good brand is Compare Prices Wallboard Tools Wall Patch

and it comes in a 4", 6" and 8" patch size (although an 8" is larger than I'd recommend for this patch).

Once you get the patch, just peel and stick.

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