answersLogoWhite

0

If by top layer you mean the paper, then re-install drywall on that wall.

User Avatar

Wiki User

15y ago

What else can I help you with?

Related Questions

How can I fix drywall paper that has been damaged or torn?

To fix damaged or torn drywall paper, you can apply a thin layer of joint compound over the damaged area, smooth it out, and then sand it down once it dries. You can then paint over the repaired area to blend it in with the rest of the wall.


What do you do if paint peeled of the wall?

It's a big job, but you can use a putty knife to get the loose paint off then 'rough sand' the rest of the ceiling and paint. Be sure the ceiling is even and if there are any dents from the paint peeling then you'll have to plaster those first, then 'rough sand.'


How to fix drywall that has been damaged?

To fix damaged drywall, start by cutting out the damaged area, then patch it with new drywall and joint compound. Sand and paint the area to match the rest of the wall.


Latex paint off of jeans?

Latex paint, when it dries, may be able to be peeled off provided it hasn't been baked into the fiber.


Once the drywall has been applied it is time to prime why is the compound from the drywall coming off?

Hello! Just a couple of guesses as to why the drywall compound is coming off the drywall while you are attempting to prime: First, is the compound totally cured; that is, is it hard and dry? Second, are you using a primer that is specifically designed for new drywall? Lastly, maybe too much paint, or even overworking the paint could saturate the compound, turning it back into a wet goop.


How can I effectively repair drywall paper that has been damaged?

To effectively repair damaged drywall paper, you can start by cutting away the damaged area, applying a layer of joint compound, and then smoothing it out with a putty knife. Sand the area once it's dry, and then apply a second coat if needed. Finally, prime and paint the repaired area to match the rest of the wall.


How can I repair drywall paper that has been damaged?

To repair damaged drywall paper, you can cut out the damaged section, apply joint compound, and then smooth it out with sandpaper. Finally, you can paint over the repaired area to match the rest of the wall.


Why is the paper wrinkling after you apply texture to your walls?

Either the paper face on the drywall had been damaged or exposed to the layer below or the wall had been previously wallpapered and it became unglued from the moisture in the texturing. New drywall, primed or not, should not wrinkle from exposure to texturing material.


How long has DRYWALL been in existence?

Drywall as we know it has been around since about 1890.


How can I repair a knockdown drywall texture that has been damaged?

To repair a damaged knockdown drywall texture, you can start by scraping off any loose texture, applying a thin layer of joint compound over the damaged area, and then using a knockdown knife to create a new texture that matches the existing one. Sand the area smooth once the compound is dry, and then paint over it to blend it in with the rest of the wall.


Does an apple or banana rot faster outside?

If neither has been peeled/bitten, the banana. If they've been peeled/bitten, the apple.


Do you need rustproofing for car?

All car parts are coated with a layer of a rustproofing paint. A deep scrath could need a new coat as the layer has been breached.