Walls and Ceilings - Textured ceiling repair

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ozark
08-27-02, 05:23 PM
I have a small laundry room in which I recently had to cut two holes in the ceiling - one maybe 6"x6", and another 12"x18" to repair two separate plumbing leaks. This ceiling is textured, something I've never done.

I could cut out the holes to install sheet rock across the crossbeams, but I doubt I could ever match the texture.

Should I resign myself to the inevitable, and remove the entire ceiling (4'+ x 8')?

Thanks,
Mike

Mike Swearingen
08-27-02, 06:56 PM
Not necessarily.
If it is popcorn type ceiling texture, you can buy matching texture repair stuff in a spray can.
If it is sponged or brush swirled, you can practice duplicating it on pieces of cardboard until you can closely match it.
Give it a shot.
Good Luck!
Mike
Melmcbth
09-05-02, 10:49 PM
Been there, done that..
Mike is right
good luck and remember, it wasn't your spouse (or kids, or dog) that hit your thumb with the hammer!
mel