How to Repair Plaster Walls | This Old House

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows a newer, faster way to fix cracked, loose plaster walls. (See below for a shopping list and tools.)
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Shopping List for How to Repair Plaster Walls:
plastic drop cloth [], used for protecting wall and floor
painter's tape [], used to hold drop cloth in place
plaster repair rings [] with 1 5/8-inch drywall screws []
spray conditioner [], used to treat plaster holes prior to applying adhesive
plaster adhesive [], used to adhere loose plaster to lath inside walls
sponge [], for wiping up excess conditioner
joint compound [], used to cover cracks and holes in wall
120-grit sandpaper [], used to smooth dried joint compound
primer [] and paint []
Tools for How to Repair Plaster Walls:
drill/driver [], used to drill holes, and drive and remove screws
3/16 inch masonry drill bit [], for boring holes through plaster
wet/dry vacuum []
caulking gun [], used to apply plaster adhesive
6 inch putty knife [], used to apply joint compound
drywall hawk [], for holding joint compound
utility knife [], used to trim adhesive nozzle
paint roller and tray []
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