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Parts for Patch Any Damn Hole

Every part and tool from the field guide, with a fit check. Tools have exact part numbers; wear parts are matched by your appliance's model number or the old part. Check the fit before you buy. The field guide is coming soon.

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MATERIALS

USG Sheetrock Plus 3 lightweight all-purpose joint compound

Part no.Plus 3 (ready-mixed)

✓ How to check fitReady-mixed for every thin coat over mesh, the feather and small fills. About 24 h between coats at 70°F / 70% humidity, longer when cool or damp (USG).

Where to buy

United StatesUSG · maker's product page; checked 2026-10-07View at USG — USG Sheetrock Plus 3 lightweight all-purpose joint compound (opens in a new tab)

USG Sheetrock Easy Sand 45 setting-type joint compound (powder)

Part no.Easy Sand 45 · item 384210

✓ How to check fitMixed with water; about 45 minutes working time, sets in 50–65 minutes (USG). Only in the deep part of a hole, 1/8 in or thicker; USG J621 warns thinner may not set or bond, and no thin skim coats.

Where to buy

United StatesUSG · maker's product page; checked 2026-10-07View at USG — USG Sheetrock Easy Sand 45 setting-type joint compound (powder) (opens in a new tab)

Self-adhesive aluminum/mesh repair patch, 6 x 6 in

Part no.FibaTape wall and ceiling repair patch, 6 x 6 in (or equal)

✓ How to check fitMesh alone on firm board, holes up to about 2 in (my practice). Bigger or soft gypsum: backer method.

Where to buy

United StatesSaint-Gobain ADFORS (maker) · maker's product page; checked 2026-10-07View at Saint-Gobain ADFORS (maker) — Self-adhesive aluminum/mesh repair patch, 6 x 6 in (opens in a new tab)

Zinsser GardZ problem surface sealer

Part no.GardZ

✓ How to check fitTorn face paper: seals it so compound won't bubble, then skim (Zinsser). Water-based, dries clear.

Where to buy

United StatesRust-Oleum / Zinsser · maker's product page; checked 2026-10-07View at Rust-Oleum / Zinsser — Zinsser GardZ problem surface sealer (opens in a new tab)

Zinsser B-I-N shellac-base primer

Part no.B-I-N

✓ How to check fitStains only: water stains on a dry ceiling. Shellac-base, solvent-based and flammable: no flames, pilot lights or sparks, window open, fan out (Rust-Oleum TDS).

Where to buy

United StatesRust-Oleum / Zinsser · maker's product page; checked 2026-10-07View at Rust-Oleum / Zinsser — Zinsser B-I-N shellac-base primer (opens in a new tab)

TOOLS TWO KNIVES DO IT ALL

Hyde Black & Silver flexible joint knife, 6 in

Part no.02850

✓ How to check fitFills and first coats.

Where to buy

United StatesHyde Tools · maker's product page; checked 2026-10-07View at Hyde Tools — Hyde Black & Silver flexible joint knife, 6 in (opens in a new tab)

Hyde Black & Silver flexible joint knife, 10 in

Part no.02880

✓ How to check fitWide feather coats on patches.

Where to buy

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United StatesHyde Tools · maker's product page; checked 2026-10-07View at Hyde Tools — Hyde Black & Silver flexible joint knife, 10 in (opens in a new tab)

Fit notes are guidance, not a guarantee. Confirm with your VIN, the old part or the maker's catalogue before you buy. Prices and stores change. Edition 5.0 · 2026-10-07