How Do You Repair Smoke Damage To Drywall?
The aftermath of a fire to drywall is often a charred, soot-covered mess, which is why this is a job that is often left to professional fire restoration companies. This is not to say that you cannot repair your drywall yourself, because you can. As long as your drywall has not been extensively damaged it can be repaired, otherwise it will have to be replaced. There are several steps in the process of restoring your drywall from smoke damage, which include cleaning, scraping, sanding, priming and painting. Add 1 gallon of warm water to your bucket and then add 1 tbsp. of trisodium phosphate. Gently stir with a paint stick. Put on protective clothing, rubber gloves that are chemical-resistant and your goggles. Goggles will keep any splatters from getting into your eyes better than safety glasses. Open windows and doors for ventilation. Place dropcloths on the floor in all areas where you will be working. Dip your rag or sponge into cleaning solution and squeeze out the excess solution. W
