We all have dents or holes in our walls, and it couldn't be easier to make small repairs yourself.

Tools and Materials
Adhesive mesh tape
Scissors
Spackle knife
Premixed all-purpose joint compound
Mesh sandpaper
Damp rag
Primer

Fixing a Hole in the Wall How-To
1. Pick off any loose paint or drywall around the hole with your fingers.

2. Cut and place a patch of adhesive mesh tape to cover the hole.

3. With a spackle knife, apply a thin coat of premixed all-purpose joint compound, covering a generous area around the tape.

4. Let dry for a couple of hours.

5. Sand with mesh sandpaper.

6. Wipe down with a damp rag.

7. Reapply, if necessary.

8. Prime area before painting.

Resources
All of these supplies are available at hardware stores. This technique was adapted from "Martha Stewart's Homekeeping Handbook."