I recently had my bathroom done and a new light fitting was added. I have a hole left around it where the new light fitting is smaller than the previous one. How do I fill this in please?
Ceiling – How to fill in this hole in the ceiling around pull light
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patching a hole in the ceiling is the same as patching one in the wall (only your arms usually get more tired from being above your head), see this question:
What is the best method to patch a large hole (2-3 inches) in drywall?
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Correct way to do it is as instructed on 'Canada's worst Handyman'
You could use something like this. They come in various sizes and styles, can be painted and are usually held in place with a little glue or drywall screws.
Something like this is much more decorative.
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Best Answer
You call the person who did it, and say "fix it". It would have been an easier job if they moved the switch four inches inwards, and then patched in a section of crown molding.
If it has to stay there - just get a load of mud (that's the American term), and smear it into the gap. It'll look ugly, but better than the big holes you have.