Learn to repair damage around outlets & other wall elements

This video will teach you how to repair the damage created from the drywall installer miss-cutting around the outlet, light switch, cable, internet, or any other wall element.

With Goof Patch you will learn how to make this needed repair instantly regardless of your skill set. Repair can be made in less the 2 minutes.

Patented product is manufactured in the US by Jerry E. Brower and StepSaver Products and can be purchased online at www.stepsavers.com or at www.goofpatch.com Thanks for watching Jerry Brower

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[smoovetipp]

I would never use such a thing. Isn't the major point of sheetrock to protect the structure in the event of a fire? A fire would quickly burn right through that thin membrane patch and spread into the wall. I know such a scenario is rare and unlikely, but cutting corners like this doesn't seem responsible to me. In fact, I bet it's illegal in some places (like apt buildings.)

[stepsavers]

Our wall patch is cosmetic, as is an over sized wall plate. illegal to use...NO!

[smoovetipp]

IRC code 3806.6, NEC code 314.21 state:

No wallboard side gaps >1/8" are allowable around electrical (outlet or switch) boxes.

Your patch is cool looking, but there's logic behind the codes. The best thing to do is to fill that gap with a wallboard patch or a patching compound. To do anything less is like putting a bunch of bondo on a car repair to hide it. It's just not right. I'm sorry to rain on your parade, but public safety trumps convenience in my opinion.

The max setback

[stepsavers]

Please quote the whole code:

NEC 314.21 Repairing Plaster and Drywall or Plasterboard.

Plaster, drywall, or plasterboard surfaces that are broken or incomplete shall be repaired so there will be no gaps or open spaces greater than 3 mm (1/8 in.) at the edge of the box or fitting.

When repaired with our "cool looking" patch, there will be NO gap at the edge of the box. It does not state that the gap needs to be filled with joint compound, or drywall. It simply says no gap over 3mm, 1/8

[freespeachrulez]

@jsblgb65 Come to Michigan, we specialize in it.

[jsblgb65]

Now if we can just get the bodyshops to start putting bumper stickers over rust holes.

[stepsavers]

If you have not noticed; there are over- sized switch and outlet covers that have been for sale for more than 20 years. For those folks who are not interested in having an over-sized cover on their wall, our Goof Patch will easily solve your repair.

Once again we appreciate your review of our video, and recommendation.

[smoovetipp]

Gypsum doesn't burn (readily). It does break down in a fire over time. The paper facing and paint on it may burn off quickly. It functions to block fire spread. That's why 5/8" is required in garages and commercial buildings. They have different fire ratings for each type of panel.

The only thing I endorse is good building practices.

You're probably right that a fire is WAY more likely to be started by bad wiring in a J-box than from in the living space. It is good to discuss this.Thanks

[stepsavers]

Fire? It is the junction box that is UL listed to keep the fire in the box. All other wall material including the drywall is flammable.

I would worry more about the couch you are sitting on, bed spread etc.

Over all it sounds like endorsement.