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  This stunning antique drop leaf table is both functional and full of charm, the fold-down edges that make it ideal for smaller spaces while providing extra surface area when needed. Measuring 30”W x 22”D x 24”H, it’s the perfect versatile piece. The top has been beautifully refinished in a rich walnut stain, complemented by a warm white milk-painted base. Light distressing and dark wax enhance its vintage appeal, preserving its timeless character. A lined drawer, finished with elegant damask paper, adds a lovely touch of detail and practicality. Let me share how I achieved this updated look. before
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Wall Stress Crack Repairs


After & Before wall cracks caused by settling.

I would have never thought I'd have stress cracks on my new house, but they happen. It has been over 10 years since we built our house and it was high time I addressed them.

Here is a guide to my process:

1. Scrape off the cracked drywall. I used my handy carbide scraper for this.
2. Fill in the cracked areas using DAP DryDex spackling. It comes in pink and dries white so you can track where it's applied.
3. Apply stress crack tape. (I saw this on an Instagram influencer's page and had to try it)
4. Paint - I used a foam brush to paint the tape our wall color on the first coat.
5. The tape looks much better after a couple of coats.


Three areas needed work, the 2 above are at the stairwell head, one on each side and one in the entry way.


I used my handy carbide scraper to scrape off the cracking drywall.


The entry way wall above after scraping.


The products I am using for this repair are stress crack tape and DAP DryDex spackling. They have other great wall compounds that would work but this is what I have on hand.


DAP DryDex spackling was smoothed into the cracked areas using a metal putty knife in larger areas and a offset metal spatula in small spots.


This product goes on pink and dries white allowing to see where you put it and when indeed it is dry thru.


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DAP DryDex spackling  wet and when dry I sanded the wall smooth with a fine grit sanding block.


 Next step is the stress crack tape


Unroll the amount of tape needed. cut off, peel off the backing as you press firmly to the wall.


applying the stress crack tape video


I painted the tape our wall color using a 2" foam brush for the first coat.


Stress tape recommends using a roller but with such small areas the foam brush worked well.


painting the tape video


The serrated edges of the crack tape are still visible after a couple coats of paint. Being OCD, I needed to fix that.


I feathered more spackling out from the edges and when dry (L), sanded smooth then repainted this time with a 2" angled synthetic brush. (R)


The stairwell head is looking great now.


As is the front entry wall.
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  1. Donna @ Modern on MonticelloApril 21, 2025 2:26 PM

    Thank you for sharing these tips. My house is much older and we need to take care of a few stress cracks - again. This post will be a feature this week. #HomeMattersParty

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