A crack is continuous though the wall and ceiling.
Fixing cracks in walls and ceilings.
Basically a continuous crack going through the ceiling and the wall.
For small repairs on popcorn ceilings such as hairline cracks in ceiling dab on this stuff.
Start with a light application let it dry and add more if needed.
Ceiling cracks that run across the ceiling to the wall and then downward on the wall.
My living room ceiling has a crack starting at the south side and is two feet short of the opposite wall.
This involves scraping away the loose tape and crumbled bits of drywall mud sanding the surface smooth.
Expert advice and detailed instructions on repairing the most common plaster wall and ceiling problems including cracks holes and sagging.
What causes a ceiling to crack in the first place.
Homes naturally settle as they age which can create crevices in the walls and ceilings typically above doors.
Repairing cracks in walls the best way to repair a crack in drywall is to re tape the joint.
Ceiling cracks accompanied by wall cracks could be the result of the house settling.
This type of crack suggest that there may be a structural issue i e.
For more about how plaster walls are built see plaster wall construction over time these.
Do i need more insulation in the attic.
A foundation issue or framing issue.