Photo: Merle Henkenius
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There's no easy way to notch a corner stud, so screw a 1x2 cleat to the side of the stud and position it 3/4-inch back from the edge to accommodate the 1x4 backing.
Step 4: Add support for backing (if working close to a corner)
Introduction
Step 1
Cut through drywall to expose studs
Step 2
Notch exposed studs
Step 3
Remove waste wood
Step 4
Add support for backing (if working close to a corner)
Step 5
Fit backing into notches
Step 6
Replace and patch drywall
Step 7
Apply joint compound
Step 8
Install the bars
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Tools List
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Tape measure
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Drywall saw
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Hand saw
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Hammer
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Chisel
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Drill/driver
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Drywall knife
Shopping List
1. 1x4 BLOCKING
One required per towel bar
2. 1X2 CLEAT
required for fastening blocking to corner stud
3. 2-INCH DECKING SCREWS
for attaching the blocking to the studs
4. 1/4-INCH DRYWALL SCREWS
5. PAPER DRYWALL TAPE OR FIBERGLASS MESH TAPE
used to conceal seams around drywall patch
6. DRYWALL JOINT COMPOUND
for finishing drywall patch
7. 150-GRIT ABRASIVE PAPER
used to sand joint compound
8. PRIMER AND PAINT
to match wall
9. TOWEL BARS
see the Product Gallery for options
One required per towel bar
2. 1X2 CLEAT
required for fastening blocking to corner stud
3. 2-INCH DECKING SCREWS
for attaching the blocking to the studs
4. 1/4-INCH DRYWALL SCREWS
5. PAPER DRYWALL TAPE OR FIBERGLASS MESH TAPE
used to conceal seams around drywall patch
6. DRYWALL JOINT COMPOUND
for finishing drywall patch
7. 150-GRIT ABRASIVE PAPER
used to sand joint compound
8. PRIMER AND PAINT
to match wall
9. TOWEL BARS
see the Product Gallery for options
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