Using a putty knife on drywall

Question

Is it okay to use a putty knife to scrape away material on a drywall?

Andrew · Accepted Answer

Better to get Wright tool for job so no damage done

Robert · Answer

Yes and possibly sandpaper surface to. But a scraper is always better as it's got a flatter surface. Hard to tell without seeing what you scrape off, but you might need fill up after you scrape which scraper is better

Ionuta · Answer

Would do the job but not very well, I recommend you using the actual tool

Christopher · Answer

I would use a 5 in 1 painters tool or wide scraper to apply

Jacek · Answer

Unfortunately you cannot scrape as it will damage the plasterboard

Ovidiu David · Answer

While a putty knife is designed for uși garaj wood filler or joint 
Compound its blunt  end makes ideal for scraping paint while reducing tha chance of gouging the surface.
I hope its helpful

David · Answer

Hi yes and no as being a dry wall it is plaster board and you will damage the wall if possible
use sand paper.

Vedat · Answer

I suggest you better use the right tools 🧰 never know

Billy · Answer

You will be a bit too flexible. Better off using a more rigid scraper like a wall paper scraper.

Matt · Answer

A putty knife Is just for putty. You don’t want to chip or dent that knife if you do your get scar lines in your putty. 
Depending on what’s on the boards you could rub down with sandpaper or use a scrapper.

Using a putty knife on drywall

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