Spackling (simple job)

[Rofaj]

I have replaced the fridge-freezer in the kitchen. Here's how it looked after we removed the overhead cabinet.



My plan is as follows:

1. Buy plaster.
2. Mix the plaster with water in a bucket.
3. Moisten the wall a little with a wet sponge.
4. Apply with a putty knife.

Questions:
1. Is this an OK plan?
2. Which plaster can you recommend? Some say it's only for small holes and not to be used over wood. Here I think there are wooden walls.

 

[lunnabo]

Unscrew the electrical outlet first.
You'll have easier access with the wide putty knife and reduce the risk of getting damp mortar in it.
It might be a good idea to remove the fuse as well...

 

[Trafikverket1]

I have good experience with Bostik filler v28 but probably any gypsum mortar will work.

 

[cpalm]

Sounds like an excellent plan. I would use regular plaster mix/render that you can buy cheaply in a bag at the building supplies store.

 

[Dublin]

I like casco wallfiller, but there is probably no significant difference between different brands, plaster is not a unique product directly.
When repairing such deep damages, it's easiest to do it in two rounds and let it dry in between.

 

[ZipLock]

Use a spray bottle to moisten the vännen.

 

[Rofaj]

If I moisturize first and then apply putty and let it dry, should I also moisten the putty a little for the next round of putty?