Use this guide to learn how to remove drywall anchors with one of four different methods.
This method is often necessary to avoid damaging the wall.
However, do not use excess force, as this could damage the drywall.
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If the anchor still will not come out, then proceed to the next method.
Push the head of the screwdriver into the drywall anchor.
It should fit tight enough that turning the screwdriver also turns the drywall anchor.
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If this is case, proceed to the final method to learn how to recess the drywall anchor.
After the anchor is recessed in the wall, you might proceed with patching the drywall.
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