Patches and fillers are great for quick DIY home repairs, but they’re also essential for surface prep prior to painting. Spackling is a versatile patching compound that is ideal for fixing dents, scratches, creases, nail holes, and other imperfections in a variety of surfaces. It’s also moisture-resistant and suitable for high-humidity applications in kitchens and bathrooms. You can also find drywall patch that is specially formulated for drywall repair and sheetrock repair. It dries fast and can be painted to seamlessly blend in with your home décor. Plaster of Paris is ideal for patching up unsightly holes on plaster walls. It provides a dense, durable finish and can be painted over with any oil or latex-based paint.
Removing multiple layers of paint, varnish, or shellac from wood can also reveal many defects. A good wood putty will patch them up before refinishing. A wood hardener can hide hairline scratches and harden and revitalize any rotted or weakened wood. Exterior fillers are also available to fill holes and cracks in your outdoor surfaces. These compounds are weatherproof and mould & mildew resistant and can be used as metal patches, PVC patches, concrete patches, and more.
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