Wood filler is a material you can use to repair holes or cracks in wood. It’s different from plaster, which is meant for interior use only and doesn’t take well to moisture exposure. You can find wood filler at most home improvement stores, but it may be off-limits if you’re working with an older home … Read more

Spackle, also known as drywall putty and DRYDEX, is a plaster-based compound that’s used to fill holes and cracks in drywall. It comes in several different varieties—some that are better for filling large holes (such as MAX Spackle) and some that work best on smaller gaps (like MAX Bond). Wood filler is a type of … Read more

If you’ve ever tried to fill a hole in wood and wondered if you should prime it first, this post is for you. We’ll talk about what primers are, which ones are best for bare wood, and how to apply them so that your filling job goes smoothly. Do you prime wood before filling? As … Read more

Wood filler is a great way to fill gaps in wood, but it can be hard to know when you need to seal it. Can you seal wood filler? Do I need to prime over wood filler? What’s the best way to seal my wood putty? These are all questions that I’ve had myself, and … Read more

Wood filler is a great way to fix up holes and cracks in furniture, trim, and walls. But what happens if you try to stain it? Can you put the wood filler on your project and then stain it like normal? The answer is a resounding “Yes!” but there are a few things you need … Read more

One of the most common questions that I get asked is, “How do you cover fillers in wood?” The simple answer is, “You can’t.” The reason for this is that wood filler is a different material than regular wood. It’s not actually part of the wood, but rather something that sits on top of it. … Read more

Let’s be honest: wood filler is a necessary evil. You can’t avoid this stuff if you’re doing even simple woodworking projects, but that doesn’t mean you have to live with it forever. The question I’ve heard most often is whether or not you can stain over wood filler. Well, my friends, the answer is yes… … Read more

Wood filler is a great way to repair holes and other small imperfections in your wood floor. But it can be a little tricky to make sure that the repair looks natural. This guide will teach you what tools and materials you need to achieve a seamless, professional-looking outcome. How do you make natural wood … Read more

Have you ever stained your wood and been surprised to see the filler showing through? If so, you’re not alone. Whether it’s a dark stain or just a little bit of color on top of the wood, sometimes you can see the filler underneath. In fact, I’ve seen this happen to my own projects! So … Read more

If you’ve ever filled a hole in your wall or tried to repair some damage on your floor, you probably have a question about the drying time of wood filler. You might be wondering why it’s taking so long for that putty to dry and harden. You might even be thinking about using a hair … Read more