We’ve all been there: You sand a piece of wood, then priming it seems like the next logical step. But after applying primer and sanding again, you notice that there are still some ridges or holes in your project. And this is where things get tricky—does that mean you need to go back and apply … Read more

Wood filler is a material used to fill holes and cracks in wood. It comes in either a dry powder that you mix with water or as a pre-mixed putty. In order for the wood filler to be set properly, you need to add an additional component called hardener, which is typically sold separately from … Read more

Whether you’re a crafty DIYer or a professional contractor, you’ve probably used wood filler at some point in your life. But what happens when that tub of putty dries out before you get to use it? You could find yourself with a big mess on your hands—and no way to fix it! In this post, … Read more

In this post, we’ll look at a few ways you can repair and restore your particle board furniture. We’ll walk you through the different types of fillers and putties that are available, how to use them, and what kind of paint works best for each project. How do you fill holes in particle board? Picking … Read more

The most common use for wood filler is to repair cracks, holes, and other imperfections in your home’s walls, doors, and trim. Many people also use it on furniture and cabinetry to hide dings or scratches. In this article, we’ll address the question of whether or not can wood filler get rained on, as well … Read more

Wood filler is a great way to fix holes, cracks, and chips in wood. It’s easy to use, affordable and readily available at most home improvement stores. But it can be tricky to know how much hardener you need when working with wood filler. And if you don’t mix the two together correctly, you could … Read more