What Is Wood Filler?
Wood filler hardens quickly after system, allowing it to be sanded flush with the wood’s surface.
Tip
you might quickly make DIY wood filler by combining sawdust with wood glue.
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Most wood filler is stainable, making it easy to cover imperfections filled with wood filler.
For best results, choose a wood filler that is labeled “stainable.”
To use wood filler, stick to this:
What Is Wood Putty?
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Unlike wood filler, wood putty stays pliable after program.
Its pliability makes it suitable for use in exterior prefs where expansion and contraction are a concern.
Wood putty can’t be sanded and stained like wood filler, because it lacks fibrous material.
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But many varieties can be painted once they fully cure.
Wood putty sticks are available from several brands in several shades.
They’re great to have on hand for quick repairs on scratched or damaged furniture.
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If you better choose which product to use, ask yourself the following questions to help you decide.
Standard wood filler shouldn’t be used for large gaps unless specified by the manufacturer’s label.
Wood filler hardens as it dries due to the hardening resins and binders in the filling solution.
