Sharp sand is added where shrinkage is a problem (roof verges etc). It slumps and is harder to work with and some shrinkage wont be an issue as he'll be able to compact it and thoroughly dampen first.I believe that sharp sand will enable you apply thicker coats.
We'd have some board adhesive on the go and we'd dab in some bits of plasterboard for deeper areas. We'd also point around any existing socket boxes with dab too. Good gear. Strong grab and doesn't shrink much.Need to fill some old sockets with cement, what’s the best way to stop it fall it fal
Sharp sand is added where shrinkage is a problem (roof verges etc). It slumps and is harder to work with and some shrinkage wont be an issue as he'll be able to compact it and thoroughly dampen first.
noThanks, I now understand why it is used on flaunchings.
So if the OP was to use plastering sand, would that make life easier?
You can work it to a smooth hard finish, yes. Its impossible to work with in small amounts or point with.Ahhh.. Google tells me that it is used where the finish needs to be smoother.
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