Fill skirting gaps

[derekphl]

I want to fill the gaps between the skirting and floor. Typically 1-6mm. Caulk does not cut it as it shrinks.

Would Gripfill be a better idea, or some other acrylic filler/sealant?

Thanks in advance......

 

[misterhelpful]

You can use a good quality powdered filler which doesn't shrink or crack and is easy to sand flush. The drawback with this method is that the skirting will obviously expand and contract with differing conditions and possibly cause a crack where the filler meets the timber.

Before filling with anything, you need to be sure that there is not a void behind the skirting as you will end up with all the filler disappearing into it.

In some buildings a small gap can aid airflow so that may be worth considering.


Several quality fillers HERE

 

[derekphl]

This is why I was thinking something along the lines of gripfill, as I don't think it will shrink. Even a powered filler I have seen shrink and will probably need a second layer to finish it off.

There is nothing I can do about the void behind the skirting short of removing it, filling it and putting it back again. But for that I might as well replace all the skirting anyway, so it's a moot point really.

Ideally I'm looking for a flexible, non-shrinking gap filler. But even manufacturers claims about non-shrinkage I take with a pinch of salt.

 

[misterhelpful]

A grab adhesive/filler will never allow you to get the smooth finish you will achieve with a proprietary filler.
I'm not saying you can't try it, but I personally wouldn't expect it to work well.

 

[foxhole]

CT1 claims not to shrink , is both adhesive and filler.