Filling large holes in a wooden door

[Jupiter01]

I purchased Ronseal 2 part filler and applied this today. I’ve left it to set for 24 hours which in hindsight, feels a mistake.

Have I left it too long and will I be able to sand it down in 24 hours?

 

[HERTS P&D]

Yes, it will be fine.

Andy

 

[Jupiter01]

I have been using the Ronseal 2 part filler and it has done a brilliant job with my door. Very pleased and thanks again.
However, it does dry very quickly and hence there is very limited working time - despite using a tiny amount of hardener. This means that I need to be mix new solution on a regular basis...
I particular, my skirtings have some mitres that have a small gap and I need to fill these. Yes, us mere mortals aren't able to achieve the perfect joints! I feel that this requires the substance to be squeezed into the void and in places shaped up. best done with a finger in my experience. This doesn't seem possible with the 2 part filler.

I don't want to use caulk. What do you advise please?

 

[HERTS P&D]

Work faster, and only use in small quantities. Then mix again.

Andy

 

[lostinthelight]

If you know there is going to be a gap, butter the joint with whatever filler you use so when you push together the gap is filled and excess is squeezed out to wipe away.

 

[Jupiter01]

butter the joint with whatever filler you use so when you push together the gap is filled and excess is squeezed

Excellent tip for next time.
Currently I feel that I need a decent wood filler that I can work into these gaps and the 2 part filler doesn’t lend itself to this.

I’d really appreciate recommendations on what may be suited in this situation.

 

[Jupiter01]

Work faster, and only use in small quantities. Then mix again.

When I use this stuff with my hands, it’s an absolute pig to remove. Or is that because I left it too long before I washed my hands...
I am wondering now...

 

[Jupiter01]

Do you guys think it would be okay to spread the 2 part filler with my fingers - into these crevices?
Save me buying another product.

 

[Tigercubrider]

Don't use your hands.
Old credit card, knife, piece of plastic bottle (ideally lengthways)

 

[Jupiter01]

How about insulation tape wrapped around the index finger before I do this? I just think it will be difficult to achieve this with the profile of a skirting especially given the very aggressive drying times