Which filler should I use?

[SamFisher]

What is the best filler for patching up imperfections in plaster in a new build?

 

[freddiemercurystwin]

Toupret.

 

[SamFisher]

Toupret.

There are a lot - confused which one I should go for.

Will be looking to fill imperfections after sanding down mist coat. The plaster also has a few knocks and dents which need addressing.

 

[freddiemercurystwin]

Toupret Interior Powder Filler 2kg - Screwfix

Order online at Screwfix.com. Offers a one-coat fill and can be filled to any depth. With no need to spot prime, easy to sand and wont flash, grin, shrink or slump. Suitable for internal use and sets in 30-40 minutes. Can be used on new or renovated substrates, either unpainted or painted...

www.screwfix.com

 

[freddiemercurystwin]

Or if mixing is too much hassle then https://www.screwfix.com/p/toupret-ready-mixed-interior-filler-1-5kg/812pp

 

[DiyNutJob]

Depends on what "best" means for you. I use easyfill. I bought a bag of it 20 years ago and still have lots of it. For cracks caused by movement in joints, I use hybride polymer sealant.

 

[SamFisher]

Depends on what "best" means for you. I use easyfill. I bought a bag of it 20 years ago and still have lots of it. For cracks caused by movement in joints, I use hybride polymer sealant.

Which hybrid polymer sealant do you use for cracks?

 

[DiyNutJob]

You can use any. My first experience is with everbuild and sticking with it. EB25 is approved for food prep areas. Hybriflex 480 comes in larger size and cheaper and I used it for windows, floors, and other miscellaneous filling/sealing. Hybrid has much smaller shrinkage than caulk and silicone, and wouldn't rip itself apart like the other 2.

 

[SamFisher]

You can use any. My first experience is with everbuild and sticking with it. EB25 is approved for food prep areas. Hybriflex 480 comes in larger size and cheaper and I used it for windows, floors, and other miscellaneous filling/sealing. Hybrid has much smaller shrinkage than caulk and silicone, and wouldn't rip itself apart like the other 2.

Do you recommend applying sealant between laminate flooring and skirting boards?

 

[DiyNutJob]

Here's a 2 year old hybriflex 480 bead. It hasn't failed.

 

[freddiemercurystwin]

Classy!

 

[jacko555]

whats that stuck on the floor?

 

[freddiemercurystwin]

It's the bit that really lifts it into the 'classy' territory!

 

[jacko555]

For cracks caused by movement in joints, I use hybride polymer sealant.

Got any pics? How does it look post decoration?

I've repaired a few cracks (old house, lathe and plaster) and have dug out a channel deep enough to embed some joining tape, and filled on top. Not had a problem with this method.

Have tried before just digging out the crack and filling, but the hairline crack would return, so use the paper method.

The idea of whacking in sealant sounds easier but is it an invisible repair?

Always keen to learn...

 

[DiyNutJob]

Nothing wrong with some class.