I have been contemplating recently about the usage of wood filler and a wall putty. As many wood outright say that the wood filler is the way to go, what attracts most on the wall putty is the versatility to be used on many surfaces and the lower price. As an example a P Y E Wood filler would cost 200+ compared to an R J Wall putty of 80+
Not really being cheap but practical. I asked this because aside from the price, I would like to know about the other pros and cons when the filler and putty are topped with stain or paint.
Re: Wood Filler or Wall Putty
really depends on the project Jarod. if painted, then no issues with any, but when varnished or finished to show the wood, then the wood filler is the only choice. Preferably though same color or stainable so it will not be obvious... :fart1:
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Re: Wood Filler or Wall Putty
I see, I was expecting that this one is not compatible to enamel, acrylic, blah, blah.
I was trying to read the details of the back of each but I don't get any major differences aside from the fact that the wall putty is only available in white and cheaper.
Re: Wood Filler or Wall Putty
I usually use wall putty if im going to duco. It is easier to apply and is easier to sand plus its cheaper when you have to cover large panels. Timber is right, if you are going to stain or varnish then wood filler is better.
I have not experienced any trouble using acrylic, enamels and urethanes on both of these. Although it is advisable to prime before painting.
Re: Wood Filler or Wall Putty
I see, I was expecting that this one is not compatible to enamel, acrylic, blah, blah.
I was trying to read the details of the back of each but I don't get any major differences aside from the fact that the wall putty is only available in white and cheaper.
HI Jarod, Fillers have to follow the material base rule so you dont have to keep on guessing w/c one will work. When using varnish be it Poly or Lacquer etc., You have to use the same base filler otherwise you will notice at times especially during your final sealer and or topcoat stage the filled portion becomes depressed or mounded. The filler reacts more during curing if they have different bases coated on them. Another technique we use is to mix sanding sealer w/ fine sawdust of the same wood material your finishing so the color tone resembles the wood. Just use lacquer sealer for lacquer type finishes. There are color stains you can use to color match your filler mix b4 you apply them. With paints your options are a plentiful and more forgiving.
