Very basic DIY question! (filling holes)

OCdude · 7 Apr 2009 at 09:36

I'm getting bored of using polyfilla and rubbing it all down, would I be able to get away with plugging holes (where pictures used to be hanging) with this:

http://www.screwfix.com/prods/45442...l;jsessionid=0R0EF3C04UG5ACSTHZOSFFA?ts=93183

Or is that a bad idea?

Thanks!

Cuchulain · 7 Apr 2009 at 09:39

It probably won't stay stuck into the wall.

Furton · 7 Apr 2009 at 09:40

If it's a small screw hole then yes, but it might still need sandig down afterwards.

The Dread Pirate · 7 Apr 2009 at 09:45

Gaffa Tape + Paint = Win!

OCdude · 7 Apr 2009 at 10:15

lol

Well they're normal sized screw holes really (with the rawl plugs still in) - oh and it's dry wall.. if that makes any difference!

greywolf · 7 Apr 2009 at 10:29

It would work with the stuff you linked to, although polyfilla is stronger. Also if your going to paint the wall polyfilla and then rubbing it all down will give you the better finish.

swinnie · 7 Apr 2009 at 10:38

The best way I've been shown by my old man is to fill it and pack it as tight as you can with a filling knife. Then just before it goes off, get a damn sponge and wipe it down - no dust, no mess.

Important thing is when wiping it down is to use circular motions - gets the best finish.

singist · 7 Apr 2009 at 10:46

It'll do but I can't see what the problem is; if you want a good finish ...... remove the plugs and properly fill with a decent filler, then rub down when dry, hardly rocket surgery.

OCdude · 7 Apr 2009 at 10:53

Hmm okay, i'll stick with normal polyfilla then I think.. just thought their might be a quicker way, seeing as i've got loads of holes to fill

I'll give the sponge thing a try.

ZXSpectrum · 7 Apr 2009 at 10:59

You can use that stuff pretty mich anywhere with small holes. I have used it on doors where the handles have been replaced then just painted gloss over and it did a great job...

swinnie · 7 Apr 2009 at 11:06

If its doors use Decorators Caulk, smooth over with finger. Prime over the top. Then gloss.

Walls, always filler.