Ideal for filling and repairing cracks and holes in walls and ceilings. Usually a sign of normal settling, shallow cracks seldom indicate problems. A non-shrinking, ultra-light, ready-mixed filler and spackling compound.
Patching ceiling cracks is an essential step in prepping a room for fresh painting. Start by cleaning loose material out of the crack and fill it with joint compound. Stir before use and transfer to a roller tray for easy roller loading. 3. It forms an elastic film that stretches and contracts along with the crack. For best results on smooth ceilings use a short pile (up to 5mm, 3/16). Because the crack is at a junction, it’s always best to use a flexible filler, known as caulk, for filling along this joint. Gives a smooth finish which dries fast and can usually be over painted with emulsion based paint within minutes. Crack-Free Ceilings can be applied by brush – load generously and avoid overspreading. As the caulk is flexible, it is far less likely to crack than an all purpose filler. It works best on hairline cracks, but it's worth a try on wider cracks too.
So why not use caulk on the other ceiling cracks? 4. 6. Apply evenly and avoid overspreading. 7
Solution: Homeowners can fill these commonly occurring hairline cracks with new plaster and repaint the ceiling. Fill any cracks larger than hairline with Polyfilla before applying.
For those pesky recurring cracks, we prescribe Good-Bye Cracks. After curing product can be sanded. 5.