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18 lb. Easy Sand 5 Lightweight Setting-Type Joint Compound
- Joint compound for one-day drywall patching and joint finishing
- Lightweight and offers low shrinkage and superior bond
- 5 minute working time
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About This Product
USG Sheetrock Brand Easy Sand 5 Joint Compound is a lightweight, setting-type compound with a 5-minute working time. USG setting-type joint compounds provide faster finishing of drywall interiors, even under slow drying conditions. Rapid chemical hardening and low shrinkage permit same-day finishing and usually next-day decoration. USG Sheetrock Brand Easy Sand 5 Joint Compound features an exceptional bond; virtually unaffected by humidity extremes. It is ideal for laminating double-layer systems, particularly fire-rated assemblies, and for adhering gypsum panels to above-grade concrete surfaces. May also be used for surface texturing and for filling, smoothing and finishing interior above-grade concrete. Note: Setting-type joint compounds should not be used for skim coating due to dryout concerns.
Highlights
- Weigh up to 25% less than conventional weight setting-type joint compounds
- Sands easily; similar to a ready-mixed, all-purpose joint compound
- Unique humidity resistance
- Check-crack resistance in heavy fills
- For interior gypsum panels and exterior gypsum ceiling boards
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- California residentssee Prop 65 WARNINGS
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Specifications
Coverage Area (sq. ft.): 340
Dimensions
Coverage Area (sq. ft.) | 340 |
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Details
Drywall Features | Lightweight |
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Interior/Exterior | Interior |
Product Weight (lb.) | 18 lb |
Returnable | 90-Day |
Set Time (Min.) | 5 |
Questions & Answers
Is it water soluble after drying?
Hi Frank, our USG Sheetrock® Brand Easy Sand™ Joint Compound product is a chemically setting joint compound, so once it has cured it is not water-soluble and will not reconstitute into joint compound when exposed to water. It may soften slightly with prolonged moisture exposure, but it does not re-emulsify like a drying-type compound. Thank you for your inquiry and for your interest in USG products.
Can u reinstall a towel bar on the repaired area
Neil- It depends on the extent of the repair, if the repair occurred over a stud, and the type of anchoring that is being used. It would be best if you locate a stud to attach the towel bar to.
I’m replacing a Sheetrock cutout removed by a plumber from bathroom wall (not exposed to water). Is this the right product to use to fill gaps and cracks when the cutout is put back? If so, can I sand and mud over the repair before painting? Thanks!
Yes, you can use Easy Sand 45 Setting-Type Joint Compound for that repair on the cutout.
Can I use easy sand for an outdoor Hollween project?
Unfortunately, we do not have any recommendations for using Easy Sand Setting-Type Joint Compound in exterior applications. It is intended for interior use and applications.
Can I use this product for skim coating a wood panel wall in a basement bathroom?
We do not have a recommendation for applying any of our joint treatment products (Ready Mix or Setting Type) over wood panel walls for skim coating application. All of our products are intended for use over wallboard applications.
Is this product good for skim coating existing wall with an irregular surface?
HI, thanks for your inquiry. Yes, you can use this product for skim coating over an existing wall. The benefit of using setting type compound is you can apply multiple coats in the same day.
GregT- No, the USG Sheetrock Brand Easy Sand Lightweight Setting Type Joint Compound should not be used for skim coating, if setting-type joint compound dries before it sets, bond failure may result. We recommend using the USG All Purpose Ready Mix Joint Compound. When applying joint compound to an existing wall we also recommend that a mock-up is done prior to starting the job to insure proper bond and appearance of the finial finish.
Can durabond 90 be used to plaster over cement board.
Bill- No, joint compound should not be used to "plaster" directly over cement board. Cement board is a substrate for tile. For Dry Untiled Areas—For small areas where the USG Durock® cement board will not be tiled, such as a board extending beyond the tiled area and abutting another surface, treat joints as follows. Seal USG Durock® cement board with Type 1 ceramic tile adhesive. (Mix four parts adhesive with one part water.) Embed USG Sheetrock® Brand joint tape over joints and treat fasteners with USG Sheetrock® Brand Durabond® setting-type joint compound (45 or 90) applied in conventional manner. Flat trowel USG Sheetrock® Brand setting-type joint compound over board to cover fasteners and fill voids to a smooth surface. Finish joints with at least two coats USG Sheetrock® Brand ready-mixed joint compound. Do not apply ready-mixed or setting-type joint compound over unsealed board
How many sq ft per bag joint compound for the skimcoat
Ljcap- USG does not recommend Sheetrock® Brand Easy Sand™ 45 Setting-Type Joint Compound for thin skim coats.
What is the square foot coverage difference between Easy Sand 90 and regular compound. Thanks
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