$848
- Repairs holes and cracks in dry wall, plaster, wood, and stone
- Drydex spackling is Ideal for both indoor and outdoor projects.
- Applies pink, dries white to show when the surface is paint ready
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Q:How long before you can paint
by|Mar 21, 2023
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Q:Please Stock HS with your Alex Flex! Thanks?
by|Mar 19, 2023
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Q:Is this white?
by|Mar 7, 2023
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Q:Is this considered fast setting joint compound or is it considered all purpose?
by|Mar 4, 2023
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Mar 1, 2023
It cracks
I used it to fill gaps between boards in a board and batten wall and it cracked everywhwre … so frustrating. I was hoping to achieve a seamless look.
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Response from DAPProductExpertMar 4, 2023
Thank you for posting your feedback. We are sorry to see your low star review on DAP Drydex Spackling Paste. Per product packaging and supporting literature "Do not use on floors or as a caulk, sealant or joint filler over cracks and joints where expansion and contraction may occur." Because the gaps in the board and batten wall are prone to movement, the appropriate product to use would be our Dynaflex Ultra Premium Elastomeric Sealant. Should you have any additional questions or require further assistance, please contact DAP’s Technical Customer Service Department at 888-327-8477.
Feb 21, 2023
Easy as pie
I am currently remodeling my laundry room and had a lot of holes and touch ups to base of the walls. I like using this product, starts out pink and then changes color to white when dry.
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Dec 28, 2022
Cover plaster cracking
Did what I wanted it to. A little thick consistency more than I intended.
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Response from DAPProductExpertJan 3, 2023
Thank you for posting your feedback. We are sorry to see your low star review on DP Drydex Spackling. Because you did not provide any details regarding your experience, such as your application conditions, application surfaces, surface preparation or application technique, it is difficult to provide you with a proper reply or any product usage guidance in this format. Should wish to provide these details so that we can better addressed your concern, please feel free to contact DAP’s Technical Customer Service Department at 888-327-8477.
Dec 7, 2022
Dry Dex uses - how we use it.
Dry Dex works great for texturing walls. You can add water to thin to proper consistency. We use our hands in latex gloves to texture, lightly smoothing with a 4” scraper. We let it dry and harden for at least a day. It’s best to use a light coat of paint the first time, and then do a second coat later. Too much paint at one time over the texture can cause the texture to soften and Lose form, if you keep going over it with a heavy brush. It’s great to fill bigger cracks and holes. Color change is useful, but we wait even longer before painting. You may find it easier to use a sheetrock joint compound if your simply taping between sheets of sheetrock and smoothing to a fine finish.
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Oct 25, 2022
It does crack when drying
This compound seems to be good if you are filling small nail or anchor holes. For larger repairs involving mesh tape, you'll need something else.
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Response from DAPProductExpertOct 27, 2022
Thank you for posting your feedback, we're sorry to see your low star review on DAP DryDex Spackling. This product is designed, marketed, and labeled for use on minor cosmetic repairs, such as: nail/screw holes, cracks, etc. (not for large format repairs). For larger repairs, our DryDex Premium Lightweight Joint Compound would be recommended for use in the finishing of gypsum panel joints, nail heads and metal corner beads (thin "skim coating" applications). Should you have any additional questions or require further assistance, please contact DAP’s Technical Customer Service Department at 888-327-8477.
Jul 20, 2022
Best product for holes
Works great ,I have tried other products they never worked this one is great.I applied than sanded
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Jun 13, 2022
OK for patchup jobs. Terrible for taping.
This stuff is OK for filling up small holes and only that. I tried this with drywall tape, multiple times, and the tape would always lift or the compound would crack. I even watered down the compound, and/or wet the tape prior to application and the tape would always lift or cracks would appear - even after multiple layers to cover it up! I redid the same two joints at least 4 times and always got the same results. A different joint compound worked fine on the very first application.
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Response from DAPProductExpertJun 14, 2022
Thank you for posting your feedback. We're sorry to see your low star review on DAP Premium Lightweight Joint Compound. Based on your commentary indicating: "the tape would always lift or the compound would crack.", it would appear that you are describing product that is too dry/thick to properly "wet in" (potentially aged/expired material). At your convenience, please contact DAP’s Technical Customer Service Department at 888-327-8477 so that we can obtain some additional information from you about your experience. When calling in please have the product package available, as we will need to collect product information from it to determine its age.
Jun 11, 2022
Product shrinks tremendously
I don't know how they can claim this product does not shrink. If using it to fill even a screw hole, two applications are necessary.
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Response from DAPProductExpertJun 13, 2022
Thank you for posting your feedback, we're sorry to see your low star review on DAP DryDex Spackling. This product is designed, marketed, and labeled for use on minor cosmetic repairs, such as: nail/screw holes, cracks, etc. (not for large format repairs). When filling deep, but narrow defects (such as a screw/nail hole), the filler must be “packed” into the hole a thin layer at a time, with a drying interval between. The most common cause for the issue you describe as “shrinkage” results from application in excess of the recommended depth. As indicated on the product package label and supporting product literature: "4. One application is usually sufficient for small repairs. For repairs deeper than 1/8”, apply two or more layers allowing spackling to dry between applications. 5. For a smoother finish, dip putty knife in water and lightly smooth spackling. 6. Spackling will change color to white when surface can accept a second application or is ready to be painted or sanded in 1 to 5 hours." Because you did not provide any background regarding your project, application technique or application conditions, it is difficult to provide a more detailed response in this format. Should you wish to provide us with this information, so we can better address your concerns, please contact DAP’s Technical Customer Service Department at 888-327-8477.
May 28, 2022
Be Sure To Check The Bottom Crimp Is Sealed
I went to use the spackling paste and when I squeezed the tube most of the produce came out of the bottom which was not properly crimped. Half a tube went all over my pants and I had to throw the whole thing away. Beware when you squeeze my friends.
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Response from DAPProductExpertMay 31, 2022
Thank you for posting your feedback. We're sorry to see your low star review on DAP DryDex Spackling (Squeeze Tube). Given that the packaging did not perform as designed, the product should be returned to the point of purchase (DAP will issue a credit to the retailer for the returned item) or alternately, the product (with proof of purchase) can be returned directly to DAP for a refund of your purchase price. DAP Products Inc., Attn: TCSV, 2400 Boston Street, Suite #200, Baltimore, MD 21224. Should you have any additional questions or require further assistance, please free to contact DAP’s Technical Customer Service Department at 888-327-8477.
Apr 28, 2022
I use for Art
I use this product to make texture art. I due little paint work and recently learn that this product can be use to make texture painting. Which I am loving it
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