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4.5 gal. Plus 3 Ready-Mixed Joint Compound

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  • Lightweight joint compound for all drywall finishing steps
  • Weighs up to 25% less than conventional weight joint compounds
  • Applies and sands easily with less shrinkage
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About This Product

Weighing up to 25% less than conventional weight compounds, USG Sheetrock Brand Plus 3 Joint Compound is ideal for repairing cracks on drywall and plaster, embedding USG Sheetrock Brand Paper Joint Tape, and applying drywall filling and finishing coats. May also be used for covering fasteners, USG Sheetrock Brand Corner Bead and Trim, skim coating drywall surfaces, and hand-applying simple textures. Requiring less coats over fasteners and bead, it eliminates the need for taping and topping compounds.USG ready-mixed joint compounds are preferred for consistently high-quality work. Superior formulations are premixed to a creamy, smooth consistency and are essentially free of crater-causing air bubbles. They can be used in hand or machine-tool applications and offer excellent slip, bond, and easy workability.

Highlights

  • Pre-mixed compound for minimal mixing, thinning, and retendering
  • Minimizes coats over fasteners and bead
  • Bonds like a taping compound
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Product Information

Internet # 100321602

Model # 381466

Store SKU # 950254

Store SO SKU #1002698033

Specifications

Coverage Area (sq. ft.): 500

Dimensions

Coverage Area (sq. ft.)

500

Details

Container Size

4.5 gal.

Drying Time (hours)

24

Drywall Features

Lightweight

Interior/Exterior

Interior

Questions & Answers

What do I use to smooth out the wall after wall paper removal but before primer
ByJul 20, 2026
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Brenda- After the wallpaper and paste residue has been removed from the wall, either All Purpose (Green Lid) or the Plus 3 (Blue Lid) joint compound can be used.

By|Jul 21, 2026


    Can this be used for knockdown texture?
    ByJun 2, 2026
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    Thank you for your inquiry. USG SHEETROCK® BRAND PLUS 3® JOINT COMPOUND can be used for hand-applying simple textures. It cannot be spray applied. We offer Sheetrock® brand tuf-tex® wall and ceiling texture which is an unaggregated texture coating designed for a variety of texture patterns from bold spatter/knock down to light orange peel.

    By|Jun 4, 2026


      What is the best compound to use on drywall & brick in the bathroom?
      ByMay 4, 2026
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      Sheila Thank you for your inquiry. Sheetrock Easy Sand Setting-Type Joint compound is recommended for use in bathrooms.

      By|May 4, 2026


        How long does this joint compound take to dry?
        ByApr 28, 2026
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        Jimmy- The typical dry time is somewhere between 6-24 hours. Depending on the scope of the project and factors such as the room temperature, relative humidity, and air flow in the space, the Plus 3 Ready Mix Joint Compound can dry in as low as a few hours or up to 2 days.

        By|Jun 2, 2026


          How much does plus 3 drywall mud weigh?
          ByFeb 15, 2026
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          JRS55- The weight can vary by location but the average ranges between 40-45 lbs.

          By|Feb 16, 2026


            Can clean drywall compound dust from sanding be mixed with water and reused?
            ByJan 15, 2026
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            Thank you for your inquiry. No Hardened joint compound cannot be retempered.

            By|Jan 15, 2026


              Can you use this as a skim coat on concrete ceiling?
              ByJan 13, 2026
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              Richard Thank you for your inquiry. We recommend using USG Sheetrock® Brand Cover Coat® Compound which is a premium grade product designed for filling and smoothing monolithic interior concrete ceilings and columns located above grade. Hope thhis helps.

              By|Jan 13, 2026


                Can I use this product on exterior patio ceiling
                ByDec 27, 2025
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                John- Thank you for considering the USG Plus 3 Joint Compound for your project. The Plus 3 Joint Compound is an interior finishing product and should not be used in exterior applications. We would recommend the USG Easy Sand or USG Durabond Setting Type Joint Compounds for exterior ceiling, and protected soffit applications.

                By|Dec 29, 2025


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                  4.6 out of 5

                  • 4.6 out of 1,649 reviews
                  • 94% recommend this product
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                  Great for new installations or patch work. I like that this mud sands very easily.
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                  I purchased this USG Sheetrock Plus 3 Joint Compound from Home Depot for a home remodeling project, and it exceeded my expectations. The pre-mixed formula has a very creamy, smooth consistency right out of the bucket that glides easily onto the drywall panels. Because it is up to 25% lighter than conventional compounds, handling it on a hawk and trowel is much less fatiguing during a long day of work. What stands out the most is how well it performs during the finishing stages: Minimal Shrinkage: It shrinks noticeably less than standard all-purpose mud, meaning it requires fewer coats over fasteners, corner beads, and trim.Exceptional Sanding: Once fully dry, it sands down with absolute ease and leaves a beautiful, crater-free, professional surface that is ready for primer.The 4.5-gallon capacity is the perfect size to tackle large rooms or multi-stage repairs. I highly recommend it for both DIYers and professionals looking to save time and effort.
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                  This mud worked very well, it was easy to apply and did the job I expected it to do!
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                  Small selection of brands offered but definitely works. Applies smoothly.
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                  Mud has black in and dyed out
                  Ever since you went to the black buckets there's black plastic in the drywall mud and it's crusty and it sucks to work with
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                    Worked great but less then a year the mud molded
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                      Yes. Very useful and easy to apply. Helped my job go smoothly .
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                      Dust drops straight down when sanding and doesn’t fog a whole room up and sands easily
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                      A DIY Artist Dream Product
                      For a DIY PROJECT person it's perfect. The biggest selling point is the convenience factor of not having to mix and eliminating the need of having a bucket and mixing tools. I've used it to create a textured plaster wall as well as to up cycle old vases into pottery pieces. So far everything has bonded well with no cracking.
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