A: Thank you for posting your inquiry. We are not clear as to your inquiry, as you provide no details or context. Should you wish to discuss your experience in more detail, please contact DAP's Technical Customer Service Department at 888-327-8477.
by|Feb 5, 2024
Q:For wood around the garage door that got wet and somewhat soft, after drying it, do I need to apply wood hardener first?
by|Jan 25, 2024
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A: Thank you for posting your inquiry on DAP Plastic Wood All Purpose Wood Filler. The DAP Plastic Wood All-Purpose Wood Filler is specifically designed and recommended for use as a wood repair filler on minor/cosmetic repairs. DAP does not recommend this product or other similar wood filler products we offer for large or deep wood rot repair applications. For these type of more extensive/complex repairs, the use of two component wood repair epoxies and their accessory primers would be recommended.
by|Jan 26, 2024
Q:Can this product be used on pressure treated plywood ?
by|Jan 25, 2024
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A: Thank you for posting your inquiry on DAP Plastic Wood All Purpose Wood Filler. Application to pressure treated wood is possible, however, the wood must be clean, dry, and well-seasoned. Please note that proper seasoning (drying) of pressure treated wood can take several months. Should you have any questions or require further assistance, please contact DAP’s Technical Customer Service Department at 888-327-8477.
by|Jan 25, 2024
Q:Will this product work with pressure treated wood ?
by|Jan 24, 2024
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A: Thank you for posting your inquiry on DAP Plastic Wood All Purpose Wood Filler. Application to pressure treated wood is possible, however, the wood must be clean, dry, and well-seasoned. Please note that proper seasoning (drying) of pressure treated wood can take several months. Should you have any questions or require further assistance, please contact DAP’s Technical Customer Service Department at 888-327-8477.
by|Feb 18, 2024
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Q:Can this be used on white painted base boards for repairs of cracks?
by|Jan 22, 2024
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A: Thank you for posting your inquiry. The DAP Plastic Wood All Purpose Sealant will adhere to painted wood surfaces. As indicated on the product package label and supporting product literature ":Ideal for filling nail holes, gouges, cracks, scratches & imperfections on furniture, woodwork, molding,
cabinets, paneling, plywood, windows, doors and painted surfaces.". Should you have any additional questions or require further assistance, please contact DAP's Technical Customer Service Department at 888-327-8477.
by|Feb 3, 2024
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Q:Can this product be used under fiberglass on a small boat?
by|Dec 28, 2023
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A: Thank you for posting your inquiry. The product is designed for minor cosmetic repairs, such as: nail/screw holes, cracks, knot holes, etc. DAP does not recommend this product for fiberglass or for marine applications. Should you have any additional questions or wish to discuss this, please feel free to contact DAP’s Technical Customer Service Department
by|Feb 18, 2024
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Q:Is this wood filler food safe?
by|Nov 27, 2023
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A: Thank you for posting your inquiry on DAP Plastic Wood All Purpose Wood Filler. The DAP Plastic Wood (all versions) are not considered "food safe" products. Should you have any additional questions or require further assistance, please contact DAP’s Technical Customer Service Department at 888-327-8477.
by|Nov 27, 2023
Q:Does this dry out easily? As in would I be able use this after a year or would I be throwing this out in 2 weeks because it dried up ?
by|Nov 26, 2023
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A: Thank you for posting your inquiry on DAP Plastic Wood All Purpose Wood Filler. When properly stored, DAP Plastic Wood (all versions) have a 12-month shelf life (from the date of manufacture). While it is typical for opened/used product (properly sealed/stored) to be usable for several weeks from first use, once opened/used, shelf life (for reuse) cannot be guaranteed. Should you have additional question or required further assistance, please feel free to contact DAP’s Technical Customer Service Department at 888-327-8477.
by|Nov 27, 2023
Q:does this filler take stain
by|Oct 27, 2023
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A: Thank you for posting your inquiry on DAP Plastic Wood All Purpose Wood Filler. As indicated on the product package label and supporting product literature: As indicated on the product package label and supporting product literature: "2. Match wood filler color to finished wood. Test wood filler, stain and finish combination on a small area first to ensure desired stain color. 3. If wood is to be stained, stain before filling with wood filler. Then use stain to develop desired final finish. Please follow stain manufacturer’s instructions for application." Should you have any questions or require further assistance, please feel free to contact DAP’s Technical Customer Service Department at 888-327-8477.
by|Jan 16, 2024
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Q:Can this be used to fill very shallow, thin cracks (about 0.25mm across), or is it too thick?
by|Oct 16, 2023
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A: Thank you for posting your inquiry on DAP Plastic Wood All Purpose Wood Filler. The DAP Plastic Wood All Purpose Wood Filler is formulated to apply as a thick/heavy bodied paste. Application into a very shallow depth would not be recommended. Should you have any additional questions or require assistance, please contact DAP’s Technical Customer Service Department at 888-327-8477.