Customer Reviews for DAP DryDex 128 oz. Dry Time Indicator Spackling Paste

Thank you for posting your feedback. We are sorry to see your low star review on DAP Drydex Spackling Paste. Paint "flashing" can occur when the patch is painted prematurely (not fully surface skinned/surface dried), where lower quality/ insufficient paint film thickness has been applied. Of note, the "sheen" that that you appear to be describing may not be "flashing", rather, it may be an artifact of applying a paint to a surface (the patching compound), which is likely smoother than the surround surfaces (previously flat painted surfaces. This issue as described, is almost always able to be corrected with the application of a second coat of paint. Should you have any additional questions, require further assistance, or wish to discuss this in more detail, please contact DAP’s Technical Customer Service Department at 888-327-8477.

Thank you for posting your feedback. We are sorry to see your low star review on DAP Drydex Spackling Paste. DAP DryDex is designed, marketed, labeled, and recommended for minor cosmetic repairs, such as: cracks, dents, dings, holes and similar cosmetic defects. As indicated on the product package label and supporting product literature: "DO NOT USE AS A SKIM COAT." (thin/resurfacing repairs). For this type of repair project, we would recommend the use of a more traditional joint compound such as DAP Premium Lightweight Joint Compound. Should you have any additional questions, require further assistance or would like to discuss other product options, please contact DAP’s Technical Customer Service Department at 888-327-8477.

Thank you for posting your feedback. We are sorry to see your low star review on DAP Drydex Spackling Paste. Because you did not provide any background on your application technique, application conditions, por project background, it is difficult to provide a proper response. 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 and so that we can provide you with additional usage guidance.

Thank you for posting your feedback on DAP Drydex Spackling Paste. As is the case with latex based fillers, volume loss will occur as the product dries/water evaporates. Because you did not provide any details regarding your experience, such as your application conditions, application surfaces/intended use or the depth/volume of fill, it is difficult to provide you with a proper reply or any product usage guidance. Should you wish to provide this information, please contact DAP’s Technical Customer Service Department at 888-327-8477 so that we can obtain some offer some additional application/finishing guidance.

Thank you for posting your feedback. We are sorry to see your low star review on DAP Drydex Lightweight Joint Compound. This product is designed and intended for use in the finishing of gypsum panel joints, nail heads and metal corner beads (thin "skim coating" applications). As this is a water-based formula, the sole drying mechanism is the evaporation of water. Dry time can be significantly impacted by cool or humid application conditions, moisture in the application surfaces or by thick (deep) applications of the product. For applications where deeper/thicker filling is required, the use of a heavier bodied spackling compound such as ALEX PLUS Spackling, would likely be a better solution. At your convenience, please contact DAP's Technical Customer Service Department at 888-327-8477 so that we can obtain some additional information regarding your project and to provide you with more specific usage guidance or to recommend an alternate product.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Thank you for posting your feedback. We're sorry to see your low star review on DAP DryDex Spackling. The issue that you describe (delamination), can result from force being applied to the product prior to reaching full performance and/or from dust left on the surface from sanding. 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. At your convenience, please contact DAP’s Technical Customer Service Department at 888-327-8477 so that we can obtain some additional information regarding your experience and to offer some application guidance.

Thank you for posting your feedback. We're sorry to see your low star review on DAP Premium Lightweight Joint Compound. Based on our commentary indicating: "Doesn't stick to tape or itself. ", it would appear that you are describing product that is too dry/thick to properly apply (potentially aged/expired material). Because you did not provide any details about your application, it is difficult to provide a more details response in this format. 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 may need to collect product information from it.

Thank you for posting your feedback. We're sorry to see you low star review on DAP Premium Lightweight Joint Compound. The issue that you describe typically results from attempting to sand/paint the compound prior to reaching a fully dried state. Sanding/painting prior to reaching a fully dried state will lead to undesirable results. Because you did not provide any details regarding your project, it is difficult to provide you with a more specific response or product usage guidance in this format. 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 and to offer additional application/finishing guidance.

Thank you for posting your feedback. We're sorry to see your low star review on DAP DryDex Spackling. DryDex Spackling is a water-based formula, as such, the sole drying mechanism is the evaporation of water. Dry time can be significantly impacted by cool (air and/or application surface), humid application conditions, moisture in the application surfaces and/or by thick (deep) applications of the patch. As indicated on the product package and supporting product literature: "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." As depicted in the photograph (attached in your review), it would appear that the thinner edges of the repair have dried (turned white), and the center-most potion of the repair has not yet fully dried (still pink). This would likely signal/indicate a change in application depth/surface conditions in that area. Because you did not indicate the size/depth of the repair, application surfaces, surface preparation, application technique or application conditions, it is difficult to provide a more detailed response in this format. Should you wish to provide more details or to discuss this matter further, please free to contact DAP’s Technical Customer Service Department at 888-327-8477.