SPACKLE Vs. DRYWALL MUD/JOINT COMPOUND (Whats the Difference? When Should You Use Them?!)

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SPACKLE Vs. DRYWALL MUD/JOINT COMPOUND (What's the Difference? When Should You Use Them?!)

There tends to be some confusion amongst DIYers concerning the differences between spackle and drywall mud (joint compound). This short video from The Honest Carpenter discusses the topic!

Both SPACKLE and DRYWALL MUD / JOINT COMPOUND are used to hide blemishes or imperfections in plaster walls and drywall.

Drywall Mud / Joint Compound is a mixture of gypsum dust and water. It is best used for bulk applications and wall repairs, because it dries very slowly.

It typically tapes a new layer of mud 24+ hours to dry, which gives you plenty of time to work your way around a room or house.

Drywall mud also shrinks quite a bit. So, it's almost always necessary to use multiple coats, and sand the repair to finish it.

SPACKLE is best used for small applications and repairs, like nail holes, tiny dents, gouges and divots.

Spackle is also typically made with gypsum dust, but it also contains BINDERS, which act as sort of an adhesive. This causes it to dry much faster--usually 1-4 hours.

Many spackles may still require multiple coats, and sanding to finish.

LIGHTWEIGHT SPACKLE is a soft, fluffy, flaky product that also performs typical small patching duties. But, it dries much faster--often in just 30 minutes! And, it can also be smoothed with a wet knife during the drying process, sometimes eliminating the need for sanding.

Lightweight spackle is my favorite product for fixing small holes and dents!

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