All about plasterboard

Browntoa

think so, got some in the garage

found it

http://www.wickes.co.uk/Plaster-Ready-Mixed/Jointing-Compound/invt/220995

woodbutcher_2

You want Gyproc easyfill or easyfill 45,which as the name suggests sets in 45 mins.You can also use it as coving adhesive.I have bought it in b&q warehouse.Failing that,a builders merchant will sell it.I think Knauf make an equivalent

aliasojo

I now always use Lafarge Ready Mix Lite jointing compound. It's around £20 for a large tub. Previously I used Fast Set which was a powder you mixed with water, but the ready mix lite stuff is very good. I find it spreads well and it's easy to get a good finish. It's also good to sand.

I have also used Gyproc Jointing Compound but I found that slightly more difficult to spread and the finish wasn't as smooth.

Any of the above you would get in the likes of Travis Perkins / Keyline / most builders merchants.

I haven't had experience of own brands like Wickes so cant comment on them.

Greenshieldstamp_2

Hi there,

I would check your Yellow Pages and see if you have a Johnstones, Dulux or Crown decorating centre in your area.

They will sell all types of filler (a good make is Lafarge). If you are using a lot then you can buy joint filler in sacks and mix your own. Much cheaper especially for the first layer and then use the ready mix (such as Lafarge Lite) for the second and final layers which should also be progressively wider than the first layer(This will leave a much smoother finish and is easier to sand). When sanding make sure you don't leave any edges to your final layers as this show when you paint. The final layer will not need too much sanding just needs to be really smooth (try and not leave stratches either). I would also buy a dust mask for sanding as the dust is horrible.

The staff in the decorating centres know what they are talking about and will help you decide what is best for you.

Best wishes

Emma79

My husband used Gyproc finishing plaster (they didn't sell any of the above at B&Q, so we presumed it was the right stuff...), over the tape and it has started to crack.... almost immediately.

Would the best idea be to remove the plaster and use one of your recommendations? Or any other ideas? He was doing such a good job up to that point! :rolleyes:

aliasojo

Dig out the end of the tape and pull it up and off, the plaster should come off with it, especially if it is badly cracked. Sand off any loose stuff left and start again with mesh tape and proper jointing compound.

Emma79

Thank you all. Really appreciate your advice - thanks left!