Wood filler is a superior option for large holes or cracks, as it is made to be formulated for different surfaces. At the same time, open up any cracks that are to be filled to create a ‘gutter’, this will help make sure they can be filled to the bottom when the time comes. So, if you’re about to embark on a redecoration project, why not browse our selection of wall fillers to suit your needs and complete your job to a professional standard? Jenolite Primer Filler is a specially formulated primer paint, which is perfect for correcting superficial defects in surfaces due to its gap filling properties. The multi-purpose powder form is cheap and ideal for sporadic small holes, but for larger areas where consistency is required the ready-mixed is more convenient.

Filler is used for small repairs on a variety of different surfaces, which once dried, can be sanded down to a smooth finish. Fillers are easy to sand and can be painted over, they are available in a range of sizes and colours from the biggest and best trade paint brands including Polycell, Teamac, Bartoline and more. By choosing the best products and carrying out the process carefully, you will achieve uniform walls with a perfect finish so that the application of the paint is simple and leaves the very best results. Once cured the entire repair area can be sanded, painted or varnished over as desired, leaving a guaranteed lifelong and invisible repair.Best reserved for interior use, wood filler is versatile but lacks adhesion and is prone to shrinkage.

Start with one of our Timbabuild starter kits or our premixed light weight fillers to renovate any surface.Gradually add the water to the filler, turning the mix over each time to ensure the moisture is evenly dispersed. Prior to skimming, a coat of a PVA (polyvinyl acetate) "bonding" is applied to stabilise the surface to provide something for the plaster to stick to. Odour-free, easy to use and soluble in water (making it easy to wash the roller out), they can cover in one coat, although two may work better on tricky surfaces.

As well as a DIY decorator, wall filler can also be an excellent tool for plumbers, electricians, joiners and general builders as they can use it to coat or patch small repair jobs, for example, over recessed cable trunking or around wall holes where they install piping and sockets without the need for a plasterer.Using a cheap exterior filler would be a big mistake, as it is only a matter of time until it fails, or paint can't properly adhere. The Toupret Murex Filler is extremely durable thanks to it's Rock Hard Finish technology and will adhere to any exterior substrate. Advice is given in good faith but without warranty as methods of application and site conditions are outside of our control.

There are also roll-on fillers like the Everbuild Filler Coat, which is easily painted on like regular emulsion but is thicker and will fill thin hairline fractures and cover up stains and dark paint colours all in one, preventing you from using multiple layers of emulsion. Finally, the surface can then be covered with a levelling or smoothing filler to really perfect the finish and obtain a high quality result. When filling very deep holes, the filler often shrinks into the hole leaving a "dint", so you may have to fill these twice.

All fillers vary in terms of attributes as all surfaces have differing requirements, but generally speaking a good filler can be found by opting for a reputable, trade orientated brand. To fill over an interior painted wooden surface, you should opt for a product designed for wood, such as Toupret’s Wood Hardener or one of Toupret’s wood fillers. There is a huge amount of preparation work that needs to take place if you are to achieve the finish you are looking for, whether you are working inside or outside. Fix any interior or exterior flaw in a matter of minutes, wood fillers are able to sanded, nailed and adjusted for your needs. According to the manufacturer, it can be directly painted over with linseed oil paint after application.