Patching Walls Tip: Never work out of the can. Use Putty Knives

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Patching Walls Tip: Never work out of the can. Use Putty Knives

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Күн бұрын

It's common for painters to work out of the wall putty container. But it's a really bad habit to get into because it ruins the material inside the can.
When drywall mud or wall putty is exposed to oxygen it starts to dry. And this creates issues with the way you apply the compound and the way it dries.
Also when you dip your putty knives into the can regularly it tends to contaminate the good compound with what painters call "chunkies". Then when you try to skim out a surface with a smooth coating, these "chunkies" creates lines in your finished skim.
The answer: always scoop a small amount onto your larger putty knife, close the lid and work with two putty knives (one large, one small) until you finish the scoop you started with.
This not only helps with production but it creates clean working practices.
When you see painters working with 2 knives, you know you've hired professionals.
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@moe_2412 9 ай бұрын

My wife also uses one big and one small. Good tip!

@TrustedHousePainter 8 ай бұрын

Using 2 putty knives keeps your work clean and eliminates contamination (and dried chunkies) from entering the clean putty.

@johnsmith-wd5sq 4 ай бұрын

I hope you are not Home when she uses the "Big One!"

@KingLonzoe 26 күн бұрын

@@moe_2412 wdym by that 👀

@erikgutierrez3613 9 күн бұрын

@@KingLonzoe He's talking about the magic wand of course.

@dannylopez9773 22 күн бұрын

Just came across this product. This putty is awesome. I will be using this in all my future repairs.

@NoName_213 13 күн бұрын

Add some water if you ever see it drying out

@Ksjdisbdiwbdisbdos Жыл бұрын

Probably never gonna use this information, but I’m glad I know now

@TheAncientColossus 3 ай бұрын

You will when someone punches a hole in your American home.

@tomdigrazia6645 9 сағат бұрын

I add a piece of Saran Wrap before closing the lid as well, really helps to keep it from drying out over long periods of time.

@TrustedHousePainter 9 сағат бұрын

@@tomdigrazia6645 great tip. Thanks for your knowledge and help!!

@yungmessenger2975 2 ай бұрын

Just a tip, for small patches like that 5 minute or 20 minute mud is more ideal. Sets up quick doesn’t shrink much easy to sand down. As a professional painter hot mud is my go to for all drywall patches

@TrustedHousePainter 2 ай бұрын

Great tip. Thanks for the feedback!

@nathanmciver6496 Жыл бұрын

Hey man, that was really nice! Aweful after awhile to fix the same things again! Not that I mind when it's normal maintenance, not when it's not saposed to be fixed again! The pink brings light from the darkness of the work

@TrustedHousePainter Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your comment Nathan!

@tuduleshiggins8832 9 ай бұрын

You can add a tip of water to the container, and it keeps it fresh always.

@volitiveclover 8 ай бұрын

Crazy thats literally what i did. 1 look at the solution instantly brought me to my sink

@OneHappyMistake 2 ай бұрын

Good shit bro you paid attention in class

@FirstNameLastName-okayyoutube 22 күн бұрын

i started using a old dinner plate as my 'transfer storage'. Also a garden trowel to get a big glob

@TrustedHousePainter 22 күн бұрын

@@FirstNameLastName-okayyoutube sounds hi tech!!

@underthebluesky92 2 ай бұрын

Thanks getting ready to do some patching work.

@douggauzy6258 2 ай бұрын

I like this information . 👍

@TrustedHousePainter 2 ай бұрын

Thank you sir!

@TN-Painting Жыл бұрын

Wow, It's Really helpful for me 🥰

@brandypopejohnson2072 6 ай бұрын

Thank you

@JesusisKing03 9 ай бұрын

I just use my fingers straight into the bucket 😂

@TrustedHousePainter 9 ай бұрын

Lots of ways to skin a cat my friend!

@Unique71046 4 ай бұрын

I should of searched for this video first 😂😂😂. Learned my trial n error

@TrustedHousePainter 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for the comment! Yes, we all pay for our education!

@esotericone9101 7 ай бұрын

Good tip!

@kissi301 3 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@TrustedHousePainter 3 ай бұрын

You’re welcome!

@03yhungin97 2 ай бұрын

I did this out if insinct

@oliverjackson5070 5 ай бұрын

So after you fill the holes & sand the walls, what do you do paint?

@TrustedHousePainter 5 ай бұрын

Yes. You could apply a primer to the wall patches but most paint products are self priming and you can get away with applying x2 costs of paint.

@oliverjackson5070 5 ай бұрын

Thans so much :) @@TrustedHousePainter

@TrustedHousePainter 5 ай бұрын

@@oliverjackson5070 you’re welcome!

@johnjohn-ne8fw 4 ай бұрын

Smart 👍

@TrustedHousePainter 4 ай бұрын

It’s just a tip I give out because I’ve wasted a lot of drywall spackle over the years work directly from the container. Plus it’s not efficient to work from the container.

@jakejake7162 Жыл бұрын

Aye I used an extra kitchen knife that the old owners left behind as my “puddy holder” 😂

@TrustedHousePainter 10 ай бұрын

Whatever does the trick!! Good work!

@johnc1280 7 ай бұрын

I can use this on a thin piece of door trim right? Interior. Filling finish nail holes before priming and painting. Thanks

@TrustedHousePainter 7 ай бұрын

Yes you can use this on both scenarios.

@johnc1280 6 ай бұрын

@@TrustedHousePainter thanks much

@johnc1280 6 ай бұрын

I’ve hear window glazing (from professional painters) works will to fill finish nail holes

@TrustedHousePainter 6 ай бұрын

@@johnc1280 Yes that's true, however some window glazing is oil based and can take up to a week to cure (to be painted). Plus I believe window glazing needs to be primed before painting (but unconfirmed). So this pink Drydex is ideal for quick turnaround.

@johnc1280 6 ай бұрын

@@TrustedHousePainter thanks again! Didn’t think of the oil content factor If I use Binz Zinnzer oil based primer. Say for primer for glossy paneling Does that need a week to cure before the top coats of latex paint go on

@loganhancock2328 10 ай бұрын

I put primer and paint over Drydex in the bathroom but it turns pink when you take a shower. Any suggestions?

@TrustedHousePainter 10 ай бұрын

Strange. Lots of questions… -did you wait for the Drydex to completely dry prior to priming and painting overtop of it? -does the pink patch show through the primer and paint color? What color is the paint? -how long did you wait for the paint to dry prior to taking a shower? -do you have proper ventilation on your bathroom? If you want to talk to a paint expert feel free to call 1-866-724-6818.

@ZacharysGamingExpOG 8 ай бұрын

Legit thought that was a pint of raspberry ice cream

@ooopticnerveee 6 ай бұрын

I like to call it strawberry frosting time when I pull out my tub of Dap spackle!

@maxa3221 3 ай бұрын

Drydex works but Drywall mud is so much better, way finer particles. Drys faster. Easier to sand. and needs less sanding.

@maxa3221 3 ай бұрын

Seriously I don't touch that goo anymore, kind of handy to have at the same paint store but just carry a small Redi-Fill. Always fresh. Makes skimming crappy walls so much easier than fully sanding old sags down too.

@raphaeldeguzman7417 2 ай бұрын

@@maxa3221 good to know that the botched wall I made was not entirely my own fault, but that pink goo.

@cheapbongs 2 ай бұрын

or just... close the lid

@TrustedHousePainter 2 ай бұрын

The principle here is NOT work out of the can. Make good habits with your product and you make more money (and have a better finished product). Cheers!

@user-kx5du8bf9v Жыл бұрын

请问您知道有什么可以不干的腻子吗？

@TrustedHousePainter Жыл бұрын

"Do you know of any putty that doesn't dry?" - No not really... however you can buy window glazing that is oil based - it stays soft for a really long time. Does that answer your question?

@triciaburcell3241 5 ай бұрын

I think the homeowners before us used window putty to fill holes in the walls; was that okay or should we take it out before we paint?

@NoName_213 13 күн бұрын

MH ready patch is superior

@TrustedHousePainter 11 күн бұрын

@@NoName_213 patching isn’t a 1 size fits all. There’s some patching that dries harder and faster and others, like this pink product that is meant for smaller patches. This video isn’t promoting any specific patching, just a proven process that helps preserve a clean and efficient way to apply wall patching.

@CccCcc-kq7mm 4 ай бұрын

Why is it pink ?? 👋👋

@TrustedHousePainter 4 ай бұрын

Very good question. I think it’s because when you apply it to a white wall, it allows you to see where the patch is. The ironic part of it, is that it dries white. So when you wanna go find the patch and send it again, you can’t see it. It should actually be the other way around.

@DG-gx8pn 2 ай бұрын

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@wildeman32 10 ай бұрын

Add water to make it glide on easy and not dry out. That stuff comes way too thick

@TrustedHousePainter 10 ай бұрын

Never tried that… except when nearing the bottom of the container when it starts to dry. Adding water helps add life! However, it’s usually good practice to NOT add anything to products. In this case, dealing with wall filler or Drydex patching compound, adding water can help make the product apply better.

@myitchybunz7085 8 ай бұрын

add water

@TrustedHousePainter 8 ай бұрын

Right. But you don’t need to add water if you use the 2 putty knife method. Ever.

@g-ray7019 2 ай бұрын

Next tip. Don’t use spackle for walls or trim

@TrustedHousePainter 2 ай бұрын

What would you recommend?

@darianwilliams3452 5 ай бұрын

Isn’t it still getting exposed to oxygen on the putty knife?😮 What’s the difference other then preference

@TrustedHousePainter 5 ай бұрын

The difference is that only the small amount on your putty knife is being exposed. Only using what you need on the putty knife preserves the container full of putty. Plus it helps reduce getting dried chunkies in the container from constant use.

@inkstain7193 9 ай бұрын

Put a piece of cellophane under the lid before you close it.

@TrustedHousePainter 9 ай бұрын

Yes, that’s another good tip! 👍 thank you!

@davidobrien8352 9 ай бұрын

Container says “stir thoroughly. Looks like your working from two putty knives ??

@TrustedHousePainter 9 ай бұрын

My container doesn’t say “stir thoroughly”. It’s ready to go the minute you open the lid. Yes, working with two putty knives saves material and the can from drying out. Also prevents hard chunkies from your putty knife contaminating the putty in the container.

@davidobrien8352 9 ай бұрын

Thankyou