Fast drying spackle versus regular spackle?

Question

My boyfriend tells me there is a fast drying spackle. Would this give me the same quality of results?

Answer 1

It gives the same quality in half the time.

Answer 2

Decent first answer. But it doesn't answer the question sufficiently. Non sanding Spackle has to be done right. Since there is no sanding you can't fix any errors. If you're looking for a fine smooth finished look - go with sand-able. Better yet, judging from the pictures, what you really want is neither Spackle OR joint compound. It looks more like Stucco. Is this a basement wall? If so, Stucco Bucko! Just chip away all the failing stuff first, then put a primer (not paint primer) on the wall. Let it dry for a day (I think - follow the directions) then stucco over the repair. Hope this helps. 'av'a g'day mate. '')

Answer 3

Fast drying has it's good points. For example "Doing a quick touchup job." However, I've found that like everything else, by going a little slower and putting more time into the job, yields the best results. By allowing the Spackle to dry more slowly, you're actually making it stronger, no different than pouring a concrete slab. By constantly spraying it's surface, you're allowing it to harden slower, making it stronger and will in turn help to prevent cracking and peeling in the future. The ole saying "Any job worth doing is worth doing right" is absolutely correct. Larry

Answer 4

Personally I like the spackle that is pink when you use it and turns white when it is dry.

Answer 5

Absolutely, and the fast drying means you can sand it and paint over it a heck of a lot faster.

Answer 6

It's the same thing, it just dries faster. It might be slightly more expensive.

Answer 7

yes