is toothpaste a good way of filling up minor cracks in plaster walls?

Answer 1

your walls will be minty if you do

Answer 2

It's excellent for the short term, say getting a deposit back on rental property. Do it a few days before though, or the landlord/estate agent will smell the mint and try to find the cracks. Also, use the cheapest stuff you can find, Wilkinson's own brand is perfect. I rebuilt half a wall in my old place with that and no-one found out until the new tenants moved in and i had money back! Hahahaha

Answer 3

I think some Polyfilla would be better.

There are some great hints and tips here:
http://www.dulux.com.au/html/painting/painting_tips.aspx

And if you do try the toothpaste thing, use a white toothpaste - I imagine Aquafresh would not be successful :)

Answer 4

Yes, I did that at my old apartment and got back every cent of the deposit! I recommend Tom's all natural toothpaste.

Answer 5

Nope, I tried this 30 years ago and was very disappointed in the results. But, if you like to lick something flat and minty its great!

Answer 6

Hi, yes apparently so. I know a feww people who have used it when theyve been out of polyfiller etc

Answer 7

dont think that is a good idea. toothpaste dries then crumbles so you'd be in a bigger mess.

Answer 8

definately not. just use plaster or whatever they give you at the hardware store.

Answer 9

all thats gonna do is leave your room minty fresh!

Answer 10

No. Ants will come and invade.