Calculate filler based on area and filler type
Our filler calculator helps you determine the right amount. Consumption varies between spot filling and full skim coating.
Spot filling repairs holes and cracks – about 0.3 kg/m². Full skim smooths the entire surface – about 1.0 kg/m².
Plaster filler (powder) is mixed with water for plasterboard. Ready-mixed filler is ready to use. Lightweight filler is easier to sand.
Spot filling: about 0.3 kg/m². Full skim: about 1.0 kg/m². For very uneven walls, consumption can reach 1.5-2.0 kg/m².
Yes, always lightly sand between coats with 120-180 grit sandpaper. Remove dust with a damp cloth before the next coat. This ensures better adhesion and a smoother finish. Final coat should be sanded with finer grit (180-240) before painting.
Gypsum filler (powder) is mixed with water, sets quickly and is hard. Ideal for plasterboard and larger repairs. Acrylic filler (ready-mixed) is more flexible, dries slower and is easier to sand. Best for small repairs and finishing.