The best putties

When preparing walls and ceilings for wallpapering and painting in different colors, it is imperative to use a putty mixture. It is necessary to repair damaged plaster and level the work surface. To this end, it is worth taking a closer look at the best putties on the market that can be found in this rating. The review includes only good finishing, starting, decorative and universal compositions.

Which company putty is better to choose

The undisputed leaders among manufacturers in this rating in terms of frequency of mention are Russian brands. Many of the manufacturers started working in the 90s, and a lot of experience is one of the keys to high quality products.

Mixes of the following manufacturers are in high demand:

• Danogips Is a Russian brand of the KG Stroy Systems company. Its first plant began its work in 2006 with the production of SuperFinish putty. Now in the assortment of the company there is a series of more than 10 positions of ready-made polymer mixtures. They are suitable for hand or airless application. Their main advantages are reduced shrinkage, smoothness of coatings, versatility of compositions suitable for processing gypsum boards, concrete, and brickwork.
• Volma - a group of companies producing finishing materials mainly based on gypsum. It was organized in 1999, and received its legal name and address in 2005. Within two years the name "Volgograd gypsum" was assigned to it. Most of the line of putty finishing materials is occupied by dry mixes, although there are also liquid forms of release. The manufacturer adds mineral fillers and modifying additives to their composition that increase the resistance of the coatings to cracking and improve their adhesive properties.
• Osnovit Is a Russian trade mark offering goods for repair and construction. Its products are presented in more than 60 regions of Russia. The range of the brand includes polymer, gypsum, cement putty mixtures in the form of powder and liquid. Their advantages are strength, ease of application, economy of consumption, long service life.
• Knauf - a large manufacturer of materials for walls, ceilings and floors. It has proven itself well due to the good texture of the mixtures, beautiful color and high strength of the coatings. They can be combined with plasterboard, concrete, brickwork. Dry compositions are easily prepared by mixing with water and, due to the optimal density, are consumed slowly.
• Tex - the brand belongs to the Finnish paint and varnish company Tikkurila and is well represented in Russia. It was registered in 1995, and the products are sold in the initial and middle price range. The basis of the brand's assortment is made up of ready-to-use liquid putties. Their advantages are smooth surfaces, high quality leveling and sealing of cracks in brick and concrete walls. Separate formulations can be used for outdoor work.
• Gerkules Is a Russian company that has been counting its history since 1997. The plant began operations in Siberia based on the experience of German manufacturers. The very first product of the company was dry building mixtures. At the moment, it produces some of the best wall fillers, which have a high plasticity that makes them easy to use.Over the finished coatings, you can apply paint or wallpaper.
• Prospectors - the company was founded in 1992 and initially positioned itself exclusively as a manufacturer of finished putty. Over time, its range has expanded to dry finishing materials, from which an aqueous solution is prepared. They are sold in different volumes - 5, 15, 20 kg. They are characterized by good binding properties, adhesion strength to the base, good "pot life" of the compositions, long shelf life (at least 12 months).
• Bergauf - a supplier of building materials with an optimal combination of price and quality. It has several large production sites. Here, in particular, putty is produced - gypsum, polymer, cement. Depending on the specific option, it is distinguished by frost resistance, snow-white color, compatibility with reinforced concrete surfaces, and the possibility of using it in bathrooms without reducing the service life.
• VGT - a large manufacturer of building materials offering affordable putty mixtures. This is one of the few companies in the ranking that has decorative compositions for indoor and outdoor use. They are used both for partial closure of gaps and for complete decoration of walls and ceilings. These materials are sold in buckets, bags, tubes. Finishing and versatile liquid finishes are available here to create a smooth finish.
• Optimist-Perm Is a branch of the company "Optimist", which began its activities in 1997. In the company's catalog you can find liquid mixtures for finishing walls and ceilings in residential and technical premises. Some of them successfully resist moisture and are used in building facades. They are distinguished by the economy of consumption - 0.7-2 kg / m2, while the strength of the finished coatings does not suffer. Packages of 0.75, 1.5, 10 and 15 kg are on sale.

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Rating of the best putties

The basis for compiling this TOP was customer reviews and advice from repair specialists. We have carefully examined them for safety, quality, versatility, ease of use of putties.

The following parameters were used in the selection of suitable nominees:

• Type of putty - starting, finishing, universal, decorative;
• Material type - polymer, gypsum, etc .;
• Available volumes for sale;
• Method of preparation - whether dilution with water is required or the filler is already liquid;
• Smell, texture and consistency of the finished solution;
• Surfaces suitable for processing - concrete, plasterboard, wood, glass, brick;
• Minimum and maximum possible layer thickness;
• Cost efficiency;
• Setting speed on the base;
• Acceptable application method is manual and / or automated;
• Fraction color and size;
• Duration of preservation of astringent properties by the solution;
• Resistant to moisture;
• Purpose - work with seams, filling gaps, full coverage of walls and ceilings;
• The temperature of the composition, surface and air in the room, acceptable for finishing;
• Recommended operating conditions - inside and / or outside buildings, whether suitable for use in the bathroom.

Also, when choosing good putties for walls for wallpaper and paint, we paid attention to their shelf life, value for money, durability of the finished coating.

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Best starter putty

This is the name of the mixture, which is applied as the first layer, and on top it is treated with a finishing putty and after that paint or wallpaper is used. Of the 10 options considered, the ratings included in this category have the best quality.

Danogips Dano Jet 5

Polymer putty mixture Danogips Dano Jet 5 is intended for leveling walls for wallpapering. On its basis, a solution is prepared that can be used within three days after that. To preserve its properties, the temperature in the room at this time must be at least + 13⁰С.The composition of the material includes marble fractions that reduce shrinkage and prevent the risk of microcracking. The composition is prepared quite simply by mixing water (0.28-0.31 l) and 1 kg of powder.

The finished mixture is homogeneous without much effort and can be applied both with a spatula and with airless devices. It is allowed to apply the product within 5 minutes after the preparation of the components. It does not dry very quickly on the walls, within 24 hours, which allows, if necessary, to adjust the work results. Danogips Dano Jet 5 is used as a base coat in preparation for the application of the finishing filler. With its help, cracks in the walls are hidden, but there is no decorative function here.

Advantages

• Fairly white - 90%;
• The acceptable consumption of the working mixture is 1.2 kg / 1 sq. m;
• In the process of infusion does not thicken;
• It is not taken in lumps during finishing work;
• Does not require thorough surface preparation;
• Does not crack over time.

disadvantages

• Be sure to use sandpaper;
• The resulting coating is best treated with Dano primer.

The coating is made with a maximum thickness of 6 mm, due to which it is possible to achieve a smooth surface effect.

Volma Standard

This putty is based on gypsum and special additives that give the coating increased adhesion and resistance to cracking. It is available in 20 kg paper bags and must be dissolved in clean water with a temperature of +5 to + 20ºC. Powder consumption is quite economical - 1 kg per 0.45-0.55 l of liquid, with such proportions the mixture does not spread over the surface after application.

To create a smooth and durable coating, the finished composition must be well mixed with a drill with a nozzle or construction mixer, and then stand for at least 3 minutes. The maximum time for applying the solution is 2 hours, after which it hardens and loses its astringent properties. The composition can be applied in a layer with a thickness of 1 to 8 mm, and if it is thick, then an h-shaped rule will be needed to align it.

Advantages

• Low consumption of the mixture - from 0.8 to 1.0 kg with a layer of 1 mm thick;
• Well hides cracks in the walls;
• Suitable for seams;
• Fits perfectly on the surface;
• Used for finishing concrete, gypsum, plastered surfaces;
• The service warranty period is 1 year.

disadvantages

• The base must be thoroughly cleaned of dust, water, oil stains;
• The second coat should be applied immediately after the first.

Volma Standard putty is best suited for leveling ceilings and walls in dry rooms when preparing them for painting, although it can also be used before decorative finishing or wallpapering.

Osnovit Econsilk PG35 W

Osnovit Econcilk putty powder is designed for leveling ceilings and walls, sealing joints and small cracks in gypsum plasterboard sheets, in aerated concrete and brick foundations. It can be used wherever a thick coating is not required to give a smooth surface. A solution is prepared from this starting mixture with the addition of water in proportions of 0.51-0.59 liters per 1 kg. This ratio guarantees the strength of adhesion to the base (≥0.5 MPa) and high resistance to mechanical and chemical stress.

Osnovit Econsilk PG35 W is suitable only for interior work, although the optimum operating temperature is from +5 to 40 ° C. This mixture is used to putty the surface for the subsequent creation of decorative coatings: wallpapering, painting, etc. The "viability" of the finished composition does not exceed 2 hours, during which it is required to fully develop it. Undiluted powder can be stored for up to six months in low humidity conditions.

Advantages

• Beautiful white color;
• Sold in three volumes - 5, 10 and 20 kg;
• The consumption of the mixture with a layer of 1 mm is not less than 0.8 l of the solution;
• Doesn't shrink over time;
• Plasticity of the material.

disadvantages

• The next layer is applied 3-5 hours after the first one.

Reviews show that Osnovit Econcilk PG35 W putty is actively used for repairs in residential premises, but it is not suitable for baths and restrooms due to insufficiently high resistance to moisture.

The best finishing putties

The purpose of this finishing material is to create a topcoat, which should act as a basis for painting or wallpapering. For the analysis, 6 mixtures and liquid compositions were taken, of which only 3 combine high quality, safety, affordability and ease of use.

Danogips Sheetrock SuperFinish

Danogips Sheetrock SuperFinish is sold as a ready-to-use paste. On the market, you can find two volumes - 5, 5.6 and 28 kg in buckets. The mass has an optimal consistency in terms of density, does not spread over the surface and does not dry out instantly. This makes it possible to correct the applied layer, which, according to the instructions, should be thin - about 2 mm. The area of ​​application of this material is quite extensive - processing of concrete, drywall, lime plaster. It is used both for the complete decoration of walls and ceilings, and only for closing seams or small cracks.

Danogips SuperFinish putty mixture is suitable for use in both industrial and residential construction. It can be applied both manually, with a spatula, and mechanically. This material is intended only for work indoors, the temperature at this time should be within + 13ºC. The composition has a uniform texture and a smooth white finish.

Advantages

• Does not require mixing of components;
• Good astringent properties;
• Tight fit to the base;
• For a long time does not crack and chip;
• Easy to sand.

disadvantages

• It splashes a little during surface treatment;
• A special application tool is required - a gun, a brush, etc.

According to reviews, Danogips Sheetrock SuperFinish finishing putty best prepares the surface for subsequent wallpapering.

TEX Finishing Profi

Introducing a ready-to-use latex finishing putty. According to reviews, it is not difficult to apply it due to its soft texture and optimal consistency. It is actively used both for complex wall decoration and for partial processing of seams, joints, cracks. The composition fits perfectly on a concrete, plasterboard, plastered base, and on top you can safely glue wallpaper or apply paint.

TEKS Profi copes well with both ceilings and walls, but it can only be useful for interior work. For their successful implementation, the room temperature should not be lower than + 5ºC, and the humidity should not be less than 80%. This composition is not obstinate in application, but thorough cleaning of the base from contamination is still inevitable. After that, it is important to allow the coating to dry, which will take up to 4 hours. If desired, a primer from the same manufacturer can be applied over the putty layer.

Advantages

• Ease of application;
• Levels the surface well;
• The finished coating does not crack;
• A wide selection of packaging - 1.5, 5, 8, 16 and 30 kg;
• Fast drying of the coating - about 4 hours.

disadvantages

• The maximum permissible layer thickness is 3 mm.

Putty "TEKS Profi" is applied using an ordinary spatula, and it is better if it is wide and long enough to avoid spreading of the composition.

Hercules GT-33

Finishing putty "Hercules GT-33" is designed for leveling joints in gypsum fiber board and gypsum board, as well as ceilings and walls. It is sold dry, and the powder must be diluted with water in proportions of 0.55-0.7 liters of liquid per 1 kg of raw materials. It is not recommended to cook a lot of the composition at once due to the rapid loss of elasticity. Due to fine grinding (the largest particle size is 0.3 mm) and good solubility, no lumps remain in the mixture and it does not need to be intensively mixed.

This composition has high plasticity, which facilitates surface treatment. It is primarily intended for concrete work, but the finished coating can be painted or wallpapered. Due to the combination of polymers, gypsum and finely dispersed mineral fillers, high-quality adhesion to the base is ensured. Its minimum permissible thickness is 0.3 mm, while there is no maximum border.

Advantages

• Beautiful white color;
• Uniform texture;
• Shelf life - 2 years;
• Adequate consumption of the working mixture - 1.0 kg / m2;
• Tightness of the package;
• Good density.

disadvantages

• Must be applied strictly at a temperature not lower than + 5 ° C;
• Not suitable for outdoor use.

The dry putty mixture "Hercules GT-33" is available for sale in two volumes - 5 and 15 kg, when choosing a larger amount, you can save a little.

The best universal putties

This category includes mixtures that can be used simultaneously to create a base and final layer. We present to your attention 4 of the best starting and finishing putties, they are leading in terms of quality, safety, ease and versatility of use.

"Prospectors" front

The universal dry mix "Prospectors" is produced specifically for facade finishing and is well preserved due to its excellent frost resistance, resistance to temperature extremes and high humidity. It effectively copes with the processing of walls and ceilings indoors, and the base can be either brick or concrete. With its help, it is possible as soon as to close up cracks, crevices, potholes, and completely cover the entire surface. The material goes well with wallpaper and paint.

This putty differs from other products in our rating with its pleasant light beige color and the ability to apply a layer with a thickness of 0.8 mm, but it should not exceed 5 mm. With these parameters, the consumption of the composition is approximately 1 kg per 1 sq. m, and a bag of 20 kg is enough to repair one small room. It is also chosen for the absence of cracks after drying.

Advantages

• Retains astringent properties for 4 hours after preparation;
• Excellent plasticity;
• It hardens in a day;
• Mixes easily with a drill with a special nozzle;
• You can cook at a temperature of +10 to 30 degrees.

disadvantages

• Sold in one volume only;
• Not suitable for wooden substrates.

Before applying the Prospectors facade putty, you must make sure that the base is strong, that it does not crumble or fall apart.

Knauf Fugen

Knauf Fugen putty is suitable for both starting and finishing walls and ceilings. It is designed for use in dry rooms and is designed to create a layer with a thickness of 1 to 5 mm. The powder has a fine grinding (the maximum size of the fraction is 0.2 mm), therefore, when dissolved in water, lumps are not formed. This makes the coating even and smooth and easier to apply with a spatula.

Knauf Fugen is sold in 5, 10 and 25 kg bags. Consumption of the composition for continuous filling of the base is 0.8-1.0 kg / m2 for a layer with a thickness of 1 mm. During application, it does not run off the surface and is easily spread with a spatula. After drying, the coating does not peel or crack, even at high humidity.

Advantages

• Well seals joints in plasterboard sheets;
• Creates a thin but durable layer;
• Reliably fills gaps in walls;
• Economical consumption;
• Uniform texture;
• Excellent consistency of the finished liquid.

disadvantages

• The shelf life in paper bags is 6 months, and in polyethylene it is one year.

The material is safe for humans due to the absence of harmful substances in the composition, the main component here is gypsum, which is an environmentally friendly natural mineral.

Bergauf Easy Finish

This putty is included in the rating due to its uniqueness - it is suitable for finishing walls and ceilings, both indoors and outdoors. Due to its pure white color, the wallpaper on top does not need to be glued. The plasticity of the mass allows you to make the coating perfectly smooth, or, if desired, give it a relief. At one time, it is allowed to apply the composition with a thickness of no more than 7 mm.

This mixture is dry and requires dilution in water, the finished solution is applied exclusively by hand. Bergauf Easy Finish is best suited for the treatment of plinths, façades, gypsum plaster, aerated concrete, reinforced concrete. The only exception here is wood and its blanks. The smoothness of the coating allows you to paste over the base even with thin wallpaper without compromising aesthetics. The possibility of using it in humid conditions increases the service life and allows for high-quality repairs in the bathroom.

Advantages

• Has certificates of compliance with safety requirements;
• Does not lose its strength over time;
• Good adhesive properties;
• Holds securely on the base;
• Has no unpleasant odor;
• Does not spread during application.

disadvantages

• The primer can only be applied 1 hour after treatment.

VGT acrylic universal

It is an inexpensive multipurpose putty mixture designed for interior and exterior finishing works. It is presented in liquid form and is suitable for all surfaces. After the composition dries, a durable, matte coating is formed, which retains its strength and natural color for a long time.

VGT putty is made from filler, modifying additives and an aqueous dispersion of acrylic copolymer. This symbiosis endows the coating with a good margin of safety and durability. It can be applied at temperatures below 7 ° C and dries completely after 24 hours, but the thicker, the longer this process takes. One layer is formed from it, two are required only with strong irregularities in the walls and ceilings.

Advantages

• Low consumption - 0.5-1.4 kg / m²;
• Ease of application;
• Expiration date within two years from the date of production;
• Moisture resistance;
• Doesn't shrink over time;
• Good adhesion to concrete, brick, plaster.

disadvantages

• Requires particularly careful preparation of the work surface.

The ready-made mortar has excellent resistance to increased moisture and excellent adhesive properties, which increases the life of the finish.

The best decorative putties

The mixture received this name due to the possibility of giving the coating a relief for performing decorative functions. According to the results of testing and analysis of reviews, the material presented in this rating was recognized as the best putty.

Optimist-Elite Bark beetle XL for outdoor and indoor use

This paste is bought only for decorative purposes, with which it copes with dignity due to an interesting texture, like traces of a bark beetle on a tree trunk. The drawing can be done in absolutely any way - circular, cross, vertical, horizontal, but a certain skill is required to make the coating aesthetically pleasing. If necessary, it can be painted in any color.

Optimist-Elite's Bark beetle XL putty is suitable for both interior and facade work. It is distinguished by its pale white color and vapor resistance, which increases the service life of the decorative layer. It is used for all types of surfaces - concrete, brick, plastered. The mass is applied quite simply with a spatula, trowel or roller. The mortar dries quickly on the substrate and does not pollute the space due to its not very liquid consistency.

Advantages

• Looks beautiful under a layer of varnish;
• Gives a matte surface;
• Smells almost nothing;
• Does not give off fumes;
• Environmental friendliness of the material.

disadvantages

• Available in only one volume - 7 kg bucket.

To achieve the desired results, the temperature in the working area should not exceed + 5-35ºC, and the maximum allowable humidity limit should be 70%.

Which putty is better to buy

For full puttying, a universal mixture is often used, and, if necessary, in the partial elimination of irregularities, gypsum, quick-hardening compounds. The ready-made, liquid mixture is used to create a topcoat for subsequent painting or wallpapering. They are all made from two main components: filler and binder. The finer the particle size of the powder, the thinner, smoother and more accurate the layer is.

Here's what kind of starting putty is better to choose based on your goals:

• If, as a result, thin wallpaper is glued, then it is better to give preference to Danogips Dano Jet 5.
• To mask large cracks and eliminate strong irregularities, it would be more correct to buy a Volma Standard mixture.
• The material "Osnovit Econcilk PG35 W" works without any complaints with seams.

Danogips Sheetrock SuperFinish can be applied as a second coat if you want to paint the coating. In a room with high humidity, the finishing putty mixture "TEKS Profi" will be relevant. Where a thick layer cannot be applied, it is recommended to use Hercules GT-33.

Products from the Starateli brand will help to create both a starting and a finishing coating with good durability on the facade of buildings, and Knauf Fugen can be used indoors. Bergauf Easy Finish and VGT universal acrylic filler are excellent for finishing the base / plinth. Among the decorative compositions, the choice is small, and Optimist-Elite Bark beetle X is considered the best among them.

The rating contains the best putties, but each of them is good for some specific purpose, so before choosing a specific option, you should first of all consider its purpose.