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Chat with us , powered by LiveChat You are using an outdated browser. Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience. Toggle navigation Alex Spackling About Key Features Helpful Tips FAQ Reviews Alex Spackling Now Available at Select Locations View All -- Alex Plus Alex Flex The Home Depot Buy Online Ace Hardware Buy Online Do It Best Buy Online True Value Buy Online Mills Fleet Farm Buy Online Orgill Buy Online Pro Build Buy Online Walmart Buy Online The Home Depot Buy Online Ace Hardware Buy Online Do It Best Buy Online True Value Buy Online Mills Fleet Farm Buy Online Orgill Buy Online Pro Build Buy Online Walmart Buy Online View All -- Key Features Professional Strength - Repairs Drywall, Wood & Metal Fill In One Coat - Won’t Sink or Shrink Superior Paintability - Won’t Flash Paint Exceptional Durability Perfect for Interior & Exterior Applications Flexible - Eliminate Reoccurring Cracks Won’t Shrink or Crack Sandable / Paintable Perfect for Interior & Exterior Applications Helpful Tips 1 De-gloss surface with sandpaper for better adhesion to the drywall. 2 Use the back of a putty knife to knock down any rough edges of the repair to create a smooth surface. 3 Using a flexible putty knife will provide the best application experience when applying spackling compound. 4 Overfill the repair slightly when applying so you can sand it down to a smooth, flat finish when dry. 5 For a smoother finish, dip putty knife into water & lightly smooth spackling prior to drying. 6 Dual-grit sanding using medium (60 to 100-grit) and finishing with fine (120 to 220-grit) sandpaper will help achieve a smooth finished repair. Frequently Asked Questions What is the shelf life for Alex Spackling? 12 months How long does it take for Alex Spackling to dry? 1 to 5 hours depending on temperature, humidity and depth of fill. What are some common projects for these products? Alex Plus Spackling is ideal for filling holes and cracks in surfaces such as drywall, plaster, wood, brick, metal & stone. Alex Flex Flexible Spackling is ideal for providing a solution to eliminate reoccurring cracks in drywall. For exterior applications, always topcoat with a high-quality exterior-grade paint. How do I properly apply Alex Spackling? Surface must be clean, dry & free of foreign material. Apply with a clean putty knife. One application is usually sufficient for small repairs For repairs deeper than 1/8”, apply 2 or more layers allowing to dry between applications. May be sanded or painted in 1 to 5 hours depending on temperature, humidity & depth of fill. What applications are NOT recommended for these products? DAP® Alex Spackling is not ideal for use below a water line or for marine or automobile applications. It also should not be used as a skim coat. How can I clean up Alex Spackling? Clean tools immediately with water. Cured spackling must be cut or scraped away Reviews View All Alex Plus® View All Alex Flex® This website uses cookies and other tracking technologies (also known as pixels or beacons) to aid your experience (such as viewing videos), as well as “performance cookies” to analyze your use of this website and to assist with marketing efforts. If you click the "Accept All Cookies" button or continue navigating the website, you agree to having those first and third-party cookies set on your device. If you do not wish to accept cookies from this website, you can choose to not allow cookies from this website by updating your browser preferences. For more information on how we use Cookies, please read our Privacy Policy . Accept All Cookies Alex Spackling Alex Spackling, The #1 Brand Preferred by Pro Painters About Key Features Helpful Tips FAQ Reviews Terms Of Use & Privacy Policy Contact Us Dealer Info Invention Submission California Supply Chain Disclosure © 2020 DAP Products Inc. ')...