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09-17-23, 02:29 PM

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Exterior Wood Filler

Any thoughts on Gorilla Wood Filler for exterior repairs like small rotted spots in deck railing? I do clean it well and use a wood hardener before filling. Thanks for your help.

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09-18-23, 03:19 AM

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In general I don't care for fillers for exterior wood. It's almost always better to replace. Can you post a pic so we can see just what you are dealing with?

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09-18-23, 05:50 AM

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i suggest epoxy as it's strong, hard, durable, and waterproof. I've used PC-Woody epoxy (2-part) repair paste and PC wood hardener with good results. Make certain to get out any rot first. Note that it takes some effort to sand.

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09-18-23, 07:28 AM

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I've used MH Ready Patch, not good, I had good luck wiith Bondo but was looking for a simple premixed filler that works. Marksr, right now the piece I'm dealing with is simpler to replace. When I come across another problem I will post a picture. I know you've been a member a long time. Would you know why I'm not receiving email notifications of answers to my posts? I've always gotten them in the past. Thanks

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"Would you know why I'm not receiving email notifications of answers to my posts?"

I'll post this for the administrators to look at.

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