I am using wood filler to repair the gnawed edges of my window sill .
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KMS Woodworks on Oct 16, 2011you can often wet the putty knife to get a smoother finish....apply the filler so it is just above the level of the existing wood..after the filler has fully dried / cured it can be sanded flush...depending on how deep the damage is you may need to apply a couple of coats...some filler will shrink and crack when applied too thick.Helpful Reply
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Delores G on Oct 16, 2011Great response---dampen the putty knife. I should have thought about that! Like icing a cake!Helpful Reply
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Ricardo B on Oct 16, 2011I like that icing analogy... Remember, crumb layer, working layer, then finishing layer. Sand down gradually...Helpful Reply
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Inspection Connection, LLC on Oct 16, 2011Delores, Apply wood filler to fill the holes, let it harden and sand. You might have to do it twice to get a smooth service. After sanding clean and paint.Helpful Reply
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Wood restoration co . on Oct 16, 2011a whole nuther option is quik-wood .. a moldable epoxy putty .. dries hard as nails can be shaped and smoothed to where virtually no sanding is necessary . i use on fine furniture and woodwork all the time .Helpful Reply
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