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SHEETROCK® Easy Sand™ Lightweight Base Compounds

SHEETROCK®  Easy  Sand™  is  a  lightweight,  plaster  based  setting  type  compound  formulated  for  the  bedding  of  plasterboard  joints,  angles  and  spotting  fastener  heads  when  used  in  conjunction  with  USG  Boral  Finishing  Compounds.  It  weighs  up  to  25%  less  than  conventional  setting  type  compounds  and  provides  very  easy  sanding  and  low  shrinkage,  making  it  ideal  for  heavy  fills  and  patching  jobs. 

SHEETROCK®  Easy  Sand™ mixes  up  to  a  lightweight  creamy  texture  and  is  suitable  for  achieving  a  smooth  plasterboard  joint  finish.

Physical Properties
  • Colour: White
  • Type: Setting-Type Joint Compounds
  • Packaging: 16kg and 8.1 Kg bags
  • Coverage: 13 kg / 100sqm
  • Manufacture: Compound is manufactured to stringent USG Boral product quality control specifications
Applications
  • Surfaces must be clean a free of dust
  • For extended working time use SHEETROCK® Easy Sand™ 90
  • Can be applied with hand or mechanical tools
  • The use of SHEETROCK® paper tape is recommended
  • Ensure there is sufficient amount of compound under the paper tape to provide adhesion
  • Each coat of Easy Sand must be allowed to set thoroughly before applying the next coat
  • Thoroughly clean all tools and equipment after use
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