Sheetrock All Purpose Joint Compound

Sheetrock All Purpose Joint Compound - JCAP-28

USG Boral SHEETROCK® ALL PURPOSE joint compound is an air-drying, compound suitable for all three coat applications or as a finishing coat for all plasterboard joints, angles and fastener heads. Complies with ASTM C475.

Application

Jointing / Skimming

Substrate of Application

Plasterboard

Area of Application

Indoor

Wet Area

Compound Type

Ready Mix

Add to Bucket

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Features

Premium grade, all purpose or finishing compound
Used for all three coats or as a skimming coat
Excellent workability, easy application by hand or with mechanical tools
Minimal mixing & cleaning of tools
Can be sanded by hand or with mechanical sanding tools
Excellent surface for painting.

Specifications

Application

Application: Surfaces must be clean and free from dust
USG Boral SHEETROCK® All Purpose may be diluted to a workable viscosity by adding water followed by mechanical mixing if desired
Can be applied by hand or mechanical tools
When using USG Boral SHEETROCK® All Purpose for all three coats, the first coat must be used to bed a high-quality paper tape
USG Boral SHEETROCK® All Purpose compound must be allowed to dry thoroughly (up to 24 hours depending on temperature & humidity) before recoating or sanding
Only apply over setting type compounds that have been allowed to dry thoroughly
Sand with care using 180 or 220 grit paper
Thoroughly clean all tools and equipment after use

Mixing

Mixing: Always use clean tools
Do not mix with residues of previously used compounds
The inclusion of such materials will impair the performance of this product and will void the product warranty
All Purpose Premix may appear thick in pail. Before adding water, lightly mix & test its application; if required, add water to achieve desired consistency
Caution: Avoid over-thinning when adding water as this may cause cracking and excessive shrinkage
If liquid has separated from the compound, stir carefully to restore consistency
Caution: Do not over mix; over mixing can introduce air bubbles, which can create surface imperfections

Storage

Storage: USG Boral SHEETROCK® All Purpose Joint Compound should be stored under a cover in a dry environment and protected from temperature extremes; storage in an unsuitable environment can shorten the lifespan of this product
USG Boral SHEETROCK® All Purpose Joint Compound has a shelf life of 12 months from date of manufacture

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