Filling in Rotted Timber
Here's a step-by-step guide on how to fill in rotted timber. This guide is so simple and easy, you won't need to pay for an expert!
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What you'll need
- Hammer
- Exterior wood filler
- Chisel
- Putty knife
- Electric drill and 5mm bit
- Sandpaper
- Penetrating wood gel
- Primer
- Disposable brush or squeeze bottle
- Paint
- Rubber gloves
- Paintbrush
STEP 1
Cut away rotted timber with a hammer and chisel. Let timber dry (this can take weeks, and you must cover if it rains). Drill a honeycomb pattern of 5mm holes into damaged area, holding the drill at an angle.
STEP 2
Saturate the damaged area with penetrating wood gel applied with a rag or paintbrush. Protect your hands with rubber gloves. Let the gel soak into the damaged area and allow to dry thoroughly.
STEP 3
Apply exterior wood filler to the damaged area with a putty knife. Smooth the filler so it is level with the surrounding timber surface. Allow it to dry, then sand, prime and paint.
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