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	Expanding foams are available for large, complex or difficult to reach gaps. They expand significantly on being discharged from a can to fill almost any size or shape or hole.		Expanding foams are available for large, complex or difficult to reach gaps. They expand significantly on being discharged from a can to fill almost any size or shape or hole.

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	* Adhesives.		* Adhesives.
	* Binding agent.		* Binding agent.
	* Caulk.		* Caulk.
		+	* Caulk v silicone sealant.
	* Expanding foam.		* Expanding foam.
	* Grout.		* Grout.

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	Grout is fluid, viscous material that is used to fill and seal gaps. It is similar to mortar, but the water concentration is greater and it is less stiff which makes it more suitable for filling complex, inaccessible or small spaces. It is commonly used for tiling. For more information see: Grout.		Grout is fluid, viscous material that is used to fill and seal gaps. It is similar to mortar, but the water concentration is greater and it is less stiff which makes it more suitable for filling complex, inaccessible or small spaces. It is commonly used for tiling. For more information see: Grout.

−	Caulk is a commonly used filler used by decorators. It is a flexible filler typically made from acrylics or silicone, that dries quickly, but remains flexible, and so it is suitable for use where movement may be expected (such as between a plaster wall and a timber skirting). Historically caulk was made from fibrous materials that could be driven between boards, pipes and so on to make them waterproof, and rope caulks are still available.	+	Caulk is a commonly used filler used by decorators. It is a flexible filler typically made from acrylics or silicone, that dries quickly, but remains flexible, and so it is suitable for use where movement may be expected (such as between a plaster wall and a timber skirting). Historically caulk was made from fibrous materials that could be driven between boards, pipes and so on to make them waterproof, and rope caulks are still available. For more information see: Caulk

−	Silicone is a man-made polymer that is derived from silicon. It is a class of silicon-based chemical compounds that can be used to form flexible, adhesive, waterproof joints, for example around baths and showers.	+	Silicone is a man-made polymer that is derived from silicon. It is a class of silicon-based chemical compounds that can be used to form flexible, adhesive, waterproof joints, for example around baths and showers. For more information see: Silicone.

−	Putty is made typically by mixing a finely ground chalk (whiting) with linseed oil. It is commonly used in traditional glazing to seal panes of glass into timber frames. Synthetic putty can be made using polybutene.	+	Putty is made typically by mixing a finely ground chalk (whiting) with linseed oil. It is commonly used in traditional glazing to seal panes of glass into timber frames. Synthetic putty can be made using polybutene. For more information see: Putty.

	Dry fillers are available in a powdered form, and typically consist of a powdered aggregate and an adhesive, to which water is added to the required consistency. They can generally be sanded when dry to a smooth finish and can then be painted with conventional paints.		Dry fillers are available in a powdered form, and typically consist of a powdered aggregate and an adhesive, to which water is added to the required consistency. They can generally be sanded when dry to a smooth finish and can then be painted with conventional paints.
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	* Sealants.		* Sealants.
	* Plaster.		* Plaster.
		+	* Putty.
	* Render.		* Render.

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	* Binding agent.		* Binding agent.
	* Caulk.		* Caulk.
		+	* Expanding foam.
	* Grout.		* Grout.
	* Mastic sealant.		* Mastic sealant.
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	* Adhesives.		* Adhesives.
	* Binding agent.		* Binding agent.
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	* Grout.		* Grout.
	* Mastic sealant.		* Mastic sealant.
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	In the construction industry, fillers are generally either:		In the construction industry, fillers are generally either:
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	Grout is fluid, viscous material that is used to fill and seal gaps. It is similar to mortar, but the water concentration is greater and it is less stiff which makes it more suitable for filling complex, inaccessible or small spaces. It is commonly used for tiling. For more information see: Grout.		Grout is fluid, viscous material that is used to fill and seal gaps. It is similar to mortar, but the water concentration is greater and it is less stiff which makes it more suitable for filling complex, inaccessible or small spaces. It is commonly used for tiling. For more information see: Grout.

−	Caulk is a commonly used filler used by decorators. It is a flexible filler typically made from acrylics or silicone, that dries quickly, but remains flexible, and so it suitable for use where movement may be expected (such as between a plaster wall and a timber skirting). Historically caulk was made from fibrous materials that could be driven between boards, pipes and so on to make them waterproof, and rope caulks are still available.	+	Caulk is a commonly used filler used by decorators. It is a flexible filler typically made from acrylics or silicone, that dries quickly, but remains flexible, and so it is suitable for use where movement may be expected (such as between a plaster wall and a timber skirting). Historically caulk was made from fibrous materials that could be driven between boards, pipes and so on to make them waterproof, and rope caulks are still available.

	Silicone is a man-made polymer that is derived from silicon. It is a class of silicon-based chemical compounds that can be used to form flexible, adhesive, waterproof joints, for example around baths and showers.		Silicone is a man-made polymer that is derived from silicon. It is a class of silicon-based chemical compounds that can be used to form flexible, adhesive, waterproof joints, for example around baths and showers.

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	In the construction industry, fillers are generally either:		In the construction industry, fillers are generally either:

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In the construction industry, fillers are generally either:

* Materials that are added to other materials to modify them, making them cheaper, lighter and so on, or to create a separation between materials.
* Materials that are used to fill gaps in constructions, such as cracks, holes and joints.

Fillers for gaps have a range of densities, drying times, waterproofing, breathability, adhesive qualities, flexibility, colour, coarseness and so on depending on the required use.

For example, mortar can be considered a filler, as it effectively fills the gaps between bricks or stones. For more information see: Mortar.

Grout is fluid, viscous material that is used to fill and seal gaps. It is similar to mortar, but the water concentration is greater and it is less stiff which makes it more suitable for filling complex, inaccessible or small spaces. It is commonly used for tiling. For more information see: Grout.

Caulk is a commonly used filler that is used by decorators. It is a flexible filler typically made from acrylics or silicone, that dries quickly, but remains flexible, and so it suitable for use where movement may be expected. Historically caulk was made from fibrous materials driven between boards, pipes and so on to make them waterproof, and rope caulks are still available.

Silicone is a man-made polymer that is derived from silicon, a class of silicon-based chemical compounds that can be used to form flexible, adhesive, waterproof joints, for example around baths and showers.

Putty is made by mixing a finely ground chalk (whiting) with linseed. It is commonly used in traditional glazing to seal panes of glass into timber frames. Synthetic putty can be made using polybutene.

Dry fillers are available in a powdered form, and typically consist of a powdered aggregate and an adhesive, to which water is added to the required consistency. They are can generally be sanded when dry to a smooth finish and can then be painted with conventional paints.

Ready mix fillers are essentially dry fillers that have been pre-mixed so they are ready to use. They come in different degrees of stiffness, coarseness adhesion and flexibility depending on the use for which they are required. They also come in multi-purpose forms which are suitable for most common applications.

Highly adhesive fillers are available which not only fill gaps, but also bond the items on either side of the gap, combining the properties of a filler and a glue. These are not commonly used as a substitute for nails.

Expanding foams are available for large, complex or difficult to reach gaps. They expand significantly on being discharged from a can to fill almost any size or shape of hole.

= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =

* Adhesives.
* Binding agent.
* Grout.
* Mastic sealant.
* Mortar.
* Sealants.
* Plaster.
* Render.

[[Category:Products_/_components]]

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	In the construction industry, fillers are generally either:		In the construction industry, fillers are generally either:

−	* Materials that are added to other materials to modify them, making them cheaper, lighter and so on~~, or to~~ create a separation between materials.	+	* Materials that are added to other materials to modify them, making them cheaper, lighter and so on.
		+	* Materials that create separation between other materials.
	* Materials that are used to fill gaps in constructions, such as cracks, holes and joints.		* Materials that are used to fill gaps in constructions, such as cracks, holes and joints.

−	Fillers for gaps have a range of densities, drying times, waterproofing, breathability, adhesive qualities, flexibility, colour, coarseness and so on depending on the required use.	+	Fillers for gaps have a wide range of densities, drying times, waterproofing, breathability, adhesive qualities, flexibility, colour, coarseness and so on depending on the required use.

	For example, mortar can be considered a filler, as it effectively fills the gaps between bricks or stones. For more information see: Mortar.		For example, mortar can be considered a filler, as it effectively fills the gaps between bricks or stones. For more information see: Mortar.
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	Grout is fluid, viscous material that is used to fill and seal gaps. It is similar to mortar, but the water concentration is greater and it is less stiff which makes it more suitable for filling complex, inaccessible or small spaces. It is commonly used for tiling. For more information see: Grout.		Grout is fluid, viscous material that is used to fill and seal gaps. It is similar to mortar, but the water concentration is greater and it is less stiff which makes it more suitable for filling complex, inaccessible or small spaces. It is commonly used for tiling. For more information see: Grout.

−	Caulk is a commonly used filler ~~that is~~ used by decorators. It is a flexible filler typically made from acrylics or silicone, that dries quickly, but remains flexible, and so it suitable for use where movement may be expected. Historically caulk was made from fibrous materials driven between boards, pipes and so on to make them waterproof, and rope caulks are still available.	+	Caulk is a commonly used filler used by decorators. It is a flexible filler typically made from acrylics or silicone, that dries quickly, but remains flexible, and so it suitable for use where movement may be expected (such as between a plaster wall and a timber skirting). Historically caulk was made from fibrous materials that could be driven between boards, pipes and so on to make them waterproof, and rope caulks are still available.

−	Silicone is a man-made polymer that is derived from silicon, a class of silicon-based chemical compounds that can be used to form flexible, adhesive, waterproof joints, for example around baths and showers.	+	Silicone is a man-made polymer that is derived from silicon. It is a class of silicon-based chemical compounds that can be used to form flexible, adhesive, waterproof joints, for example around baths and showers.

−	Putty is made by mixing a finely ground chalk (whiting) with linseed. It is commonly used in traditional glazing to seal panes of glass into timber frames. Synthetic putty can be made using polybutene.	+	Putty is made typically by mixing a finely ground chalk (whiting) with linseed oil. It is commonly used in traditional glazing to seal panes of glass into timber frames. Synthetic putty can be made using polybutene.

−	Dry fillers are available in a powdered form, and typically consist of a powdered aggregate and an adhesive, to which water is added to the required consistency. They ~~are~~ can generally be sanded when dry to a smooth finish and can then be painted with conventional paints.	+	Dry fillers are available in a powdered form, and typically consist of a powdered aggregate and an adhesive, to which water is added to the required consistency. They can generally be sanded when dry to a smooth finish and can then be painted with conventional paints.

	Ready mix fillers are essentially dry fillers that have been pre-mixed so they are ready to use. They come in different degrees of stiffness, coarseness adhesion and flexibility depending on the use for which they are required. They also come in multi-purpose forms which are suitable for most common applications.		Ready mix fillers are essentially dry fillers that have been pre-mixed so they are ready to use. They come in different degrees of stiffness, coarseness adhesion and flexibility depending on the use for which they are required. They also come in multi-purpose forms which are suitable for most common applications.

−	Highly adhesive fillers are available which not only fill gaps, but also bond the items on either side of the gap, combining the properties of a filler and a glue. These are ~~not~~ commonly used as a substitute for nails.	+	Highly-adhesive fillers are available which not only fill gaps, but also bond the items on either side of the gap, combining the properties of a filler and a glue. These are now commonly used as a substitute for nails.

−	Expanding foams are available for large, complex or difficult to reach gaps. They expand significantly on being discharged from a can to fill almost any size or shape of hole.	+	Expanding foams are available for large, complex or difficult to reach gaps. They expand significantly on being discharged from a can to fill almost any size or shape or hole.

	= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =		= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =