Old Masters Putty Sticks fill nail holes, deep scratches and mitered joints in wood that is already finished. Each is a solid 1/2 oz wax stick, so there is nothing to mix. Old Masters lists them for cabinets, woodwork, paneling and veneers, and says they also work on vinyl, leather and craft projects. This collection carries nine of the ten Old Masters colors: Natural, Light Brown, Medium Brown, Dark Brown, Deep Brown, Red Brown, Mahogany, Gray and Black.
How to use a putty stick (Old Masters directions)
- Use it after the final finish coat has hardened.
- Test the color and the result in a hidden spot first.
- Rub the stick over the nail hole, miter or scratch until it is filled, then wipe off the extra putty with a cloth.
- A little mineral spirits on the cloth helps remove the excess.
The Old Masters safety data sheet (rev 21-Dec-2021) lists the stick as a solid paraffin wax product with a flash point of 390°F and answers No to fire hazard in its hazard categories.
Putty stick, Scratchide pen or wood filler?
A putty stick is for finished wood: Old Masters says it goes on after the final finish coat. For bare wood you plan to sand and stain, use a hardening filler from our wood filler and putty collection instead. For a surface scratch that only needs color, an Old Masters Scratchide touch-up pen is the faster fix, and the two come in the same color names, so you can fill with the stick and blend the edges with the pen.
Shop related: all Old Masters products, Color Putty, Old Masters Gel Stain, cabinet refinishing, and the furniture refinishing project cart.
FAQ
Can I put a putty stick on before the finish?
No. Old Masters says to use it after the final finish coat has hardened.
Which color should I pick?
Match the finished color of the piece, not the bare wood, since the stick goes in after the final coat. Old Masters recommends testing the color on the surface before you fill.
Does it work on anything besides wood?
Old Masters says putty sticks may also be used on vinyl, leather and craft projects.
Shipping and returns?
Orders of $35 or more qualify for free standard shipping within the 48 contiguous states and Washington, DC. For return eligibility and instructions, see our refund policy.
Sources: myoldmasters.com Putty Stick product page (directions, uses, colors, product numbers 32401-32410); Old Masters Putty Stick safety data sheet 32401-32410 (rev 21-Dec-2021).
