Gyprock Rapid Patch

Gyprock Rapid Patch is a fast setting dry powder based compound used for repairing holes, nicks and cracks in plasterboard, fibre cement, timber and masonry. It can also be used as an all-purpose compound for setting plasterboard joints. Once mixed with water, Rapid Patch has a working life of around 20 minutes.
It is a low VOC dry powder compound manufactured by Gyprock in Australia to stringent product specifications.

Product Options

Gyprock Rapid Patch is available in the Gyprock DIY range in a 2kg bag.
If you are looking for an all-in-one solution for repairing dents, cracks or holes in plasterboard, try the Gyprock Rapid Repair Kit which provides a small bag of Rapid patch as well as the tools and accessories you need in one pack.

Application

Mixing

The ideal mix ratio is 1 cup (260grams) of Gyprock Rapid Patch to 150mls of clean water . Mix well to a creamy consistency and use immediately. The working life of Gyprock Rapid Patch is around 20 minutes. Discard mix after set commences.

Small Cracks and Defects

• Fill and allow to set (approx. 40 min) before sanding.
• Use a thicker mix for deep fillings.

For Holes up to 50mm

• Fill the hole with Rapid Patch using a 100mm broadknife and allow to dry.
• Apply a strip of Gyprock Easy Tape to cover the hole.
• Apply 2 coats of Rapid Patch over the tape, allowing them to dry between coats (approx. 20 minutes).
• Lightly sand ready for painting.