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Durabond vs Easy Sand – Key Differences You Should Know

So, you’re planning to buy a joint compound for your needs. There are a lot of products out in the market that may catch the eye, but you would be careful in choosing which to buy.

When it comes to joint compounds, Durabond and Easy Sand are two of the most popular brands right now. It can get confusing for a customer about which product to buy; customer reviews can only be helpful to a certain extent, and direct comparisons are much better.

In this article, I’ll talk about both the products in detail and sate your curiosity about them; they come in two variations; Durabond 45, Durabond 90, Easy Sand 45, and Easy Sand 90. I will answer all your questions, so read on to find out more about Durabond and Easy Sand.

Durabond Vs Easy Sand

DurabondEasy Sand
Comes in different variations like the Durabond 45 and Durabond 90Also comes as Easy Sand 45 and Easy Sand 90, amongst other variations.
Dries harder than Easy Sand.Easier to sand as compared to Durabond.
Sticks better to the application area.Adhesively weaker compared to Durabond
Heavier to work with.Easy, lightweight for fast and smooth finishing.

When Should I Use Durabond

Durabond is a chemically-setting powder compound that is used on drywall exteriors and interiors, which allow same-day joint finishing. They are hard when dried, has a plaster-like surface, and should be sanded before drying.

The characteristics of Durabond make it appropriate for heavy fills, such as the fact that they are low shrinkage and powerful bonding. They can also be used in veneer plaster finish systems by presetting the joints.

When Should I Use Easy Sand

Easy Sand is also a chemically-setting powder compound like Durabond that can be used on drywall exteriors and interiors. The difference is that Easy Sand is more lightweight for handling and easier to sand for fast, smooth finishing.

Easy Sand is great for heavy filling and unaffected by humidity. They can be used for smoothing, filling, and finishing interior concrete ceilings, amongst other things. Laminating gypsum panels to gypsum panels is also one of their uses.

Both the Durabond and Easy Sand are used for virtually the same purpose; it’s just that the characteristics of the products are a bit different.

Is Durabond The Same As Joint Compound

No. Durabond is a setting-type of joint compound. A typical joint compound is mixed with water to create a thick paste with a cake frosting consistency. It is then used with joint fiber tape to seal the joints of drywall so as to create a smooth surface for painting.

As for a setting type, these products come in the form of powder and are also mixed with water before use. Plaster of paris is contained in the product and goes through a chemical hardening process instead of evaporation. This type allows its use in filling heavy fills, which the typical joint compound can’t achieve.

Pros And Cons Of Durabond

Pros

  • Very hard, plaster-like surface when the compound dries.
  • Ideal for heavy fills.
  • Same-day joint finishing.
  • Unaffected by humidity.

Cons

  • Heavy to work with.
  • Need a proper tool for sanding.

Pros And Cons Of Easy Sand

Pros

  • Lightweight and easier to handle.
  • Effortless sanding for a smooth finishing.
  • Unaffected by humidity
  • Low shrinkage.

Cons

  • Doesn’t stick as hard compared to Durabond.

durabond vs easy sand

Durabond 90 Vs Easy Sand 90

Durabond 90 is a product variation with a 90-minute working time and a setting time of 85-130 minutes. The features of the Durabond across all its variations remain the same except for the working time.

The Easy Sand 90 is also basically the same product as all other Easy Sand variations, only that the Easy Sand 90 also has a working time of 90 minutes with a setting time of 85-130 minutes.

The same can be said for a Durabond 45 vs. Easy Sand 45 comparison. The only difference between the product lines is their working times and setting times, and some of the other setting times available are 20, 210, and 300. It depends on what works for your situation.

Other Questions

  1. Can Durabond Be Sanded?

Yes, Durabond can be sanded. But unlike Easy Sand, you would need a proper tool to sand.

  1. Can You Use Durabond Outside?

Yes, you can use Durabond outside without having to worry about anything. They are unaffected by humidity and other natural forces.

  1. Which One Should I Go For?

Both are fantastic products that get their job done. It all depends on your situation and what you need really. Reviews Around the web shows different people have had different experiences with both the products. So go for the one whose features suit your work plan.

  1. What Is The Difference Between Durabond And Easy Sand?

Both the products aren’t really that different from each other. Durabond has stronger bondage and produces a hard surface while sanding it is more challenging. On the other hand, Easy Sand is easier to sand and is lightweight.

Wrapping Up

Taking a good look at both the products and their variations, we can take away that not much is different between the two. Both of them serve the same purpose and do the job well.

Depending on what work plan you have come up with, you can go for either one. I personally use Easy Sand myself because it’s easier to work with. But you could make an argument for Durabond in cases where you need tougher sealing.

Further Reading:

https://www.bobvila.com/articles/joint-compound-vs-spackle/