Toupret Exterior Masonry Filler Review

Toupret are a French company with dozens of different products designed for filling hundreds of different substrates. They’ve taken the UK by storm!! It is great to get your hands on a filler specially designed for the specific job you want to carry out.

As a decorator, I know this can often lead to a better result. In this blog I’m going to give you my Toupret exterior masonry filler review. All these products are available online, or several different trade counters across the UK. Click here to see online prices.

Toupret Rock Solid Repair Filler (Murex) Review

Toupret Rock Solid Repair filler is an exterior masonry filler capable of filling to almost any depth. It doesn’t contract as it dries, meaning you can often carry out large repairs in one hit. It adheres well to pretty much everything, including loose or chalky masonry. Mixing is very easy, and you end up with a silky-smooth consistency.

A nice loose mix is perfect for surface imperfections, or a stiffer mix for deeper holes. It dries absolutely rock solid!! Because of how stable and dense it is and how well it adheres, you know any repair is going to last years, often longer than the masonry around the repair! Another party trick is there is no flashing, meaning after you’ve painted your masonry, you won’t be able to see where your repair is.

There are a couple of negative things to say about Toupret Rock Solid Repair filler. The first is it has 24-hour curing time which can be a right pain. You can’t paint over it on the same day as you make the repair! Most of the time you can plan around it and do your filling the day before you plan to paint. Sometimes you come across repairs as you’re painting, and you have to come away from the job while the filler dries.

Another negative is how bloody difficult it is to sand down!! As previously mentioned, it dries like rock!! This is great for longevity and I suppose the sanding is a small price to pay, but if you are using it, just be careful not to overfill. One tip is to carry out your sanding before the filler has had time to properly cure.

Overall, despite the drying times and not being able to sand the stuff, Toupret Murex is by far my favorite exterior masonry filler. It is easy to use, and repairs are solid. Not just that, but I know my work will look fantastic for years to come. Available online by clicking here.

Toupret Toupthlith-F Masonry Repair Filler Review

Toupret Murex Vs Toupret Toupthlith-F is like chalk Vs cheese!! They are on completely opposite ends of the spectrum to each other. Toupret Toupthlith-F can be used to fill any depth within reason and it is quick drying, especially on a hot day. Toupthlith-F is easy to sand too, which is refreshing.

There are a lot more negatives about Toupthlith-F than positives I’m afraid. It doesn’t set very hard at all and if the repair becomes wet again, it can turn to mush. Toupret Toupthlith-F stays porous and seems to draw moisture out of its surrounding substrate long after the repair has been made.

This can cause damage when used in sandstone which can hold water anyway. I have had to go back to jobs a year after I have finished them because the paint blistered and discoloured over patches of filler. I do not have enough confidence in this product to use it again. Click here if you’re still interested in buying it.

Toupret Skimcoat Review

Toupret Skimcoat filler comes in ready mixed and as a powder. This is exceptionally smooth and easy to work with. You would normally use Skimcoat to surface fill and because of its consistency, you can spread a very thin layer over large areas of stonework with ease.

The cure time for Toupret skimcoat is around 24 hours and you can’t use it for blemishes over 5mm deep. Although it does have these limitations, this is a fantastic product. You will not be able to achieve a flatter, smoother finish with any other product. Sanding is relatively easy too and the flexibility and high adhesion of this product means repairs will always last. 

Summary

Where to Buy Toupret Fillers

Both of these products are available just about anywhere including almost any trade paint counter and even screwfix (this gives you some indication of Toupret’s popularity). The best range of Toupret fillers I have found online is The Paint Shed. Click here to see online prices.

What Tools Will I Need to Apply Toupret Masonry Filler

When you’re working outside and filling render, having the correct tools for the job will make a big difference. Quality filling knives in different sizes will help you shape and sculpt your filler. There are plenty of good filling knives on the market, but unless you already have a selection, I recommend the ROLLINGDOG multi-pack. This contains 4 great quality filling knives of various sizes for a great price. Click here to see online prices.

You may also need a few other bits, like a kettle to mix your Toupret Masonry Filler, sandpaper, and dust sheets. I have included Amazon links below.

FAQS

Can you use interior filler outside?

Interior filler isn’t designed to cope with the moisture it would be exposed to if you were to use it outside, so would breakdown after a short period. I recommend using a specialist masonry filler.

Does paint fill cracks on masonry?

Masonry paint does fill hairline cracks. If you have lots of cracks to fill, go for ‘textured’ masonry paint. You need to use filler on larger cracks.

Do you need to prime Toupret masonry filler?

Nope. Allow it the proper cure time after application. Then sand, dust off, and apply two coats of masonry paint. If you’re painting over large patches of filler, then you should dilute the first coat of paint to aid adhesion.

What filler will last longest on exterior masonry?

Toupret Rock Solid Filler (formally called Murex) will last longest on exterior masonry. It is cement based, has great adhesion, and dries very hard.

Is multipurpose filler good for masonry repairs?

I have never had a good experience with “multipurpose” fillers. They tend to flash when you use them inside and they don’t last when used outside.