FAQ

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1. How long do I have to wait after applying the first coat of paint?

We recommend waiting until the drywall surrounding the patch is fully dry (approx. 15-30 minutes depending

on temperature and humidity conditions) before removing the top protective layer. However, you can wait

hours or even days to remove the protective layer if you are not going to apply the final two coats of paint

immediately.

2. What if the protective layer doesn’t come off in one piece when I pull the pop-up tab?

We recommend pulling the tab up and away from the drywall towards yourself in order to release the

protective layer from the patch. If the protective layer does not completely come off in one piece, use your

fingernail to remove the rest of the protective layer prior to applying the next coat of paint.

3. How long before the repair is ready for everyday contact (i.e. what is the final cure time)?

Based on paint manufacturer recommendations, paint may not be fully cure up to 4 weeks after application.

Waiting the full 4 weeks, although may not be necessary, may be ideal prior to exposing to impact or cleaning

to confirm the patch and paint adhesion is fully dry. User will also notice an increase in the invisibility and

blending of the repair into the surrounding drywall as the paint completely dries.

4. Can I clean the repaired surface like I normally would clean my walls?

Yes, you can clean the repaired patched surface, however, we recommend waiting to clean the surface until

after the paint has finished drying (up to 4 weeks based on paint manufacturer recommendations). We also

recommend when cleaning the repaired surface that you use mild soap & water.

5. If I don’t like the position of the patch over the damage, can I remove and reposition the patch?

Once the patch is adhered to the drywall surface, we do not recommend removing and repositioning. This will

significantly impact the patch adhesion to the drywall and may not provide acceptable, permanent, long-

lasting results. To help position the patch properly on the first try, use the gray center circle of the patch as a

guide to align over the center of the damage. Be sure the damaged area does not exceed the gray area.

6. Can this product be used on other types of damages or substrates besides drywall?

DAP Eclipse is specifically designed to repair drywall damage. At this time, we only recommend using this

product for drywall applications.

7. Can I apply drywall mud or spackling over top of the patch?

The unique benefit of DAP Eclipse patches is that you do not need to use drywall mud or spackling to

complete the repair. We do not recommend using joint compound or spackling over top of the patch as it may

not provide acceptable finished results. However, DAP Eclipse is compatible with aerosol spray textures and

textured rollers to complete a texture wall repair.

FREQUENTLY ASKED

QUESTIONS

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 1. How long do I have to wait after applying the first coat of paint? We recommend waiting until the drywall surrounding the patch is fully dry (approx. 15-30 minutes depending on temperature and humidity conditions) before removing the top protective layer. However, you can wait hours or even days to remove the protective layer if you are not going to apply the final two coats of paint immediately. 2.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 8. Can you apply spackling behind the patch to help improve strength/structural integrity? Yes, you can apply spackling or drywall mud behind the patch prior to adhering the patch to provide additional support to your repair. You do not need to wait for the compound to dry prior to applying the patch, however, ensure the surrounding drywall is clean and free of material prior to applying the patch to ensure proper adhesion. 9.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 16. Can I accelerate the dry time of the paint by using a heat gun or hair dryer? We do not recommend using a heat gun to accelerate the paint dry time as heat guns get too hot and may damage the paint or the patch itself. However, a hair dryer, on a cool, low setting at a safe distance from the wall could be used to accelerate the dry time of the paint without interfering with the completed repair. 17.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 23. Does the outline of the patch show through once it’s painted? The Eclipse patches help you achieve an exponentially better repair than other products on the market. Once damage is caused, your walls will never be the same no matter what product your using to repair the damage. The design of the patch does an excellent job of hiding the outline of the patch and providing a superior finished appearance.