The Internet Is Fighting Over "Wall Chapstick"

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Earlier this week, Atlanta-based DIY-er Jordan Miller posted a video of herself patching up a few pin-sized holes in her wall with what looks exactly like oversized chapstick. Just like how you would treat your dry, flakey skin, Erase-a-Hole has the perfect solution in its Drywall Putty. Compatible with a range of common wall materials, including wood, plaster, drywall, and sheetrock, this heavy-duty, water-based formula smooths over cracks and holes to create a flush blank canvas that's ready to paint. If you watch the video quickly, it seems like a solid product, but dig a little deeper in the comments section and people had thoughts. Instagram users did not hold back when duking it out over wall chapstick.

For starters, naysayers think there are better alternatives to the drywall putty. "Use some spackle like a normal person?" one user commented. "It takes less time, it's easier, it has less mess, it's all-around better. Why waste your time?" another quipped. "[I don’t know] why this pissed me off." A third person said the putty is for "lazy people."

Meanwhile, other followers were quick to call out the haters and make a case for what we think will become an instant and easy solution for home improvements. One supporter said, "This is so nifty. I don’t understand why everyone is being so negative." Another argued, "It's pocket spackle everyone. Leave her alone, this is so convenient." (We told you, the conversation got heated!)

If you're wondering what Miller thought of her test run with wall chapstick, peep her caption, which reads, "Seriously idk why they didn’t name this wall chapstick. My opinion!? I actually dig it. It's an easy way to fill small nail holes."

So, how does this seemingly too-good-to-be-true product work? It's shockingly easy. Simply glide the stick directly atop the problem area in gentle motions—much like you would a chapstick—wipe off the excess, then add a fresh coat of your preferred paint when the putty is fully dry. Give it a full day to dry completely.

Regardless of which side you're on in this great debate, knowing how to fill in those pesky cracks and holes is a must. If you have $13 to spare, you may as well give this product a try. Otherwise, we've got you covered with wall care 101 and other helpful repair tips.

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