USG UltraLightweight vs. Plus 3

[Viper98912]

Hello folks!

I've always used the All Purpose for everything, including finishing on my small projects. I once tried the Topper and honestly didn't like it, probably because I was used to the All Purpose.

I'm wondering if anyone has compared the UltraLightweight vs the Plus 3 for finishing? Any pros or cons in using this to finish up after using the All Purpose as the base/taping?

Thanks

 

[engineer2]

I mostly use All Purpose or whatever is cheap. Just bought some Dust Control because that's all they had in the smaller pails. Tried the Topper once, and didn't see a need for it, but I understand some guys like it for final finishing. I think I used Lightweight a few times and it was fine. Never tried Plus 3. The only one I would definitely avoid is USG Mold Control. I had to throw out half a bucket because... it got moldy!!

 

[Viper98912]

I assume the UltraLightweight is a newer formulation compared to the Plus 3?