Whether dry or wet: QuikSteel can be excellently applied and worked on all surfaces. You can work not only on metal but also on wood, glass, stone, and many other materials. No long waiting: QuikSteel dries in just 5 minutes and hardens within 1 hour. You can complete your repairs quickly and easily. And here's how simple it is: Cut off the required amount and knead it until it forms a uniform mass. If the putty gets warm, process it within 3 minutes.