Ultra Lite is a vinyl base ready mix joint compound and outperforms its competition with excellent working qualities and great open time. Ultra Lite is approximately 40% lighter than other conventional all purpose ready mix products and is ideal for all phases of finishing. Ultra Lite is designed for all phases of finishing, including taping, topping, filling, patching, skimming, and laminating. Ultra Lite is designed to be used for both hand and taping tools.