Caulks & Sealants

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Are solvent-based, with a life expectancy of two to 10 years. Butyl rubber is good for sealing out water in lap joints, such as gutters. It is...

Tool that applies caulk from cartridges to work area. Ratchet Guns are less expensive, but are more difficult to use. To stop caulk flow on the...

Delivers excellent performance on vinyl, fiber cement, aluminum and wood siding. Combines the best characteristics of polyurethane, silicone...

Used for a variety of jobs, most often around electrical outputs, pipe penetrations and large voids or openings where the elements can infiltrate...

Is good for use around bathtubs and sinks because it resists mold and mildew. It is water resistant and provides excellent adhesion to smooth...

Combines silicone with acrylic latex formulas for improved water resistance. This medium-performance, water-based caulk can withstand greater...

A relative newcomer to the caulk category, synthetic rubber caulk is perhaps the most flexible product on the market. Cures clear and is ideal...

Generally referred to as latex caulks and sealants, water-based caulks are the easiest to work with because they apply easily, are paintable,...

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