Have you repeatedly noticed insects lying around in your kitchen, drafts in the bedrooms or even drops of water on the floor and all this although your doors and windows are closed? You undoubtedly have problems with infiltration. It is therefore necessary to carry out a good caulking. However, which sealant to use to solve this problem? Discover here all the reasons that will push your choice towards silicone.

Waterproof putty

The purpose of caulking is above all to prevent any external element such as water from entering your home. To do this, silicone is best suited, because it is of a nameless waterproofness. Indeed, the tightness of the texture of the silicone allows it not to let the external elements pass through.

The silicone therefore clogs all cracks, which makes it very waterproof. Thus, it is usable for cracks around a faucet, a bathtub, and even a sink. It is also very effective for doors and windows. However, their impermeability is noticed only after hardening.

A flexible sealant

The silicone seal after application to the affected part is flexible, regardless of the temperature it is. That is, regardless of the season or the weather, this putty does not lose its density and therefore does not soften or crack at extreme temperatures. Also, it can not be deformed in case of movement of the furniture. They are therefore very useful for window or door caulking.

Resistance of this sealant

Due to its high resistance to mold, silicone sealant is highly recommended for moving parts as well as those with high humidity sensitive to damage caused by water leaks, such as bathrooms and kitchens. Moreover, under high heat, this compound does not soften.

In addition, intense cold has no effect on it, unlike polyurethane foam whose texture is influenced by extreme temperatures. Also, this silicone sealant has a strong resistance to ultraviolet rays and can be cleaned easily. It is also very permeable to gases and is a good electrical insulator.

Silicone: a durable compound

After application, the sealant dries after 30 minutes even in times of humidity. Also, its durability is more than 20 years. Therefore, if it is well applied by a professional and in the standards, this sealant is of a foolproof longevity. In addition, despite its lifespan, the silicone sealant laid does not change color.

It is available in several colors. In addition, being non-corrosive, it does not take on a yellow tint in the long run. It therefore does not attack your furniture and keeps it in good condition and safe from danger for a very long time.

Component adaptable to any material

In addition, thanks to its great flexibility and its components, this sealant can be used on several different materials. It can therefore be applied in carpentry and masonry joints, cracks in the concrete walls of your home. It is also useful if it is necessary to connect a tile to a wall or metal to a wall. It is also effective when it comes to glassware as in the case of replacing a thermos glass for a door or window.

You can also silicone on plastic as fittings as well as on stone, but in this case it must be a special silicone sealant. It is also possible to use foam adhesive seals to dry the thermos glass of the window to avoid catching a cold snap. You can also use it on ceramics, aluminum, vinyl and even on solar panels.

An easy-to-use and environmentally friendly sealant

Being contained in a caulking gun, specially designed for this type of compound, silicone sealant is very easy to use for a simple handyman than for a professional. However, calling on a professional ensures a good job with impeccable finishes and barely visible. As a result, several Montreal caulking or LAVAL caulking companies offer professionals and many other services. In case the window to plug is on the facade of your house, these professionals have the necessary equipment such as a basket to get there easily. This exempts you from the rental of a gondola, as it can be expensive.

A product that is not harmful to the body

In addition, this sealant contains above all, a small amount of toxicity. This makes it harmless to the health of the professional as well as that of the client and the environment. In addition, its resistance to mold prevents it from degrading to produce toxin. Moreover, its smell, although existing, is not unpleasant.

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