Silicone and other construction sealants are selected by joint type, movement, substrate, exposure, finish and compatibility. The current category label “Silicon” is commonly used by shoppers, but “Silicone & Sealants” is the more accurate visible product description.
Sealant is not the same as adhesive
A sealant is designed to fill or seal a joint and may accommodate movement. An adhesive is primarily used to bond materials. Some products have hybrid functions, but they should be described according to the manufacturer data rather than placed in both categories automatically.
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Safety, ventilation and maintenance
Read the label and SDS before use. Ventilation, PPE, storage and disposal requirements vary. Sealants should not be used for a potable-water, food-contact, glazing, fire-rated or other specialised application unless the product documentation expressly supports it.
Check substrates and joint design
Compatibility can depend on porous or non-porous substrates, primer, joint width and depth, backing material, movement and exposure. Some products can stain or interact with particular surfaces.
Tooling, skin time and cure
Skin time, tooling time and cure rate are not identical. Temperature, humidity and joint dimensions can affect the result. Publish the manufacturer’s conditions and avoid a single guaranteed cure time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is silicon the same as silicone sealant?
“Silicon” is the element; “silicone” is the polymer commonly used in sealants. The existing category can retain its URL, while visible copy should use the accurate product term.
Can one sealant be used on every material?
No. Check compatible substrates, primer, joint dimensions, movement, exposure and exclusions in the TDS.
How long does sealant take to cure?
How long does sealant take to cure?
What colour sealants are available?
Colours vary by product. Show the named colour and a swatch where available, while noting that screens and batches may differ.
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Colours vary by product. Show the named colour and a swatch where available, while noting that screens and batches may differ.