Frequent Questions About Sealants and Adhesives

Removing old silicone sealants can be troublesome, especially when they have hardened over time. White spirit can help soften and loosening old silicone, but it is by no means the best or most effective solution.

In short the answer is a resounding yes. In fact, Hippo Prestige silicone sealants feature a number of unique properties that make them an ideal choice for use in a demanding bathroom, wet room or shower environments.

RAL sealant colours refer to any type of sealant that is manufactured to dry in finish to match the precise colour standards of the RAL colour system. Choosing a RAL colour helps you to ensure colour uniformity across different manufacturers, materials and projects.

Expanding glue is moisture activated, so generally speaking applying it to damp surfaces means that it will expand more. Therefore, to keep your job neat and tidy, always use this type of glue sparingly and for high strength joints we recommend that you use clamps while it dries.