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.

Typically PVA adhesives dry clear. But occasionally in low temperatures remaining moisture content can end up leaving behind an undesirable milky white colour instead. Nevertheless there are ways to ensure your PVA glue always goes unseen.

The answer is simply no. Instead always use a specialist sealant to seal around baths, showers, and wet areas. Ideally this will be a silicone or modified silicone sealant that contains a fungicide. Unlike caulk using a good silicone will provide flexible joints that prevent long term water damage from leaks and mold growth.

Decorators caulk is a fast drying acrylic filler that's designed for quickly filling small gaps between things like skirting boards and plaster walls. It offers low levels of flexibility and can be painted over with most types of paint.