im removing all the old caulk, i was just wondering whats the best type latex polyurethane silcone?
2007-09-08 11:42:52 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
I like the fact that Q&A offers so many of us to ask and answer. It's obvious that in these answers you'll get personal preference answers through various experiences.
Latex will degrade, but is sold with Silicone blended in. I prefer Silicone for my work, but it isn't "paintable" with any latex based paint.
No matter what you choose or use, you should probably be aware that any LIFE TIME claims don't strictly apply. Certainly variables in the exterior environment dictate the strength and longevity of ANYTHING.
The most important consideration, for any home owner, should be Maintenance, and checking on some regular basis; the condition of every aspect of the house. Exterior caulk should at least be checked annually if not seasonally. That might be a valid notion after an extremely hot Summer, or Extreme Winter.
When caulking anything on the exterior I suggest a couple other considerations. WILL you choose to; or have to paint after the fact? OR, if it doesn't matter you might choose a CLEAR caulk no matter the paint job beneath. As I mentioned above; Silcone will not accept latex paint, nor might an Oil based caulk.
It's pretty much your choice depending on the factors and variables; what caulk you choose.
Steven Wolf
2007-09-08 12:36:26 · answer #1 · answered by DIY Doc 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Intended for exterior applications such as sealing the gap where siding meets windows, Silicone latex caulk has a silicone additive that helps it perform well in areas exposed to water.
2014-11-21 06:05:20 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A good quality exterior latex caulk. It will expand and contract with the changes of the seasons and still provide a tight weather resistant year round seal.
2007-09-08 18:51:54 · answer #3 · answered by JD 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Buy OSI oil based caulking.Its the best for all seasons.Latex caulk will mold and crack,oil base will not.I have used this caulk for over twenty years with out a single "call back".
2007-09-08 19:08:46 · answer #4 · answered by snowman 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I prefer siliconized latex caulk
easier clean up with a good adhesion and durability
you probably want the paintable caulking
your local home improvement store should have a wide variety of colors available as well
2007-09-08 20:25:47 · answer #5 · answered by TnA Inc. 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
40yr. exterior caulk... make sure you can paint it.
2007-09-12 18:39:58 · answer #6 · answered by Stephen L 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋