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Premium Caulk- 10.3oz Tubes
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Availability: In-Stock
Case Quantity: 6 Tubes
Shipping Time: 3-5 Business Days
Warranty: Limited Lifetime
Description:
UV GUARD Premium Caulk is a professional strength sealant that forms a
powerful adhesive bond and remains amazingly flexible, water resistant
and weather-tight for years. It can be used on log home joints,
coated or uncoated wood, sheet metal, masonry, stucco, most foam
boards, drywall and painted surfaces. It is also ideal for caulking
window and door frames, baseboards, molding, siding and trim, corner
joints, pipes and vents. UV GUARD Premium Caulk is an excellent
restoration/repair product for log checks, window and door replacement,
and areas where extreme movement have occurred creating voids or gaps.
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Caulking Application Tips:
- Start with dry logs. Their moisture content should be below 20%.
- Apply log stains before installing the caulking material.
- Clean your logs prior to applying any caulking material. Any loose
debris, dirt, dust or grease could adversely affect the adhesion of
your chinking.
- Install backer rod before applying any log home caulking products. Backer rod is available in closed cell and open cell forms.
- Select a caulking material that is going to be compatible with your
log home stain. If you are unsure about the compatibility of your log
caulking and your log home stain then speak with the manufacturers of
both products.
- Do not apply caulking in direct sunlight. This could lead to blisters in the material.
- Apply 2 to 3 feet of material at a time and then work the material with a foam brush or trowel.
- Use a spray bottle to mist the caulking if it dries too quickly.
- Clean as you go. Soap and water can be used if the material has not dried.
- Caulking should not be installed to a depth greater than 1/4.
- Avoid caulking in the rain or when rain is imminent.
- Caulking should not be applied when temperatures are below 40° or when subfreezing temperatures are expected within 48 hours of application.
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What is the difference between chinking and caulking materials?
Chinking
is an elastic sealing material that has a coarse surface which is
designed to look like old-fashioned mortar and is typically used on
larger joints. Caulking is a highly elastic sealing material that has
no surface texture and is mainly used in smaller joints.
Should I caulk or stain my log home first?
It
is best to apply a stain that is compatible with the caulking first.
The stain acts as a primer for the chinking and normally improves the
overall adhesion of the caulking material. Additionally, it makes the
clean up process for the log home caulking material much easier.
What type of tool should I use in order to apply my caulking material?
Most applicators use foam brushes. Others use steel or plastic trowels.
Do I need to chink or caulk my log home?
At some point you will probably need to caulk or chink your log home.
What do I do to my caulking when its time to re-stain?
Nothing. Simply brush or spray your stain material over top of the existing caulking material.
Can I stain overtop of the caulking on my home?
Yes. Most stains will wet-out and adhere to most caulking products.
Do I need to maintain my caulking material?
No. If the caulking material is properly installed, there should be very little maintenance work down the road.
How do I fix my caulking if it is torn?
The
entire process is rather easy. Begin with a clean surface. Gun the new
caulking material over the torn area, and tool the new caulking
material onto the old caulking material. The old and new caulking
material should bond together. Make sure to get a good bond to the wood.
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Available Colors
UV GUARD Premium Caulk is available in a variety of earth-tone colors. The colors are: White, Stone, Pine, Light Brown, Dark Brown, Golden Honey, Standard Gray, Light Gray, Standard Tan, Clear, Mocha and Western Tan. Custom colors are also available.
Texture
UV GUARD Premium Caulk has a smooth, satin finish when cured.
Recommended Thickness
UV GUARD Premium Caulk should not be applied over 1/4 thick. Refer to the application instructions and estimating guide for more information.
Physical Properties
Composition Acrylic Latex
Viscosity 250,000-350,000 cps
Density 8.0 lbs. / gal ± .1
VOC 31 g/l
pH 8.5-9.0
% Solids 60 ± 1%
Elongation 300%
Temperature
Range -40° F. to 250° F.
Odor Odorless when dry
Toxicity Non-toxic
Shelf Life 2 Years
Stability Salt spray stable
Test Procedure ASTM C-834
Coverage
The guide on the back of this sheet is offered to assist in estimating coverage and quantities required.
Drying Time
UV GUARD Premium Caulk skins over within 30 minutes and will be completely cured within 48 hours under normal conditions. Actual times will vary depending on temperature and relative humidity.
Packaging
UV GUARD Premium Caulk is available in 5 gallon pails, 30 oz. cartridges and 10.3 oz. cartridges.
Storage
UV GUARD Premium Caulk must be protected from freezing and stored in temperatures that do not exceed 90° F. Open containers may be stored by floating a thin film of water (1/16) on the surface of the material, covering it with plastic, and tightly relidding the container.
Clean Up
Clean uncured UV GUARD Premium Caulk immediately from tools, hands and equipment with soap and water. If the material is allowed to dry, it may need to be removed with a solvent.
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