Seal

No. Alcohol based cleaners should not be used for cleaning surfaces as alcohol inhibits the cure of silicones. Soaps or detergents used to clean the surface must be rinsed away thoroughly with clean water to ensure that all traces of the soaps are removed before sealing.

No, Home Silicone Sealant cannot be painted over. For best results, ensure any painting is completed before applying the sealant. The sealant forms a skin in approximately 45 minutes under normal conditions. Full curing typically takes around 24 hours per 2 mm thickness, depending on temperature and humidity.

Wet and dried adhesive on applicator tools can be cleaned with acetone, thinners or parrafin. Please refer to the Technical Data Sheet of the specific product for more information.

Cured sealant must be removed mechanically with a sharp knife or chemically with Bostik Silicone Stripper. Always test on a small surface first.

Uncured silicone can be removed from the hands or tools using a clean solvent soaked cloth, e.g. turpentine or paraffin. If removing uncured silicone from clothing, check fabric colour fastness before applying solvents.

To maximize the shelf life of an opened silicone cartridge, we recommend that the nozzle be removed and a piece of plastic placed over the cartridge tip after which the nozzle must be screwed back on. A large screw inserted into the nozzle tip also helps to extend the life. Store in a cool environment.

The sealant forms a skin in approximately 45 minutes under normal conditions. Full curing typically takes around 24 hours per 2 mm thickness, depending on temperature and humidity.

Marine silicone dries to touch in approximately 25 minutes and reaches full cure in about 24 hours (depending on conditions and thickness).

For best results, clean silicone sealant while it is still uncured using a solvent such as turpentine or paraffin and a clean cloth. Once cured, the sealant can only be removed mechanically, for example with a sharp knife, or with a dedicated silicone remover.

Cured silicone sealant cannot simply be dissolved. It must be removed either mechanically or by using a specialised silicone stripper designed to break down the material.

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Yes, it is suitable for aquariums. The formula does not contain fungicides, which could be harmful to fish, making it appropriate for fish tank construction once fully cured.

The shelf life of adhesives varies from product to product, but typically ranges between one and two years from the date of manufacture when unopened and stored correctly in dry conditions - usually between +5°C and +25°C. Once opened, the life of the product will be more limited – this is dictated by variables including the type of adhesive, how it is stored, and how much adhesive is left unused. For more information, refer to the product’s Technical Data Sheet.

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