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Sealant Application Best Practices
Techniques for applying silicone sealant for a watertight and aesthetic finish.
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Sealant Application Best Practices
A perfect silicone bead is the signature of a professional installation.
Application Techniques
- Surface Cleaning: Use isopropyl alcohol to clean bonding surfaces before application.
- Bead Consistency: Maintain constant gun speed and trigger pressure.
- Tooling: Tool the bead immediately after application for smooth finish.
- Cure Time: Allow full 24-hour cure before water exposure.