Characteristics of Soudal sealants

Starting repairs in the house, you need to remember both the basic and additional materials, without which it can not do. Important components of the workflow are sealants. Their main task is to seal gaps and cracks. Sealants help protect the material from temperature extremes and excessive moisture, as well as from adverse external influences. When choosing such products you need to focus on the type of work in which the funds will be used.

Soudal sealants have a number of valuable features that highlight their high quality and reliability. These are resistance to ultraviolet rays, good tolerance of moisture and other external influences, ease of use and long service life.

As part of any sealants are polymers. Depending on their type, the characteristics of the product itself are determined. One of the most famous is Soudaflex sealant. It is based on polyurethane, characterized by good adhesion with other materials and elasticity after application. Its use does not cause problems and does not require special skills.

There is a wide range of sealants on the market that are suitable for different purposes. They are packaged in tubes of various sizes and shapes. There are universal, fire-resistant, silicone, sanitary, aquarium tools. Acrylic, silicone and polyurethane types are most commonly used.

Silicone sealants have won the widest popularity. As the name implies, the basis of the tool is silicone. The product is presented on the market in a wide variety of colors - transparent, white, black, beige and bronze.It is the color of the material that affects its basic properties. Used product for external and internal work.

Silicone sealants are divided into neutral and acidic. They can be used for work carried out at high humidity. They stretch to 250 percent, do not lose their properties when the temperature fluctuates from -40 to +100 degrees, under the influence of pressure and other atmospheric phenomena. Also, such tools are well tolerated by mechanical stress. Sealants of this group are in good contact with a large number of surfaces. They can be used when working with concrete, brick, glass and other basics.

The next type is acrylic sealants. They have much in common with silicone, but they also have distinctive features. Means are available in different colors, often used for work carried out indoors. These materials can be used in rooms with high humidity, under the influence of moisture, they do not change their color. They are also resistant to mold and mildew.

Non-moisture resistant sealants of this group have excellent aesthetic properties, often used when assembling furniture.They are ideal for working with wood products (door and window frames, flooring, etc.). Drying means in a short period of time. For example, quick-drying acrylic sealant "Soudal Acrylic Express" can be processed and coated with paints 10-15 minutes after its application.

The most resistant, reliable and durable polyurethane sealants are recognized. They are mainly used for external works, suitable for sealing the seams of construction objects. Like silicone, such agents can stretch up to 250 percent. They are resistant to temperature fluctuations from -40 to +80 degrees, well tolerate most natural phenomena, high humidity and exposure to ultraviolet radiation.

One example of a commonly used sealant from this manufacturer is Soudaflex 14 LM. It is available in 310 and 600 ml volumes. The product is made in white, gray, light and dark brown, dark beige colors. It interacts well with most materials, it is used to seal vertical joints, because it does not flow out of them due to its consistency. Means does not lose properties when coating with paints and varnishes, well withstand loads.

Another popular brand is Soudaflex 40 FC. This sealant is available in the same volume as the previous one, may have a black, white and gray color. Its elasticity allows you to seal vibration-resistant seams, as well as perform many other tasks during construction work. The product interacts well with a large number of materials, often used when working with concrete. It is well tolerated even serious loads, easy to paint.

Sealant Fix All Classic it can be applied both to external, and to internal works. Its distinguishing feature is the ability to interact even with wet materials.The product is chemically neutral, interacts well with most surfaces (from plastics to metals). Means maintains influence of weak alkalis and solvents.

• The surface is prepared first. It must be cleaned, degreased and dried. To sealant did not get on the outer part of the coating, it must be sealed with masking tape.
• When working with sealants it is recommended to use work clothes and gloves.
• The composition is more convenient to apply with the use of an assembly gun. How exactly to use it is usually indicated on the label. The composition should be applied at an angle of 45 degrees. For faster drying it is recommended to avoid the formation of a thick layer. Excess sealant is removed with a spatula.
• Drying time depends on the type of sealant used and on the thickness of the applied strip. Usually this process takes about a day, but the material begins to harden after half an hour.

Soudal sealants are used in various areas of construction and repair work. Their use depends on the type of composition and its properties. For example, sanitary sealants are ideal for work in bathrooms and kitchens. They have high moisture resistance, antibacterial and antifungal properties.

When repairing indoors, preference is given to acrylic compositions. For example, acrylic parquet sealant is designed to work with parquet and laminate. He copes with the consolidation of the profile and many other tasks. Bituminous sealant is used to repair the foundation and roof. It is well resistant to moisture and temperature changes.

Universal formulations are great for working with wood, are used to seal the cracks on the window and door frames. Neutral silicone sealant (for example, Silirub 2) can be used to treat alkaline bases and work with metal. It is characterized by resistance to any weather conditions and is used for both external and internal work.

Aquarium silicone sealant is completely non-toxic.It tolerates water, is flexible and dries quickly. This type of material is used when working in bathrooms and showers, ideal for aquariums.

Heat-resistant high-temperature sealants withstand temperatures up to +300 degrees, so they are suitable for furnaces, chimneys, heating pipes, as well as industrial and electrical work.

In various areas glue-sealant is actively used. Such materials are widely used in the shipbuilding and automotive industries, when working with wood, brick, concrete, stone and other materials.

In the next video you can see how Soudaflex 40 FC sealant is tested.