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UV Resistance in Sealants

Which sealants have the most UV resistance? Why is UV resistance important? What exactly is UV? Let’s start with the basics. UV is short form of Ultraviolet. Light has UV rays, especially sunlight. UV resistance means the capability not to degrade or alter in the presence of UV. This is important especially in outdoor applications, […]

Suitable substrates for Silicone sealants

In our experience, many general purpose silicone sealants claim to be suitable for most common building materials. While this isn’t wrong, there are limitations to the adhesion of silicones on different materials. The important note: silicone sealants can adhere to most materials, whether porous or non-porous. This includes glass, metal, wood, concrete, cement, stones, plastics […]