Caulks & Sealants

Application Guidelines

Caulks & Sealants Calculators:

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Application Temperature:

Above 40°F (4°C)

Service Temperature Range:

0°F to 160°F (-18°C to 71°C)

Method of Application:

Cartridge/caulking gun

Working Time:

Approximately 10-15 minutes for a 1/4" bead

Application Directions:

1. Surfaces must be clean and free from any material that may prevent adequate adhesion. Properly designed joint not to exceed 1/2” in depth. 2. Cut nozzle at 45° angle for a 1/8” to 1/2” bead and place in cartridge gun. 3. Make sure concrete is dried and cured. Apply sealant into clean joint. If necessary, smooth bead immediately with a damp sponge. No tooling is required. Product adheres to most substrates expect polyethylene or polypropylene faced membranes. It is the sole responsibility of the user to thoroughly test any proposed use with all substrates to determine project suitability.

Painting:

The sealant should be dry to the touch and ready to paint in 2-4 hours with a water-based (latex-based) paint.

Cleanup:

Clean uncured material with water. After curing, excess sealant must be cut or scraped away.

Coverage:

Container	1/8” Bead	1/4" Bead	3/8" Bead	1/2" Bead
10.1 oz. Cartridge	123 ft.	31 ft.	14 ft.	8 ft.

Limitations:

Not designed for continuous submersion or use below the waterline. Air, sealant and surface temperature should be above 40°F. Do not apply if rain is expected within 12 hours. Cure time is dependent upon ambient conditions including temperature and humidity. The sealant should be dry to the touch and ready to paint in 2-4 hours with a water-based (latex-based) paint. For other paint types, a compatibility test is recommended. It is highly recommended to use backing material. For best results, store in a dry location at or below 75°F.

50 Year Limited Warranty: If not satisfied with product performance when used as directed, return container and proof of purchase to Franklin International, Inc. for replacement of product. Liability is limited to product replacement only.