Caulk - Revision history

Designing Buildings at 14:58, 29 November 2022

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	It is possible to caulk over old acrylic caulk, unless the old caulk is oily, dirty or has deteriorated significantly (in which case, the new caulk will not adhere). Caulk should not be applied over old caulk that is wet or has mould or mildew.		It is possible to caulk over old acrylic caulk, unless the old caulk is oily, dirty or has deteriorated significantly (in which case, the new caulk will not adhere). Caulk should not be applied over old caulk that is wet or has mould or mildew.

−	= Related articles on Designing Buildings ~~Wiki~~ =	+	= Related articles on Designing Buildings =

	* Adhesives.		* Adhesives.

Designing Buildings at 14:56, 29 November 2022

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	* Adhesives.		* Adhesives.
	* Binding agent.		* Binding agent.
		+	* Caulk v silicone sealant.
	* Fillers.		* Fillers.
	* Grout.		* Grout.

Designing Buildings at 07:47, 29 January 2021

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	* Putty.		* Putty.

−	[[Category:DCN_Product_Knowledge]] [[Category:Products_/_components]]	+	[[Category:DCN_Definition]] [[Category:DCN_Guidance]] [[Category:DCN_Product_Knowledge]] [[Category:Products_/_components]]

Designing Buildings at 13:01, 3 November 2020

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	* Sealants.		* Sealants.
	* Plaster.		* Plaster.
		+	* Putty.

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Designing Buildings at 05:37, 2 April 2020

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−	[[File:Caulk_800.jpg\|link=File:Caulk_800.jpg]]Caulk is filler material commonly used by decorators. Most caulks are more rigid than sealants when they dry and can be used where movement or leakage can occur - as long as significant expansion or contraction is not anticipated.	+	[[File:Caulk_800.jpg\|link=File:Caulk_800.jpg]]Caulk is filler material commonly used by decorators. Most caulks are more rigid than sealants, but more flexible than other fillers when they dry and can be used where movement or leakage can occur - as long as significant expansion or contraction is not anticipated.

−	Historically, caulk was made from fibrous materials that could be driven between boards, pipes and so on to make them waterproof.	+	Historically, caulk was made from fibrous materials that could be driven between boards, pipes and so on to make them waterproof. Rope caulks are still available and are primarily used to reduce drafts, and sound transmission, especially around windows.

−	Modern caulk is also waterproof. It is typically made from acrylics, vinyl or silicone. These materials dry quickly and remain flexible.	+	Modern caulk is also waterproof. It is typically made from acrylics, vinyl or silicone. These materials dry quickly and remain relatively flexible. It can be used to close small gaps and crevices. It prevents air, insects, rodents and dust from compromising the integrity of seals, spaces and structures.

−	~~Caulk shrinks after it dries to close small gaps and crevices. It prevents air, insects, rodents and dust from compromising the integrity of seals, spaces and structures.~~	+	Acrylic caulk can be painted after it has dried completely. However, painted caulk can crack if it is applied in temperatures lower than four degrees Celsius. Silicone caulk cannot be painted.
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−	~~Rope caulks are still available and are primarily used to reduce drafts, especially around windows. Caulk can also improve energy efficiency in other ways while decreasing unwanted noise in buildings.~~	+
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−	Acrylic ~~caulks~~ can be painted after it has dried completely. However, painted caulk can crack if it is applied in temperatures lower than four degrees Celsius. Silicone caulk cannot be painted.	+

	Caulk is generally sold in cartridges that can be inserted into caulking guns. This technique helps to control the application process. If spills and smears occur during the process, they can be cleaned up with water rather than solvents.		Caulk is generally sold in cartridges that can be inserted into caulking guns. This technique helps to control the application process. If spills and smears occur during the process, they can be cleaned up with water rather than solvents.
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	* Plaster.		* Plaster.

−	[[Category:Products_/_components]]	+	[[Category:Products_/_components]] [[Category:DCN_Product_Knowledge]]

Editor at 16:10, 1 April 2020

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−	[[File:Caulk_800.jpg\|link=File:Caulk_800.jpg]]Caulk is filler material commonly used by decorators. Most caulks are rigid ~~when dry (unlike~~ sealants~~), so~~ they can be used where movement or leakage can occur - as long as significant expansion or contraction is not anticipated.	+	[[File:Caulk_800.jpg\|link=File:Caulk_800.jpg]]Caulk is filler material commonly used by decorators. Most caulks are more rigid than sealants when they dry and can be used where movement or leakage can occur - as long as significant expansion or contraction is not anticipated.

	Historically, caulk was made from fibrous materials that could be driven between boards, pipes and so on to make them waterproof.		Historically, caulk was made from fibrous materials that could be driven between boards, pipes and so on to make them waterproof.
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	It is possible to caulk over old acrylic caulk, unless the old caulk is oily, dirty or has deteriorated significantly (in which case, the new caulk will not adhere). Caulk should not be applied over old caulk that is wet or has mould or mildew.		It is possible to caulk over old acrylic caulk, unless the old caulk is oily, dirty or has deteriorated significantly (in which case, the new caulk will not adhere). Caulk should not be applied over old caulk that is wet or has mould or mildew.
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		+	= Related articles on Designing Buildings Wiki =
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		+	* Adhesives.
		+	* Binding agent.
		+	* Fillers.
		+	* Grout.
		+	* Mastic sealant.
		+	* Mortar.
		+	* Sealants.
		+	* Plaster.

	[[Category:Products_/_components]]		[[Category:Products_/_components]]

Editor at 15:51, 1 April 2020

2020-04-01T15:51:12Z

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	[[File:Caulk_800.jpg\|link=File:Caulk_800.jpg]]Caulk is filler material commonly used by decorators. Most caulks are rigid when dry (unlike sealants), so they can be used where movement or leakage can occur - as long as significant expansion or contraction is not anticipated.		[[File:Caulk_800.jpg\|link=File:Caulk_800.jpg]]Caulk is filler material commonly used by decorators. Most caulks are rigid when dry (unlike sealants), so they can be used where movement or leakage can occur - as long as significant expansion or contraction is not anticipated.

−	Historically, caulk was made from fibrous materials that could be driven between boards, pipes and so on to make them waterproof. Modern caulk is typically made from acrylics, vinyl or silicone. These materials dry quickly and remain flexible.	+	Historically, caulk was made from fibrous materials that could be driven between boards, pipes and so on to make them waterproof.
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		+	Modern caulk is also waterproof. It is typically made from acrylics, vinyl or silicone. These materials dry quickly and remain flexible.

	Caulk shrinks after it dries to close small gaps and crevices. It prevents air, insects, rodents and dust from compromising the integrity of seals, spaces and structures.		Caulk shrinks after it dries to close small gaps and crevices. It prevents air, insects, rodents and dust from compromising the integrity of seals, spaces and structures.

Editor at 15:47, 1 April 2020

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	Caulk shrinks after it dries to close small gaps and crevices. It prevents air, insects, rodents and dust from compromising the integrity of seals, spaces and structures.		Caulk shrinks after it dries to close small gaps and crevices. It prevents air, insects, rodents and dust from compromising the integrity of seals, spaces and structures.

−	Rope caulks are still available and are primarily used to reduce ~~window~~ drafts. Caulk can also improve energy efficiency in other ways while ~~reducing~~ unwanted noise in buildings.	+	Rope caulks are still available and are primarily used to reduce drafts, especially around windows. Caulk can also improve energy efficiency in other ways while decreasing unwanted noise in buildings.

	Acrylic caulks can be painted after it has dried completely. However, painted caulk can crack if it is applied in temperatures lower than four degrees Celsius. Silicone caulk cannot be painted.		Acrylic caulks can be painted after it has dried completely. However, painted caulk can crack if it is applied in temperatures lower than four degrees Celsius. Silicone caulk cannot be painted.

Editor at 15:45, 1 April 2020

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	Historically, caulk was made from fibrous materials that could be driven between boards, pipes and so on to make them waterproof. Modern caulk is typically made from acrylics, vinyl or silicone. These materials dry quickly and remain flexible.		Historically, caulk was made from fibrous materials that could be driven between boards, pipes and so on to make them waterproof. Modern caulk is typically made from acrylics, vinyl or silicone. These materials dry quickly and remain flexible.

−	Caulk ~~can~~ close small gaps and crevices ~~to prevent~~ air, insects, rodents and dust from compromising the integrity of seals, spaces and structures. Rope caulks are still available and are primarily used to reduce window drafts. Caulk can also improve energy efficiency in other ways while reducing unwanted noise in buildings.	+	Caulk shrinks after it dries to close small gaps and crevices. It prevents air, insects, rodents and dust from compromising the integrity of seals, spaces and structures.
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		+	Rope caulks are still available and are primarily used to reduce window drafts. Caulk can also improve energy efficiency in other ways while reducing unwanted noise in buildings.

	Acrylic caulks can be painted after it has dried completely. However, painted caulk can crack if it is applied in temperatures lower than four degrees Celsius. Silicone caulk cannot be painted.		Acrylic caulks can be painted after it has dried completely. However, painted caulk can crack if it is applied in temperatures lower than four degrees Celsius. Silicone caulk cannot be painted.
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	Caulk is generally sold in cartridges that can be inserted into caulking guns. This technique helps to control the application process. If spills and smears occur during the process, they can be cleaned up with water rather than solvents.		Caulk is generally sold in cartridges that can be inserted into caulking guns. This technique helps to control the application process. If spills and smears occur during the process, they can be cleaned up with water rather than solvents.

−	It is possible to caulk over old acrylic caulk, unless the old caulk is oily, dirty or has deteriorated significantly (in which case, the new caulk will not adhere).	+	It is possible to caulk over old acrylic caulk, unless the old caulk is oily, dirty or has deteriorated significantly (in which case, the new caulk will not adhere). Caulk should not be applied over old caulk that is wet or has mould or mildew.

	[[Category:Products_/_components]]		[[Category:Products_/_components]]

Editor at 15:38, 1 April 2020

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−	[[File:Caulk_800.jpg\|link=File:Caulk_800.jpg]]Caulk is filler material commonly used by decorators. Most caulks are rigid when dry (unlike sealants), so they can be used where movement or leakage can occur - as long as significant expansion or contraction ~~of the materials does~~ not ~~take place~~.	+	[[File:Caulk_800.jpg\|link=File:Caulk_800.jpg]]Caulk is filler material commonly used by decorators. Most caulks are rigid when dry (unlike sealants), so they can be used where movement or leakage can occur - as long as significant expansion or contraction is not anticipated.

	Historically, caulk was made from fibrous materials that could be driven between boards, pipes and so on to make them waterproof. Modern caulk is typically made from acrylics, vinyl or silicone. These materials dry quickly and remain flexible.		Historically, caulk was made from fibrous materials that could be driven between boards, pipes and so on to make them waterproof. Modern caulk is typically made from acrylics, vinyl or silicone. These materials dry quickly and remain flexible.

−	Caulk can close gaps and crevices to prevent air, insects, rodents and dust from compromising the integrity of seals, spaces and structures. Rope caulks are still available and are primarily used to reduce window drafts. Caulk can also improve energy efficiency in other ways while reducing unwanted noise in buildings.	+	Caulk can close small gaps and crevices to prevent air, insects, rodents and dust from compromising the integrity of seals, spaces and structures. Rope caulks are still available and are primarily used to reduce window drafts. Caulk can also improve energy efficiency in other ways while reducing unwanted noise in buildings.

−	Acrylic caulks can be painted~~, which adds to its aesthetic appeal~~. However, painted caulk can crack if it is applied in temperatures lower than four degrees Celsius.	+	Acrylic caulks can be painted after it has dried completely. However, painted caulk can crack if it is applied in temperatures lower than four degrees Celsius. Silicone caulk cannot be painted.

	Caulk is generally sold in cartridges that can be inserted into caulking guns. This technique helps to control the application process. If spills and smears occur during the process, they can be cleaned up with water rather than solvents.		Caulk is generally sold in cartridges that can be inserted into caulking guns. This technique helps to control the application process. If spills and smears occur during the process, they can be cleaned up with water rather than solvents.

−	It is possible to caulk over old caulk, unless the old caulk is oily (in which case, the new caulk will not adhere).	+	It is possible to caulk over old acrylic caulk, unless the old caulk is oily, dirty or has deteriorated significantly (in which case, the new caulk will not adhere).

	[[Category:Products_/_components]]		[[Category:Products_/_components]]