<\/span><\/h3>\nUsing one is the most ideal way to fix leaks without carrying out extensive renovation work on your caravan. If you were just to run a search through Google, Bing or your preferred search engine for \u2018caravan sealants\u2019 though, thousands of results would be returned. This might not be helpful if you are completely new to caravan repairs.<\/p>\n
What sealant to use on a caravan?<\/strong><\/p>\nIn this section we will look at the most commonly used caravan sealants and why they might be a great choice for you.<\/p>\n
\n- Polyurethane Sealants.<\/strong>\u00a0Polyurethane sealants are the latest in caravan sealant technology. These are by far the most advanced and effective, providing superior durability and protection compared to the alternatives available. It\u2019s likely that polyurethane sealants have become so popular in recent years because this type of fixing works perfectly with fibreglass. Fibreglass is the material that more newer caravans are built with. It could also be down to the fact that polyurethane sealants can be sanded, painted over and are UV-resistant.<\/li>\n
- Silicone Sealants.<\/strong>\u00a0In general, these are the most popular option for fixing leaks throughout the world. The use of silicone in caravan sealants was a breakthrough and a much more effective option than mastic caulking compounds. Silicone is famous for its incredibly elasticity and strength. This means your leaks can be repaired and the silicone will stay in place longer than the mastic compound. When looking at silicone sealants, though, you need to exercise some degree of caution. While interior cracks and leaks can be fixed using acetic-cure silicone sealants, when glass and ceramic is involved because of its anti-fungal properties, when you are working on leaks and cracks on the outside, you are best using a neutral-cure variant because this won\u2019t corrode the aluminium used in your caravan\u2019s body.<\/li>\n
- Butyl Mastic Sealants (Also known as Caulking Compounds).<\/strong>\u00a0Of the three discussed on this page, caulking compounds are the leak fix that have been used the longest. Inexpensive, paintable and very basic, this is a very effective product. The downside is that it\u2019s only effective in the short-term. Although the outer layer of this compound hardens as it is exposed to the atmosphere, to provide excellent dust, dirt and water resistance, it eventually dries up too much and cracks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/h2>\n<\/span>How to Remove Silicone Sealant from Your Caravan<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nIf you have excess silicone sealant which you want to remove in your caravan, there\u2019s a product available which allows you to do this successfully and safely.<\/p>\n
Silicone sealant removers are most useful here as they work at breaking down the sealant and allowing you to remove it with ease.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s worth noting though that you should work to remove the sealant with care for the surface underneath. Silicone sealant should not be hurriedly scrapped and pulled at as, when it comes loose, it could damage the surface underneath it; mainly any underlying paintwork.<\/p>\n
Some experts recommend applying this gel remover and waiting for a couple of hours, in many cases up to 24 hours, before attempting to remove it for better results. \u00a0Always give the area a good clearn as well with some white spirit.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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