Best silicone caulk according to redditors
We found 11 Reddit comments discussing the best silicone caulk. We ranked the 8 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 11 Reddit comments discussing the best silicone caulk. We ranked the 8 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
Almost certainly silicone caulk. It looks like it didn't seal 100% and has gotten a bit of mold underneath.
Looks like they used both clear and colored (white or almond) caulk. The job around the faucet is pretty poor, there is way too much caulk.
You can scrape it out but MUST replace it, or you'll have leaks behind the tile and whatnot.
Make sure to use a plastic scraper to remove so you don't tear up the finish.
Buy replacement silicone caulk, I recommend clear, though color is obviously a preference.
You can use one of these little helper tools to smooth out the corners so they're a consistent amount of caulk.
http://www.amazon.com/Smart-Silicone-Caulking-corners-joints/dp/B003N3KQ6E
You can also use your finger, but it's messier and harder to get a consistent bead.
No I've been informed via this sub that if it has an anti-microbial agent it is a no go. Most people agree that GE silicone 1 is safe. I believe the more preferred silicone is RTV 108
If you want to be on a really safe side, use the silicones that are approved by coral reef keeping community. Coral reef tanks are the most sensitive, and don't accept silicone with additives.
So, Momentive RTV108 is proven product. I have researched it when I was building my reef tank.
I've been a huge fan of the GE Caulk Smoother:
http://www.amazon.com/M90001-Caulk-Smoother-Bottle-Silicone/dp/B00114PCIO/ref=pd_sxp_redirect
Works fantastic. Apply thin bead, mist, smooth with finger, profit. Makes me look like a caulking professional.
Have run out before, and found that a low % rubbing alcohol works almost as good. High % rubbing alcohols evaporate too quickly.
looks like caulking. If latex, you can easily scrape it off with a plastic scraper. Don't use metal scraper or blade because you might scratch up that shiny glass. If silicone might be tougher to scrape. I've used this chemical remover for silicone. Its more of a softener, you still have to manually remove it.
link to the product you recommend? I could really use some grip!
Like this?
Thank you for the advice
Would you say the product linked is suited for the task?
http://www.amazon.com/100-Silicone-Kitchen-Bath-Sealant/dp/B002GD09SC
It is Momentive RTV108. Here is a supplier at $667 per pail.
Here is the datasheet.
It is on Amazon for $23 for 10 oz.
I have about 5,000 lbs of it. Any redditors wanna make a buck? Help me find a home for this!
I'd be happy to get $50 a pail.
Alright - so full disclaimer here, I don't know a thing about welding. Welding it might be a better option than this, so if that is the route you're looking to take disregard.
What I would do is pick up some stainless steel 100% food grade silicone caulk - example here
Find out exactly where the hole is on the spout (there are a number of ways to do this) and apply a little bit of the caulk to the hole. Let it cure for 48 hours and attempt to use the teapot again.
Why I think this will work - the caulk is good up to 450 degrees. Its NSF certified food safe (don't do this with regular silicone caulk as it contains mildewcide which isn't safe). Also another bonus is it will flex with the metal as it heats up.
Plus its like a $10 fix (cheaper if you can find a smaller tube) and I'm fairly confident it will solve your problem.