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Types of Caulking Silicone-lasts 12-30 years-best adhesion -use in seams, cracks, gaps up to 1/4" -good for all surfaces -may not take paint Butyl-lasts 8-10 years -some shrinkage-use in seams, cracks, gaps up to 1/4" -available in many colors Acrylic Latex Silicone -lasts 12-20 years-easiest application-use in seams, cracks, gaps up to 1/4" -may not take paint Acrylic -lasts 8-10 years -water clean-up-use in seams, cracks, gaps up to 1/4" -no odor Latex-lasts 2-10 years -water clean-up-use in seams, cracks, gaps up to 1/4" -most are paintable -available in many colors Oil Base Asphalt-lasts 1-4 years -soft and tar-like-use in seams and gaps on roof around chimneys,stacks and pipes to 1/4" -hardens rapidly -cracksCaulking Cord-lasts 1-2 years -peel from roll then push in place-temporary filler around storms, air conditioner -comes in rolls, unused portion can be stored for yearsOakum-twisted hemp treated with tar -cut to needed length then push in place -stuff large gaps then caulk over the oakum Glazing Compound-lasts indefinitely -application requires some practice with a putty knife-use as a seal between window glass and frame -often overlooked as an area needing repair.This article was written by Anne Field, Extension Specialist, Emeritus, with references from Michigan Extension bulletin Caulking and Weatherstripping. This information is for educational purposes only. References to commercial products or trade names does not imply endorsement by MSU Extension or bias against those not mentioned. This information becomes public property upon publication and may be printed verbatim with credit to MSU Extension. This file was generated from data base 02 on 06/24/03. Data base 02 was last revised on 12/04/98. Michigan State University ExtensionHome Maintenance and Repair - 01500182 12/04/98

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