How to use?
- The first thing to do before using the sealant is to thoroughly clean the surface. It is necessary to take into account how compatible the base and composition are, the correct selection of material will directly affect the result of the work performed.
- The cleaning of the base is carried out depending on its type. Stone and concrete are cleaned with a special brush, which removes not only dust, but also paint residues and other contaminants. Metallic substrates and plastics should be treated with a solvent. If there is mold and mildew on the substrate, the surface must first be disinfected. It should be borne in mind that soap cannot be used for this type of work, since it is not combined with sealing agents.
- The seam can have a width of 10 to 20 millimeters and a depth of no more than 12 millimeters. In more serious cases, a sealing cord should be used.
- Once the base is dry, it can be sealed with masking tape to avoid contamination. Surfaces of unknown origin should be tested for compatibility in an inconspicuous area before using the sealant.
- Installation of the tube into the pistol is carried out according to the instructions. After this procedure, you can apply the sealant. The action is recommended to be carried out under pressure to make the seam more durable.
- After that, the material is smoothed and the masking tape is removed. The material dries and becomes covered with a film quickly enough, after which it hardens, depending on the layer thickness and external conditions. On average, it occurs at a speed of about 2 millimeters per day.
Usage Tips
In using a sealant, the main thing is the correctly selected composition, taking into account all the factors of work, as well as surface treatment before use.
It is very important to prepare materials before sealing, to assess their compatibility with each other. The bases must be thoroughly cleaned, depending on the type of material, manipulations will differ
For surfaces such as concrete and stone, a specialized brush is used to help remove dirt, coloring compounds, and more. On plastic and metal, cleaning is done with a solvent. If the base is contaminated with mold, use alcohol-based disinfectants. Do not use soap solutions for cleaning, as they are not compatible with sealing compounds.
Years of experience using the Tytan brand by construction professionals means that truly high quality materials are used in the manufacture of these products. The widest range of sealants allows you to perform any planned work with quality: from simple household everyday needs to deeply specific areas.
It is easy and pleasant to use such a proven tool, and you can not worry about the end result. Most consumers using Tytan Professional sealants leave positive feedback on their operation, because it is difficult to leave a neutral review on a product of excellent quality. Users also note that the price-quality ratio for the goods of this brand is very pleasing to them.
An overview of Tytan Professional sealants is presented in the video.
Scope of application
The area of application of Tytan Professional sealants is very wide. This is due to the fact that the manufacturer uses a large number of components that differ in their properties, allowing the buyer to choose exactly what is needed in his case.
Consider some of the parameters that are fundamental when choosing.
Temperature conditions.This parameter is very important, because not every sealant can be used at low temperatures (for example, Tytan acrylic frost-resistant can be used and stored at temperatures down to -30⁰С) and even more so used in conditions of elevated temperatures (for example, silicate sealant for fireplaces is heat-resistant: withstands temperature rise up to + 1500⁰С).
- Elasticity. It is necessary to choose the composition, taking into account the mobility of the sealed joint.
- Type of work. For example, roofing sealants have a number of characteristics that provide excellent results in this specific area, while in the other they will show themselves not in the best side.
- Versatility. There are special formulations that are multifunctional and exhibit excellent adhesion to all known materials.
Specifications
The entire line of Tytan Professional sealants is available in convenient 310 ml gun tubes for even application with minimal waste. You can also find packages of larger volume (600 ml), but in less convenient packaging - foil.
As for the color palette, most of the silicone sealants in question are white in color. In specific species, you can also find a fairly wide selection of colors, for example, universal silicone sealant is transparent, white, gray, brown, black, glass sealants - white and colorless. The acrylic composition for wood has even more choice: pine, oak, walnut, mahogany, wenge, beech, ash. Roofs are available in black, polyurethane in white, gray and black.
The technical characteristics of each of the sealing compounds, as a rule, are already laid down in the name, which is understandable even to a common man in the street.
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Silicone sealant
It has a number of properties that allow the seam to remain resistant even in adverse conditions, such as high humidity, temperature, the use of chemicals and much more.
The manufacturer Tytan Professional offers several types of silicone-based sealants.
- universal - has a fairly wide range of applications and good adhesion, is insensitive to weather conditions, such as high humidity and ultraviolet rays;
- sanitary - excellent for sealing in damp rooms, contains antifungal additives;
- glass - good adhesion with non-porous materials such as glass, waterproof;
- for aquariums - not dangerous for fish and reptiles, able to withstand high salt content in water;
- high-temperature - capable of withstanding temperature rise up to +260 ° C, short-term - up to 315 ° C, used to seal engine gaskets in cars and ships, resistant to various chemicals.
Roofing sealants
Designed specifically to withstand negative environmental factors, precipitation and sudden temperature changes. Particularly popular from this line is bitumen-rubber sealant, which provides excellent sealing of joints, has increased elasticity and reliability. I would also like to highlight a sealant for emergency roof repair, which is able to seal even under water, in fog, snow and frost. Its composition is based on fiber-reinforced synthetic rubber.
Polyurethane sealants
They differ from other compounds in their increased elasticity, which remains after drying, they can be painted, and they are also resistant to moisture and ultraviolet radiation, which is ideal for outdoor use.
There are different types of polyurethane sealants.
- PU 25 - for sealing the seams of facades, window and door frames, walls, partitions, spaces around drainpipes;
- PU 40 - designed for road repair and construction, excellently manifests itself in the production of cars and ships, as well as the railway industry;
- PU 50 - used for overlaying structures, for example, in the construction of buses, sealing welded joints.
Acrylic sealants
Suitable even for damp porous surfaces, can be easily cleaned with water, can be painted, used mainly for filling cracks and joints.
Based on acrylic Tytan Professional produces:
- specialized sealing compound for wooden surfaces;
- ventilation duct sealant - its specificity is that it is suitable for galvanized metal surfaces;
- frost-resistant sealant - has excellent resistance to low temperatures.
Separately, we can single out specialized sealants that are not included in any of the classifications.
- silicone-acrylic sealant for bathroom and kitchen - combines the properties of silicone and acrylic, sealing with it is economical, it practically does not absorb dirt, has good adhesion to wood, ceramics, concrete and PVC, which are often used in rooms of this type;
- silicate sealant for fireplaces - fire resistant, specially designed for stoves, chimneys and fireplaces, environmentally friendly, has a paste consistency;
- sealant for acrylic bathtubs - has increased adhesion to acrylic, various plastics and PVC, with antifungal additives;
- silicone for marble - for sealing stone and other porous surfaces.
Peculiarities
All Tytan Professional sealants are available in a 310 ml volume, and the tubes are specially designed for use with a construction gun. This ensures problem-free application and optimal product consumption. If you need more material, you can purchase a 600 ml package, but in this case the manufacturer produces a sealant in foil, which is less convenient for work.
The color palette of materials is quite varied, however, most silicone products are presented in white. Certain types have different shades, for example, universal models are available (in addition to white) in gray, red, transparent, brown and black. Materials for glass and mirrors are made exclusively colorless or white. For work with wood and laminate, acrylic colored sealants are used, they have shades such as beech, ash, pine, oak and others. Roof sealants are available in black, polyurethane, in addition to it, also have white and gray tones in their line.
If we talk about technical characteristics, then the materials have a paste consistency, they can be used at temperatures from +5 to +40 degrees. The film forms in 20-30 minutes, the sealant can withstand temperatures from -40 to +110 degrees. The shelf life of the product is 12 months from the date of manufacture, and it is recommended to store it at +5 - +25 degrees.
