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The following chart compares the primerless adhesion characteristics of Dow
Corning Contractors Weatherproofing Sealant versus competitive polyurethane
sealants in the commercial construction marketplace. The results are based on
the ASTM C794 Peel Adhesion Test Procedure. Substrates were cleaned with Xylene
and left unprimed. Test results were documented by independent labs and
verified through internal testing.
Dow Corning Contractors Weatherproofing Sealant offers many
advantages:
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One-part silicone sealant.
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No primer needed.
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Excellent adhesion in versatile sealing applications, including expansion
and control joints, concrete panel joints and perimeter caulking (windows,
EIFS, etc.).
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Available in 20 standard colors and 19 special colors as well as custom
colors.
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Packaging available in two gallon pails, 10.3 and 20 ounce containers.
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Unique weather-resistant formula adheres to concrete, masonry, stone and
EIFS, as well as glass and metal substrates.
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Guns easily in all weather conditions, from -20°F to 120°F, with good
adhesion and green strength.
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| Granite | | Better Than | | Better Than | | Better Than | | NA | | NA | | NA | |
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| Duranar | | Better Than | | Better Than | | Same As | | NA | | NA | | NA | |
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| Red Brick | | Same As | | Better Than | | Better Than | | Same As | | Better Than | | Same As | |
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| Brown Brick | | Same As | | Better Than | | Better Than | | Same As | | Better Than | | Same As | |
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| Sandstone | | Same As | | Same As | | Same As | | Better Than | | Better Than | | Better Than | |
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| Concrete-Large Aggregate | | Better Than | | Better Than | | Better Than | | Better Than | | Better Than | | Same As | |
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| Concrete-Small Aggregate | | Same As | | Better Than | | Same As | | Better Than | | Better Than | | Better Than | |
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Better Than - Contractors Weatherproofing Sealant adheres better than the
polyurethane product.
Same As - Contractors Weatherproofing Sealant adheres the same as the
polyruethane product.
N/A - Data not available or test not performed.
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be accurate. However, because conditions and methods of use of our products are
beyond our control, this information should not be used in substitution for
customer’s tests to ensure that Dow Corning’s products are safe, effective, and
fully satisfactory for the intended end use. Suggestions of use shall not be
taken as inducements to infringe any patent.
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sales specifications in effect at the time of shipment. Your exclusive remedy
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