Everbuild Everflex 125 One Hour Caulk Sealant & Filler - White
Everbuild Everflex 125 One Hour Caulk is a fast-drying, white, and flexible sealant ideal for vari...Everbuild Everflex 125 One Hour Caulk is a fast-drying, white, and flexible sealant ideal for various indoor sealing and filling applications before decorating. It creates a long-lasting, watertight seal that cures in just one hour, allowing you to quickly paint over or cover it with wallpaper without sanding. With its easy water cleanup and excellent slump resistance, this caulk is a convenient choice for sealing gaps around skirting boards, ceiling cornices, window and door frames, and more.
Features:
--Fast-drying: Can be painted over in 1 hour
--Permanently flexible
--Easy water clean up
--Excellent slump resistance
--Certified to the harmonized European standard EN15651 for facade use internally in compliance with the Construction Product Regulation.
Areas For Use: For sealing and filling cracks and gaps prior to decorating. For use around skirting boards, ceiling cornices, window and door frames, stair treads and risings and fixtures adjoining walls. Can be used to fill damage plaster.
Limitations: Not for use in conjunction with bitumen or asphalt. Do not attempt to abrade when cured. Do not over-paint until a surface skin has formed. Note: this product is a flexible. Certain poor quality paints (especially certain vinyl matts) have very little movement in the dry film. It is possible for the dry paint film to crack if movement is excessive. For internal use only
Surface Preparation: All surfaces must be clean, dry and dust free. All loose or flaking surface coatings, and old sealant and mastic joints, should be removed before application. Highly porous substrates such as new plaster should first be primed with a dilution of Caulk with water at a ratio of 1:2. Can be applied to slightly damp surfaces.
Application: Cut the tip of the cartridge taking care not to damage the thread. Apply nozzle and cut cleanly at an angle of 45 with an opening slightly larger than the gap to be sealed. Apply using a standard sealant gun. Best results will be obtained by keeping an even pressure on the gun trigger and keeping the gun at a constant angle to the surface being sealed. Smooth down within 20 minutes of application using a wet spatula, piece of wood or wet finger. Care should be taken at this point not to saturate the surface as this will d.
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This guide helps users effectively use the Everbuild Everflex 125 One Hour Caulk. It's designed for DIY enthusiasts and professionals seeking a fast-drying sealant for interior applications, offering a permanently flexible, watertight seal that can be painted over in just an hour. However, it's not suitable for use with bitumen or asphalt. This guide covers features, application, and troubleshooting to help you achieve the best results with this versatile caulk.
All features
Colour
White
Model Part Number
125C3
Brand
Everbuild
Extended Product Information
FAQs
How long does it take to dry?
Everbuild Everflex 125 One Hour Caulk can be painted over in just one hour.
Can I use this caulk outside?
No, it is designed for internal use only.
What surfaces can I use this on?
It can be used on skirting boards, ceiling cornices, window and door frames, and more. Ensure the surface is clean, dry, and dust-free.
How do I clean up the caulk?
Clean up excess caulk and tools immediately with water while it is still wet.
What should I do if the caulk isn't sticking?
Make sure the surface is clean, dry, and free of any old sealant or dust. You may need to prime the surface.
Can I sand the caulk?
No, do not attempt to abrade the caulk when cured.
Troubleshooting
Caulk isn't adhering properly.
Ensure the surface is clean, dry, and free of dust or old sealant. Prime porous surfaces.
Caulk is cracking after painting.
Ensure the paint is of good quality and allows for flexibility. Avoid over-painting before a skin forms.
Caulk is sagging or running.
Apply the caulk with even pressure and at a constant angle. Ensure the gap isn't too large.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Fast drying time allows for quick project completion.
Excellent flexibility accommodates slight movement in the sealed areas.
Easy water cleanup simplifies the process.
Suitable for various applications like skirting boards and window frames.
Provides a durable and watertight seal.
Cons
Not compatible with bitumen or asphalt.
Over-painting before a surface skin forms may cause issues.
Certain low-quality paints may crack if excessive movement occurs.
For internal use only.
Setup, Compatibility & Care
Surface Preparation: Ensure all surfaces are clean, dry, and free of dust. Remove any loose or flaking coatings and old sealant.
Priming (Porous Surfaces): Prime highly porous substrates, such as new plaster, with a diluted mix of caulk and water at a 1:2 ratio.
Application: Cut the cartridge tip carefully, leaving an opening slightly larger than the gap. Use a sealant gun to apply with even pressure, maintaining a constant angle. Smooth the caulk within 20 minutes using a wet spatula or finger.
Compatibility:
Compatible with most paints, but test first with low-quality paints.
Not compatible with bitumen or asphalt.
Care:
Avoid abrasion of the cured caulk.
Clean up excess caulk and tools immediately with water.