casey Posted November 22, 2007 Report Share Posted November 22, 2007 I have an old wood framed conservatory which I am having trouble sealing the roof glazing from leaks. I have tried different tapes and glazing sealants but none seem to last longing than 6 months. Anyone know of something that would provide a permanent cure.Casey. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-pops- Posted November 22, 2007 Report Share Posted November 22, 2007 There was a translucent silicone sealant available for sealing glass. It was made by Dow Corning Silicones but I can't remember commercial name of it. It was obtainable in squeeze tubes and in large tubes for use in a caulking gun.The problem with a lot of sealants is that they are affected by sunlight. This stuff claimed to be resistant to UV degradation.I've had a look around the DC website but it is so big and complex, I gave up. The material I mean should be available from builders and glass merchants. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
casey Posted November 22, 2007 Author Report Share Posted November 22, 2007 Thanks for the suggestion. Had a look and found this - DOW CORNING® 1199 SILICONE GLAZING SEALANT - but it said not available in the UK. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-pops- Posted November 22, 2007 Report Share Posted November 22, 2007 There certainly was something available - I've used it but, as I said, I can't remember the name - it wasn't anything fancy and may well have been something similar to the one you've found.Since I made my earlier post, I've been down the garden to check the stuff (holding the glass in my greenhouse) and it still looks OK after about 8 - 10 years.I seem to remember I bought it from my local builders merchant or it may have been B&Q. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andsome Posted November 22, 2007 Report Share Posted November 22, 2007 Try Evode at Stafford, they may have something. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
casey Posted November 22, 2007 Author Report Share Posted November 22, 2007 Found this at Evode, sounds good but now to find some local who sell it. Thanks.Evostik30% stronger and more flexible than silicone Ultimate waterproof and mould resistant sealant Easier to apply than silicone sealant Overpaintable Cleans off hands with soap and water No unpleasant odour 40 year guarantee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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