Soap on a damp rag that dab your finger on is a million times easier and no mess. Windex cuts the oils in many caulks too much so crack faster from my humble experience. Something like a few drops of Dawn diluted works best on wet sponge.

But spraying before using finger means the surface under where you smooth will not stick...just like it didn't stick to your finger.

@djsearles9493

4 ай бұрын

My man here knows some science

@djsearles9493

4 ай бұрын

That's not even the window cleaner the dude could've taken a leak on it and it would've done the same thing

@notyaboymatty5907

4 ай бұрын

Exactly just wetting your fingers on a damp rag dose the same thing but personally i wouldn't recommend it honestly your better off just using caulking tool there like 2 bucks dont use window cleaner thats just dumb

@notyaboymatty5907

4 ай бұрын

Just think of it like this you wouldn't spray window cleaner on a surface and then apply glue ontop of it would you because the glue wont stick so dont do it to silicone because the same rule applies 😂

Little tip. Try Cleaning the area before silicone… Looks a mess.

So presumably you’ve already been in touch with the manufacturers of CT1 to check on the compatibility of the two different products, just to be sure that the window cleaner won’t break down the properties / longevity of the CT1?

Quick tip for you......never apply Windolene before siliconing EVER, its a certain instant fail. Maybe a perfect result but it wont last the crack (pardon the pun)

Now the gaps behind the silicon as you spray onto it will not stick! Looks ok but its not stuck!! Thats where the water will come in 👍

Where was THIS tip when I was calking not long ago?? This is stellar advice. THANK YOU!

Absolute witch craft. You are a hero 🙌🏼

@ctom6068

5 ай бұрын

Fairy liquid and water is cheaper and better.

yes this is what I was looking for. saw this being done in germany. perfect result everytime

yup Aussie Chick here .....I always use windex when sealing with silicone 👍

And if you didn’t have full contact your silicone won’t do it job and have good adhesion.

weak soapy water in a spray bottle is better and safer

@mattferrigno9750

Жыл бұрын

And is almost free... window cleaner is alot more expensive.

@themoodyteam

Жыл бұрын

Safer?

@abulshaher1955

Жыл бұрын

What do you mean by soapy water? As in fairy liquid or handwash or ???

@OfficeBoyBuilder

Жыл бұрын

Yes, either!

@abulshaher1955

Жыл бұрын

@@OfficeBoyBuilder thank you!

Amazing!

Completely off topic but please could you give some feedback on your UFH system? Are you happy with the way it performs/heats your ground floor?

@OfficeBoyBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

Quick answer - it's awesome. We put it on for an hour and the whole place is warm for many hours after...I'll do a video on it shortly with a bit more info.

@TheBigSugs

2 жыл бұрын

That would be great thanks. And thank you for the quick reply. I’ve been reluctant to go ahead due to nervousness around how well it will perform given the huge investment. Especially with the recent increase in prices.

Why would you not just use washing up liquid and water in a spray bottle, far easier to use and much cheaper.

I used a silicone (the same one throughout) in the metal kitchen sink, tile shower, and porcelain bathroom sink. All dried overnight except for the one in the kitchen sink. It’s been three days and it’s still not cured. Why? Does the metal have anything to do with it?

@djsearles9493

4 ай бұрын

water cures silicone. Period.

@djsearles9493

4 ай бұрын

Oh, I forgot to mention if your silicone ever got frozen, it won't cure

Funny seeing so many people that can’t just apply a nice clean bead without playing without touching the entire bead.

Rule number one - never use your finger to smooth out silicone, your oils contaminate the silicone. 🙏🏾

After watching this video, I still have no idea why I should use Windowlene. Can someone explain?

@OfficeBoyBuilder

Жыл бұрын

Because it stops the silicone sticking to your finger better than anything else, and it produces an ultra smooth finish on the bead that you run along the joint

@luminousfractal420

11 ай бұрын

​​@@OfficeBoyBuilder smooth finish is a perk. Bit if its not on your finger that means its spread over your wall.

@kennethshull6331

11 ай бұрын

But spraying before using finger means the surface under where you smooth will not stick...just like it didn't stick to your finger.

@Akaya3511

Ай бұрын

@@kennethshull6331 what? The window cleaner wont go all the way under the silicone. It wont effect adhesion to the surface at all. Make sure you dont spray the cleaner until after you apply the silicone. If you spray it 1st then yes it wont bond as well. Also it has nothing to do with the cleaner. Silicone can be cut down and thinned with ammonia. Pure Ammonia will do the same thing. Window cleaner is just cheap and convenient. Soap and water does the same thing to latex caulk. Dont even need the soap honestly. Just has to do with the cutting agent that effects the type of caulk your doing.

And absolutely no difference if you know what you're doing.. You are never supposed to spray on any joint finisher when you ve first not pressed the bead into the corner.

Is CT1 better than silicone for exterior frames?

@OfficeBoyBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

Yes I think so - CT1 is a superior product and longer lasting/more flexible and doesn't degrade in the same way over time

@chrisbradshaw7273

2 жыл бұрын

@@OfficeBoyBuilder Thanks, I only discovered CT1 last year, it's great stuff isn't it. I'm also trying Stixall, half price of CT1 !

@OfficeBoyBuilder

2 жыл бұрын

Yes Stixall is a great brand, and I rate them too. I believe CT1 have a different, patented product, hence the cost being more.

Baby wipes

I thought you were going to show us why - you did not. HINT - do the other side without it (and I bet it will be no different except it will stick better and over time will last longer)

WD 40 works as well!

@lentner3

Жыл бұрын

Never use WD40. That’s for removal. Soapy water is perfect.

@ScolarshipBoy1984

Жыл бұрын

Nice i use water ..water is more cheaper.

Water works the same

Why?

Terrible job .. Will fail within two winters because you wet area... and way to little material so it won't stretch , will fail again ..

Do not do this

just spit on your finger and rub it lmao

@Dedwards483

Ай бұрын

A bit off topic that technique😅😅