Caulking is the process of sealing gaps and leaking pipes using a certain material to ensure that joints are completely air and water-resistant. Caulking is done by first laying the sealant with a caulking gun, followed by tooling it off with a range of tools specific for the job.
There are many different types of sealants all fit for different purposes. Sealants are mostly flexible in nature and are a great option for filling areas that are prone to contraction and expansion. Sealants can also be either paintable (polyurethane, hybrid polymers etc.) or non-paintable (silicone). By being able to paint over the caulk, the finished look has a high aesthetic appeal if the caulking was installed correctly. An instance of where you would use paintable material would be for render expansion joints. On the other hand, areas where painting is not required after caulking would be perfectly fine with non-paintable sealant. A couple of examples would be wet areas such as bathrooms and laundries. Benefits of Caulking:
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Why is Remedial Caulking necessary for Commercial Buildings? For Commercial buildings, regular maintenance and repairing are a must as these buildings are more prone to wear and tear. Replacing the caulking in bathrooms, kitchens will not only prove functional, but also refresh the look of the area substantially. In some instances, such as Fire Rated Caulking, if the caulking is not maintained properly it may prove a risk to the occupants of the building. Fire Rated caulking is essential as it stops the spread of fire from one area to another for a few hours, allowing occupants to safely evacuate. Remedial caulking also prevents the growth of mould and mildew on the surface of the commercial buildings. What do Commercial Caulking Contractors do? All projects regardless of the size require caulking. Caulking contractors are highly experienced and essential in any project to get a good quality finish, for internal, external and basement works. Without professional Caulking Contractors, a building may not be fire rated to necessary standards and there may be water/air leaks throughout. Why hire us? The team at Australian Caulking Experts are fully trained and licensed caulkers that have been serving Sydney builders and tradies for many years for all their joint sealing needs. We take care during the application process by spending time in correctly preparing the joints prior to caulking. By using neutral tooling fluids, we avoid staining and damaging surfaces which may cause issues like irregular light reflection that are highly undesirable and very costly to repair. What sets us apart from our competitors is that we at Australian Caulking Services offer both mid-range sealants and the highest quality sealants to suit your project needs. If you are a tradie or a builder seeking professional caulking services in Sydney, look no further than Australian Caulking Experts. We offer competitive rates without compromising quality and will ensure your project’s caulking milestones are being met time after time.
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