Applying GAUDON sealant

Application

Concrete, Masonry & Asphalt

Control joints, expansion joints and cracks in concrete, block and asphalt. Alkalinity, abrasion and wide movement define the product choice.

What to use

How to do it

01

Surfaces must be clean, dry, sound, and free of dust, grease, old sealant, and loose material

Surfaces must be clean, dry, sound, and free of dust, grease, old sealant, and loose material.

02

Do not apply to wet or frozen surfaces

Do not apply to wet or frozen surfaces. For best results, confirm that joint surfaces are fully dry and properly prepared before application.

03

Use proper joint design and backer rod where required

Use proper joint design and backer rod where required. Sealant should be applied only to sound, properly prepared joint surfaces.

04

Cut nozzle at a 45° angle to the desired bead size and puncture the inner seal

Cut nozzle at a 45° angle to the desired bead size and puncture the inner seal. For sausage packs, use a suitable sausage caulking gun and nozzle.

05

Apply a continuous bead with steady, even pressure, ensuring full contact with both sides of the joint

Apply a continuous bead with steady, even pressure, ensuring full contact with both sides of the joint.

06

Tool immediately after application to ensure full contact, proper joint fill, and a neat finish

Tool immediately after application to ensure full contact, proper joint fill, and a neat finish.

07

Allow sealant to cure fully before exposure to heavy weather, water, cleaning, or service movement

Allow sealant to cure fully before exposure to heavy weather, water, cleaning, or service movement. Cure time will vary with joint size, temperature, and humidity.

Steps are the manufacturer's published application instructions for GAUDON G3. Always read the Technical Data Sheet for the product you use.

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