Guide to deck caulking, sealing and bonding

Sika has released a comprehensive users guide on deck caulking, sealing and bonding, using the Sikaflex range of Wheelmark approved adhesives and sealants.

Sika has released a comprehensive users guide on deck caulking, sealing and bonding, using the Sikaflex range of Wheelmark approved adhesives and sealants, which have been designed specifically for the marine industry.

Packed full of information and tips, the 8-page guide not only lays out the Sika product best suited for each task, but also leads the reader, step by step through various tasks such as the bonding and caulking of teak decks, and the bedding and sealing of fittings and hardware.

The section on teak decks gives information on the choice and quality of teak required, the optimum working conditions, and the preparation and bonding of the decks to a variety of substrates such as GRP, timber, steel and aluminium substrates.

Full and comprehensive instructions are given on the caulking and finishing of the teak decks to produce a beautiful and fault free finish.

All kinds of deck fittings and hardware need to be securely fixed and totally watertight.

Poorly sealed joints can result in serious damage such as metal corrosion, osmosis and damage to interior fittings from water leaks.

Sika has the solution for all types of fitting, whether subject to high mechanical stress such as chain plates, winches and guide rollers, or low stress such as ventilators, cover strips etc.

The guide clearly describes the full fitting process from the choice of Sikaflex, through to preparation, application and drying times.

In this mini-guide, Sika is passing on its great experience gained from many years in the manufacturing and supply to the marine industry.

It contains essential information and guidance for tackling the largest jobs such as the laying and bonding of teak decks to the smallest, such as the sealing of cover strips.

A price guide and list of stockists are included.

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