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ALEX FAST DRY® Acrylic Latex Caulk Plus Silicone

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  • Painting & Trim

Elevate your painting projects with ALEX FAST DRY® Acrylic Latex Caulk. Designed to meet the needs of professional painters, this caulk is ready for brush painting in just 20 minutes or immediately for spray painting. Its all-purpose formulation offers strong adhesion to many surfaces, creating a durable, flexible, and 100% waterproof seal that resists cracking and discolouration. Mold and mildew resistance, combined with reduced dirt pick-up, keeps surfaces clean and fresh. Easy to apply, with a low-odor and water-cleanable formula, ALEX FAST DRY® is perfect for any interior or exterior application.

Key Features
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    Paint Ready Time
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    Exceeds ASTM C834
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DETAILS + SPECIFICATIONS

  • Details
  • SKU Code Unit Size Color Dimensions (in.) Weight Case Pack Cases/Pallet
    7079874851 87485 300 ML WHITE 8x6x12 14.75 lbs. 1 108
    7079874856 74856 162 ML WHITE 7.75x7.378x10 9.82 lbs. 15 120
    7079878425 78425 300 ML WHITE 8x6x12 14.75 lbs. 12 108

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  • Technical Data
  • Is this caulk available in other colors?

    No, it is only available in white

    Can I use this in a shower?

    No. The product is not applicable for use in a bath or shower.

    The label says that this product is dry in 40 minutes, is it cured then, too. ?

    No, cure time will vary depending on bead size and conditions, but could take 7 – 14 days to fully cure

    What is the maximum joint size for applying DAP® ALEX® acrylic latex caulks?

    The joint size shouldn’t exceed ½” wide by ½” deep. If the joint depth exceeds ½”, insert foam backer rod material into the joint before applying the sealant.

    Can DAP® ALEX® acrylic latex caulks be used outside?

    Yes, DAP® ALEX® acrylic latex caulks can be used in both interior and exterior applications. For exterior applications, they should be applied in temperatures above 40°F, and not when rain or freezing temperatures are forecasted before a full cure can occur. Cold weather and high humidity may slow down cure time.

    What is the recommended clean-up for DAP® ALEX® acrylic latex caulks?

    Before drying, they can be easily removed with soap and water. After the caulk has dried, it will need to be cut or scraped away.

    Where can I use DAP® ALEX® acrylic latex caulks?

    DAP® ALEX® acrylic latex caulks are ideal for filling and sealing gaps and cracks around window and door frames, molding, trim, baseboards, corner joints, and more. They have excellent adhesion to painted and unpainted wood, aluminum, vinyl, metal, brick, drywall, concrete and masonry.

    What are paint shiners?

    Shiners are unsightly glossy spots that appear when some flexible sealants are painted. DAP® ALEX PLUS®, ALEX FAST DRY® and ALEX FLEX® will not gloss or discolor paint.

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