Kit removal and application - tight joints step by step

Super silicone remover

Kit removal and application is a job that many people underestimate. Yet it is essential for a tight, watertight and professional result. Whether you want to replace sealant in the bathroom, kitchen or around windows: with the right products and method, you will get joints that look like new. In this guide, you will learn step by step how to remove old sealant, clean surfaces and apply new sealant like a true professional.

Why sealant removal and application is important

Old sealant is often affected by moisture, soap residue and dirt. Even if the joint still looks reasonable, new sealant adheres poorly to the old layer. As a result, air bubbles or cracks can form and moisture gets between the joints more quickly. Mould can also continue to adhere under the new layer.

By first removing all the old sealant, you lay the foundation for a durable, waterproof finish that will last for years. It's a small effort that makes a big difference in the end result.

How to remove sealant residue?

After cutting out the old sealant, residue is often left behind. These may seem small, but they cause poor adhesion of the new sealant. You can use a knife or putty knife to remove most of it, but for a really smooth surface use Super Silicone Remover.

This is how to remove sealant residue step by step:

  1. Cut away as much of the old sealant as possible with a sharp knife.
  2. Apply Super Silicone Remover to the remaining sealant.
  3. Let the product soak in for a while until the sealant softens.
  4. Remove the residue with a plastic scraper or sponge.
  5. Rinse well with clean water and dry the surface thoroughly.

 

Want to delve deeper into this topic? Then read our subblog: Remove sealant residue - the basis for a tight finish.

Ink remover

Benefits of the Super Silicone Remover

  1. Works on silicone, acrylic, butylene and universal sealants.
  2. Suitable for removing glue residues and adhesive layers.
  3. Ensures a perfectly clean surface to which new sealant adheres optimally.
  4. Applicable on both indoor and outdoor surfaces.

Extra tip: degrease for perfect adhesion

Even after removing all sealant residue, grease and dirt can remain. Grease hinders the adhesion of new sealant and causes joints to loosen later.

Therefore, use Super Pro All-purpose Cleaner & Degreaser. This Ecolabel product is biodegradable, powerful against grease and safe for almost all surfaces. Apply with a cloth or sponge, allow to work in briefly and rinse well. Then dry the substrate completely - only then is the substrate ready for resealing.

View here The Super Pro All Purpose Cleaner & Degreaser

Kit removal in the bathroom

In the bathroom, sealant gets a hard time from moisture, heat and cleaning agents. As a result, mould spots, loose edges and discolouration develop more quickly.


Remove old bathroom sealant:

Carefully cut off the old sealant with a sharp knife or plastic putty knife. Work accurately along the tile edges, bath or shower tray. Then use Super Silicone Remover to soak off any residue left behind.

Let the product soak in briefly and remove the soft sealant with a sponge or scraper. Then rinse everything well with water and dry the joints carefully.

 

Prevent recurring mould:
Mould occurs when moisture remains in small cracks. After removing old sealant, always clean with Super Pro All Purpose Cleaner & Degreaser to remove soap and lime residue. Then let the joints dry completely, ideally 6 to 12 hours before applying new sealant.

Ventilate well or use a fan to speed up the drying process. Only a dry, clean surface will prevent new sealant from loosening or re-moulding.

Super Kit Remover

Remove sealant from windows and glass - safely without scratching

With windows, glass and frames, caution is essential when removing and applying. Old silicone sealant or acrylic sealant can be stubborn here, but glass is prone to scratching.

Always use plastic tools and not metal scrapers when doing this job. Cut off the old sealant with a sharp knife and then apply Super Silicone Remover to the remaining edges. Let the product soak in for a few minutes and remove the soft residue with a plastic scraper or cloth.

Troubled by glue or tape residue on glass?
Then use The Super Sticker & Ink Remover. This product removes glue residues, adhesive layers and old sticker residues without leaving streaks or scratches. Ideal when renovating window frames or resealing window edges.

When finished, rinse the glass with water and dry with a soft cloth for a streak-free result.

Applying new sealant – how to get a smooth finish

After cleaning and degreasing, you can apply new sealant. Choose a suitable sealant for your job - for example, mould-resistant sanitary sealant in the bathroom or universal sealant for window frames and kitchens.

For a really tight end result, use when finishing the Super Finisher 500ml. This ready-to-use spray prevents the sealant from sticking to your tools and allows you to smooth the joint perfectly. Even if you are not an experienced handyman, with the Finisher you get professional, even joints without smudges or unevenness.

 

Step-by-step plan for applying new sealant:

  1. Stick painter's tape along the joint for clean lines.
  2. Cut the nozzle of the sealant tube at an angle, slightly narrower than the joint width.
  3. Place the tube in the sealant gun and pull the trigger evenly across the joint.
  4. Fill the joint in one smooth motion, without interruptions.
  5. Spray Super Finisher 500ml directly onto the fresh sealant and adjacent surfaces.
  6. Smooth the joint with a jointing wood, PVC pipe or putty knife. Lightly moisten the tool for an extra tight result.

 

Then let the sealant cure completely, which usually takes 24 hours. During this time, avoid contact with water or detergents.

Looking for more extensive information? Then check here our blog on applying new sealant!

A top finisher

How to use the Super Finisher

The Super Finisher 500ml is a ready-to-use product for finishing all sealant joints. The spray is biodegradable, free of hazard symbols and suitable for all types of sealant. Thanks to the handy packaging, you can get straight to work, without mixing or preparation.

Here's how to use the Super Finisher:

  1. Spray the joint and edges immediately after applying the sealant.
  2. Smooth with a jointing wood, PVC pipe or putty knife.
  3. Let the sealant cure and then rinse with clean water.
  4. Will the joint be painted over later? Then rinse extra well for optimal adhesion.

 

The Super Finisher creates tight, smooth joints that remain beautiful for a long time.

Products you need

Want to remove old sealant and apply new grout like a pro yourself? With these products from SuperCleaners, sealant removal and application becomes easy, safe and professional.

 

  • Super Silicone Remover - removes old sealant residues quickly and safely.
  • Super Pro All Purpose Cleaner & Degreaser - ensures a perfectly clean, grease-free surface.
  • Super Sticker & Ink Remover - removes glue residues and adhesive layers without streaks.
  • Super Finisher 500ml - makes new sealant smooth and professionally finished.

 

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Blaricum Iron Trade
Combifit
Doornheintools.co.uk
Enorm Arendsen v.o.f.
Huge Fa. Siro
Huge Graat
Enormous Opmeer
Enormous Harthoorn
Huge hardware store Janssen
Enorm Jan Reijnen B.V.
Huge Stevens
Huge Th.Engering
Enorm Van Driel Almere
Enorm van Driel Amsterdam
Enorm Van Driel Weesp
GAMMA Aalsmeer
GAMMA Alkmaar
GAMMA Alphen aan den Rijn
GAMMA Amsterdam-Noord
GAMMA Amsterdam-Overamstel
GAMMA Amsterdam-Slotervaart
GAMMA Amsterdam-Zuidoost
GAMMA Apeldoorn-West
GAMMA Appingedam
GAMMA Arnhem-Westervoortsedijk
GAMMA Assen
GAMMA Bergen op Zoom
GAMMA Boxtel
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GAMMA Bussum
GAMMA Delft
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GAMMA Hellevoetsluis
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GAMMA Hilversum
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GAMMA Hoogeveen
GAMMA Hoogezand
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GAMMA Kerkrade
GAMMA Koog aan de Zaan
GAMMA Leeuwarden-De Hemrik
GAMMA Leiden-Noord
GAMMA Lisse
GAMMA Nijmegen-Energieweg
GAMMA Nijmegen-Nieuwe Dukenburgseweg
GAMMA Nijverdal
GAMMA Oldenzaal
GAMMA Rijssen
GAMMA Roden
GAMMA Roermond
GAMMA Roosendaal
GAMMA Rosmalen
GAMMA Rotterdam-Blijdorp
GAMMA Rotterdam-Charlois
GAMMA Schagen
GAMMA Schiedam-Noord
GAMMA Sneek
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GAMMA Venlo
GAMMA Venray
GAMMA Vlaardingen
GAMMA Flushing
GAMMA Waalwijk
GAMMA Wageningen
GAMMA Wassenaar Compact
GAMMA Weert
GAMMA Winterswijk
GAMMA Woerden
GAMMA Woonboulevard Ekkersrijt
GAMMA Wormerveer
GAMMA Zaltbommel
GAMMA Zeewolde
GAMMA Zeist
GAMMA Zoetermeer
GAMMA Zutphen
GAMMA Zwolle
Hamminga Construction and Garden Market B.V.
Hoza
Hubo XL Anna Paulowna
Hubo XL Bergen (Limburg)
Hubo XL Edam
Hubo XL Grou
Hubo XL Made
Hubo XL Mill / Sint Hubert
Hubo XL Nieuwleusen
Hubo XL Sevenum
Hubo XL Voorthuizen
Hubo XL Waddinxveen
Ironmonger Baltus (Bussum)
Ironmongery Zantvoort
J. van der Schans
Jac. Bennebroek
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KARWEI Coevorden
KARWEI Delfgauw
KARWEI Den Bosch-West
KARWEI Deventer
KARWEI Doetinchem
KARWEI Dokkum
KARWEI Dongen
KARWEI Drachten
KARWEI Eibergen
KARWEI Elsloo-Stein
KARWEI Emmen
KARWEI Enschede-West
KARWEI Etten-Leur
KARWEI Gorinchem
KARWEI Gouda
KARWEI Groningen-Peizerweg
KARWEI Haarlem
KARWEI Haarlem-Zuid
KARWEI Helmond
KARWEI Hendrik Ido Ambacht
KARWEI Hoofddorp
KARWEI Hoogerheide
KARWEI Hoogeveen
KARWEI Joure
KARWEI Krimpen aan den IJssel
KARWEI Leerdam
KARWEI Middelburg
KARWEI Mijdrecht
KARWEI Nieuwegein-Laagraven
KARWEI Nijkerk
KARWEI Nijmegen
KARWEI Noordwijkerhout
KARWEI Numansdorp
KARWEI Purmerend
KARWEI Rhenen-Elst
KARWEI Schagen
KARWEI Sneek
KARWEI Soest
KARWEI Steenbergen
KARWEI Steenwijk
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KARWEI Tilburg-Reeshof
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KARWEI Valkenswaard
KARWEI Veenendaal
KARWEI Venlo-Tegelen
KARWEI Vught
KARWEI Waalwijk
KARWEI Weesp
KARWEI Wijk bij Duurstede
KARWEI Wolvega
KARWEI Zaandam
KARWEI Zevenaar
KARWEI Zutphen
KARWEI Zwolle
Clock building materials
Laurens Hardware
Op ‘t Hof Heythuysen
Op ‘t Hof Nederhemert B.V.
Op ‘t Hof Veen B.V.
Op ‘t Hof Wolvega B.V.
Parts nl Amsterdam
Polvo BV
Postma and Postma
Proclima
Profnorm Op ´t Hof Nederhemert
Profnorm Op ´t Hof Urk
Profnorm Op ´t Hof Wolvega
Profnorm Op ‘t Hof Veen
Raadsma Dokkum B.V.
Redson Zoetermeer
Roos Ironmongery
Schonkeren B.V.
Technical Construction Centre Ederveen
Ten Wolde Tools
Van Buuren B.V.
Van Dijk Bouwmaterialen B.V.
Webshop GAMMA BE
Webshop GAMMA NL
KARWEI Webshop
ZZZ *OUD* KH Soest
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