Remove sealant residue - the basis for a clean finish
After removing old sealant, the job often seems done, but in reality, small sealant residues almost always remain. These seem harmless, but they can have a major impact on the final result. Remnants of silicone, acrylic or butylene sealant cause new sealant to adhere poorly, so that the joint soon becomes loose or dries unevenly.
Want a sleek, durable finish? Then kit residue removal is an essential step, in this blog you can read more about kit removal.
Why remove sealant residues?
When you remove old sealant, a thin layer of sealant is often left behind that has firmly attached itself to the substrate. If you work directly over it, the new sealant layer does not adhere well. The result: air bubbles, cracks or loose edges.
In addition, dirt and grease can build up around old joints, causing mould or discolouration. By cleaning thoroughly first, you lay the perfect foundation for a sleek and professional end result.
How to remove sealant residue?
Using just a putty knife or stanley knife often won't get you far enough. Super Silicone Remover from SuperCleaners has been specially developed to loosen and soften old sealant residues so that you can remove them effortlessly.
1. Remove the seat edges (as much as possible) with a sharp knife or other object
2. Then cover the surfaces without sealant residues as much as possible with, for example, plastic
3. For coarse pieces of sealant, scratch the sealant residue with a sharp object
4. Apply SUPER Silicone Remover liberally to the sealant residue
5. Then let the product soak in until the residues soften
6. Remove sealant residue with a knife or other object
7. Finally, carefully remove any remaining SUPER Silicone Remover with plenty of water and a clean cloth
8. If necessary, repeat this treatment
Benefits of the Super Silicone Remover
- Works on silicone, acrylic, butylene and universal sealants.
- Suitable for removing glue residues and adhesive layers.
- Ensures a perfectly clean surface to which new sealant adheres optimally.
- Applicable on both indoor and outdoor surfaces.
Extra tip: degrease for perfect adhesion
Even when the sealant residue has disappeared, a thin layer of grease or dirt often remains. For optimal adhesion of new sealant, use Super Pro All Purpose Cleaner & Degreaser afterwards. This Ecolabel product is biodegradable, safe for all surfaces and provides a grease-free base on which new sealant adheres better and lasts longer.
View here The Super Pro All Purpose Cleaner & Degreaser
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Want to know more about kitting?
Removing sealant residue is an important step in completely renewing your grouting. But it is only one part of the whole process. In our complete guide, you will read step by step how to completely remove old sealant, clean the substrate, apply new sealant and finish everything tightly with the right products.
Curious about the full roadmap?
Read here: Kit removal and application - tight joints step by step
Order Super Silicone Remover now
Want to get rid of stubborn sealant residue quickly and effectively?
Use Super Silicone Remover and completely clean joints, tiles and surfaces again.
For a perfectly grease-free base, combine this with the Super Pro All-purpose Cleaner & Degreaser.
And for a tightly finished new sealant layer, Super Finisher 500ml is the ideal choice.
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