How to correctly choose sealants in home interiors?

Currently, there are many types of sealants on the market, and the performance of various types of sealants varies greatly in different use environments. Therefore, the correct selection of sealants is very important for interior decoration and renovation. Below I will introduce to you the common types of sealants for residential indoor and outdoor use so that you can choose correctly.

1. Anti-mildew sealant

Places such as kitchens and bathrooms are damp all year round and rich in organic matter, which can easily breed bacteria. Ordinary sealants do not have bactericidal or bacteriostatic ingredients, and mold will breed in large quantities and even penetrate into the sealant, making it difficult to remove. Mold on the sealant not only affects the visual effect of the sealant joint, but the allergenic substances released by the mold can easily cause allergic reactions when inhaled by the human body, endangering human health. Regular manufacturers' anti-mold sealant formulas contain anti-mold agents or fungicides, which inhibit the growth of most molds and can maintain the beauty of the sealant joint surface to the greatest extent. It is recommended to use waterproof and mildew-proof sealants when installing all types of kitchen appliances, cabinets, shower rooms, wooden doors, sanitary ware, etc.

2. Stone sealant

In recent years, people have paid more and more attention to the environmental protection and beauty of residential decoration. As a natural material, stone is widely favored by homeowners because of its unique texture, rich texture and color. During the formation process of stone, there are more or less holes, which puts it at risk of being stained and soaked by pollutants. The use of stone sealant can prevent polluting liquids from soaking and staining, making the stone beautiful and durable.

3. Beautiful seam sealant

In modern home decoration, ceramic tiles are an indispensable decoration material; the beautiful seams of ceramic tiles are also an indispensable decoration step. Some traditional seaming products are prone to shrinking over time and are not waterproof or moisture-proof. They will age seriously in the later period and cause the gaps between the ceramic tiles to turn yellow and black. The seam sealant can effectively prevent the seams from turning black and is suitable for seams of ceramic tiles in the kitchen and living room, and edge sealing of ceramic bathrooms.

4. No nail sealant

Traditional residential interior decoration mainly uses electric drills and hammers to fix various boards, floor tiles and wooden wire projects, which can easily cause irreversible damage to the base surface and even cause leakage risks. As people pursue improved quality of life, nail-free sealant is commonly used in modern home decoration to replace traditional nails or bolts. Nail-free sealant, also called "liquid nail", is a kind of construction sealant with extremely strong structural bonding force. It can be used to bond and fix various wooden wires, wooden floors, wooden partition boards, door casing wires, gypsum wires, and kickboards. Footings, wall lines, floor tiles, various decorative accessories and various wall panel projects; bonding mirrors, aluminum edge sealing, handles, crystal plates, marble, metal, aluminum-plastic panels, glass and wood, etc.; bonding and fixing All kinds of calligraphy and painting, signs, acrylic, display boards.

5. General sealant

Universal sealant is specially designed for bonding and sealing in indoor and outdoor decoration projects. It has the characteristics of good adhesion, wide range of bonding materials, and green environmental protection. It is especially suitable for materials such as glass, wood, ceramic tiles, stone, concrete, metal, and plastics. Adhesive and sealed, there is no irritation or unpleasant smell during use, bringing a new construction experience and aesthetic effect to the home.

6. Special silicone sealant for sunrooms

The sunroom, also known as the "glass room", is a fully exposed building built with glass and metal frames. Currently, most of the materials used to build sunrooms on the market are aluminum alloy and anti-explosion glass. The gaps between burst-proof glass and the gaps between sunroom window frames need to be filled with sealant. Improper selection of sealant may cause the sunroom to leak on rainy days and be exposed to sunlight on sunny days. It is recommended to choose special silicone sealant for sunrooms for sealing. It is environmentally friendly and durable and avoids leakage.