Regardless if you’re needing sealant for your bathroom or kitchen, it’s important to choose a high quality sealant for this task.
The good news is that high quality sealants are not expensive at all. However, a problem is that the poorly made sealants are comparable in price to the high quality ones, so it can be a challenge picking out the good from the bad.
Dryzone Silicone Sealant Kit
This is really a master package for those that are totally new to using sealants. Included in the kit is a physical sealant scraper which should remove the majority of the sealant. There is also a separate tube which when applied to the remaining sealant will soften it up and can easily be removed with the scraper.
There are also isopropyl alcohol wipes which clean up the area before the included masking tape is applied. In addition to this, there is also a tube of white silicone sealant and also the applicator gun. Lastly, there is a smoothing tool to ensure that the sealant looks pristine.
I used this kit on a friends bathroom that was needing renovated, and I was blown away with the results from it. If you don’t already have the applicator gun, the sealant remover and the sealant smoother, this kit is definitely worth the money. All of these components are of extremely high quality. I’ve tried the cheaper versions of these tools and I’ve always been left frustrated with the awful results that they give. This wasn’t the case with the tools in this kit.
I was also really impressed with the compound that broke down the harder to remove old sealant. It did a great job of softening this up when used with the included brush.
The sealant flowed at just the right pace using the included applicator gun, and it achieved a finish that a professional would have charged a considerable amount more for. There are actually two of the tubes of silicone sealant in the kit. Since this can be used in kitchens as well as bathrooms, it means that you can use the other tube elsewhere. The silicone sealant has an anti-mould agent in it meaning that it will stay white even countless years have passed since it was applied.
For those that are unsure of the process, the kit also includes a fairly robust manual to ensure that you get a great finish every time. For those needing the whole package, this is the one that you should opt for.
- All-in-one Silicone Sealant Replacement Kit - everything you need to successfully replace damaged, discoloured and mouldy sealant in bathrooms and kitchens
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Unibond Triple Protection Silicone Sealant
Unibond are well known for their variety of sealants and this one is no exception.
It features unique technology that will repel mould, as well as kill any that does come into contact with the sealant and prevent it from growing. As with the dryzone sealant, it can be used in both the kitchen and also the bathroom for a variety of tasks included sealing kitchen sinks, baths, showers and also toilers and worktops.
It was very easy to apply this, and I was really happy with the finish of it. It is also a white sealant and it looks great once applied. The full cure time of this is 24 hours, but it is dry to the touch within 20 minutes. However, I would always recommend that if use in a bath or shower that you wait the 24 hours after application before using it. This is to ensure that it is fully cured and bonded to the relevant areas.
There isn’t an applicator gun included in this kit, but if you’ve already got one and want a white sealant, this is the one for you.
- Triple Protection – The durable white sealant offers a Triple Protect formulation to keep bathrooms & kitchens sanitary – repelling, killing and preventing mould growth.
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Gorilla All Conditions Silicone Sealant
For those that want a clear silicone sealant that will also give a great finish, I can highly recommend Gorilla. I’ve used their waterproof patch and seal tape before on my car, and was curious how their silicone sealant would perform.
There are times where a clear silicone sealant is preferred, such as in the kitchen.
This comes in two options, a conventional cartridge where you would need an applicator gun, and also a tube. If you are using this for work in the kitchen or bathroom, I would always recommend a cartridge. I’ve also used the tube version and this was great for spot repairs, but I wouldn’t use it to seal a bath, sink etc.
Much like the Unibond, it does dry quickly- within 30 minutes. I found it extremely easy to apply and also like the Unibond it is resistant to mould and mildew build up. In both kitchens and bathrooms, this is crucial. It will also retain its size over time and has an anti shrink agent within it.
- FAST SET - Can be exposed to water after just 30 minutes
Last update on 2023-06-09 / Affiliate links / Images from Amazon Product Advertising API