waterproof sealant

Leak-preventing adhesive compound

A waterproof sealant is a substance applied to surfaces or joints to prevent water penetration.

Silicone, polyurethane, and rubber-based compounds are common types.

Sealants fill gaps around bathtubs, windows, roofs, and foundations: I ran a bead of waterproof sealant around the shower door.

Unlike adhesives, sealants remain flexible after curing.

Related

rubber · gasket · coating · barrier · moisture · leak · leaky pipe · joint · expansion joint · crack · bathroom · shower stall · roof · flashing · drip edge · putty · flexible · bond

Opposites
water permeability

waterproof sealantabsorbent material

Substance that soaks things

sponge · desiccant · absorbent · breathable fabric · blotting paper

material function

waterproof sealantsolvent

Dissolving liquid or financially stable

paint stripper · penetrating oil

sealing function

waterproof sealantsolvent

Dissolving liquid or financially stable

stripper · adhesive remover · paint thinner · corrosive · rust

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Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G