Sealants
Sealant is a substance used to block the passage of fluids through openings in materials, a type of mechanical seal. In building construction sealant is sometimes synonymous with caulking and also serve the purposes of blocking dust, sound and heat transmission.
Sealants Used for Building Joints
The building and construction industry employs multiple materials, like metals, concrete, etc. as well as many prefabricated parts, such as:
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Sandwich panels
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Windows and doors (made of metals, wood, PVC, etc.)
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Partitions (often made of plasterboard)
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Prefabricated concrete slabs for floors and exterior walls, etc.
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Sealants are employed to connect and join the various parts and materials to the main structure and to themselves. They help in closing the gaps between the elements and surfaces of the construction and thus, prevent fluids and other substances from passing through surfaces and mechanical joints.
