Oz07 Posted May 6, 2020 Share Posted May 6, 2020 Cmon then whats the best make in peoples experience? I've tried a few still not found the best caulk to resist cracking. I can safely say Brewers own brand is rubbish Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oz07 Posted May 6, 2020 Author Share Posted May 6, 2020 Overbuild 175 looks to be a contender designed more as a sealant than caulk think these seem to be more flexible Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roundtuit Posted May 6, 2020 Share Posted May 6, 2020 23 minutes ago, Oz07 said: I can safely say Brewers own brand is rubbish I got on ok with Brewers. I guess it depends on how big your gaps are... ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oz07 Posted May 6, 2020 Author Share Posted May 6, 2020 Gaps are tiny I think that's the problem not enough material to flex. If you read that 175 mds they reccomends 5mm gap! Interesting though it says vinyl matt paint is very inflexible so is usually the paint cracking not the caulk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gone West Posted May 7, 2020 Share Posted May 7, 2020 I've used Everbuild Everflex 125 in gaps down to 1mm with no problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oz07 Posted May 7, 2020 Author Share Posted May 7, 2020 125 or 175 @PeterStarck? The 175 is available at toolstation Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oz07 Posted May 7, 2020 Author Share Posted May 7, 2020 Like I say tiny gaps but still needs caulking Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Punter Posted May 7, 2020 Share Posted May 7, 2020 I have used some supposedly overpaintable stuff and the paint grins through. Have had to use a coat of Cover Stain to stop it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gone West Posted May 7, 2020 Share Posted May 7, 2020 (edited) 6 hours ago, Oz07 said: 125 or 175 @PeterStarck? The 175 is available at toolstation The stuff I've got is 125 which I got from the local hardware shop. I don't know the difference I'm afraid. Edit Apparently the 175 is an acrylic sealant and the 125 is a one hour caulk. Edited May 7, 2020 by PeterStarck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gone West Posted May 7, 2020 Share Posted May 7, 2020 6 hours ago, Oz07 said: Like I say tiny gaps but still needs caulking I used mine for gaps just like those. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SiBee Posted May 8, 2020 Share Posted May 8, 2020 Dulux decorators centre anti crack acrylic caulk, as recommended by our contractors who swear by this stuff. I tried loads and even paid more for postage than product in buying the one recommended in the monthly builders magazine. Think it was made by Dunlop and my paint still “crackled” over this.What the lads do is prime with B.I.N as this covers anything, is tough, easy to use and ready for a coat after approx 40 mins. I am painting my kitchen cabinet doors and these products are working well. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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