lizzie Posted January 9, 2019 Share Posted January 9, 2019 Can anyone point me at silicone that comes with some sort of integral gun? Is there such a thing? I need to replace the clear silicone in the bottom corner of my glass shower screen the water is coming underneath and spreading across the floor. Think my cleaning has been too vigorous. I bought a gun but I can't use it, my hands are too bad and finding a local handyman is like looking for a hen with teeth. Have googled but can't find what I need so any pointers gratefully received. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamiehamy Posted January 9, 2019 Share Posted January 9, 2019 Worth a try? Not sure if heating it before applying will make it easy to apply? Will still need squeezed but maybe easier. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Silicone-Sealant-Clear-Waterproof-70g/dp/B0036GEK9W I would also say that in terms of applicator guns, the Heavy Duty ones are the best, require significantly less effort. We have two, and I can barely use the 'standard' one. It's too hard even for me. I used this one as well which is actually quite good too. https://www.screwfix.com/p/no-nonsense-foil-and-cartridge-applicator-gun/133fr 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lizzie Posted January 9, 2019 Author Share Posted January 9, 2019 (edited) @jamiehamy thank you that looks just the job...I'm not clear on the heating bit but will see when it comes. EDIT just got the heating comment...yes good idea thank you My problem with the gun (s) (have bought 3 different ones) is that I have arthritis in my hands and I just cant make them - hands or guns - work. Edited January 9, 2019 by lizzie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newhome Posted January 9, 2019 Share Posted January 9, 2019 Thanks @jamiehamy, gun ease of use noted. I have a few things to tackle and probably would have bought a cheapo gun TBH. @lizzie I had a handyman in to do a bathroom here. OMG he was useless! Could have made a better job myself. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lizzie Posted January 9, 2019 Author Share Posted January 9, 2019 Interesting on the same Amazon page they have clear threshold strips for wetrooms....maybe I should get some of those to fill in the gaps under my window level thresholds that are still 10mm off the ground and accumulating all sorts of rubbish underneath whilst we are waiting for a solution. I am being serious...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vijay Posted January 9, 2019 Share Posted January 9, 2019 They do battery powered ones but I suppose you have to weigh up the cost vs how many times you'll use it. Saying that, if you were going to pay for a tradesperson to do it, that could cost you more Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lizzie Posted January 9, 2019 Author Share Posted January 9, 2019 11 minutes ago, Vijay said: They do battery powered ones but I suppose you have to weigh up the cost vs how many times you'll use it. Saying that, if you were going to pay for a tradesperson to do it, that could cost you more got a link? I have ordered the clear from amazon but would still be interested in a gun for other stuff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newhome Posted January 9, 2019 Share Posted January 9, 2019 Looks like you need to buy the same make as batteries you already have. This is without batteries http://vi.raptor.ebaydesc.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemDescV4&item=352179080582&category=168798&pm=1&ds=0&t=1540446110000&ver=0&cspheader=1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nickfromwales Posted January 9, 2019 Share Posted January 9, 2019 @lizzie Would this help? Link Stop the press ( quite literally ) I thought id seen these. Back of the net Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Posted January 9, 2019 Share Posted January 9, 2019 6 minutes ago, Nickfromwales said: @lizzie Would this help? Link Think was my link Nick?? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nickfromwales Posted January 9, 2019 Share Posted January 9, 2019 2 minutes ago, Pete said: Think was my link Nick?? bugger ill change it in a mo. 2nd one is the winner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lizzie Posted January 9, 2019 Author Share Posted January 9, 2019 (edited) 36 minutes ago, newhome said: Looks like you need to buy the same make as batteries you already have. This is without batteries http://vi.raptor.ebaydesc.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemDescV4&item=352179080582&category=168798&pm=1&ds=0&t=1540446110000&ver=0&cspheader=1 eek thats a lot ££’s ... I have different batteries in lawnmower etc cant remember brand offhand....now remembered Bosch is what I have in battery tools Edited January 9, 2019 by lizzie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lizzie Posted January 9, 2019 Author Share Posted January 9, 2019 11 minutes ago, Nickfromwales said: @lizzie Would this help? Link Stop the press ( quite literally ) I thought id seen these. Back of the net yay great that looks excellent I’ll be off to B&Q tomorrow to inspect the colour ranges too. Thank you ...both Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nickfromwales Posted January 9, 2019 Share Posted January 9, 2019 The duff link was to one in a toothpaste tube Been a long day. This is the correct link...….."Joys of modern technology", my hairy welsh arse it is!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newhome Posted January 9, 2019 Share Posted January 9, 2019 27 minutes ago, Nickfromwales said: I thought id seen these. Back of the net Confused.com now. Is it the 'back of the net' link (looks like this has a nozzle rather than the Amazon one in a tube)? Is a nozzle likely to be easier to use than a tube of stuff? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newhome Posted January 9, 2019 Share Posted January 9, 2019 19 minutes ago, lizzie said: eek thats a lot ££’s ... I have different batteries in lawnmower etc cant remember brand offhand....now remembered Bosch is what I have in battery tools I looked on YouTube. Looks like quite a thing to hold and aim straight. Don't think it's the thing for arthritic hands TBH unless you have great biceps ? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lizzie Posted January 9, 2019 Author Share Posted January 9, 2019 10 minutes ago, newhome said: Confused.com now. Is it the 'back of the net' link (looks like this has a nozzle rather than the Amazon one in a tube)? Is a nozzle likely to be easier to use than a tube of stuff? I’ve ordered the Amazon tube and going to look at B&Q nozzles tomorrow.......a girl can never have too many options when it comes to sealant???? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nickfromwales Posted January 9, 2019 Share Posted January 9, 2019 14 minutes ago, newhome said: Confused.com now. Is it the 'back of the net' link (looks like this has a nozzle rather than the Amazon one in a tube)? Is a nozzle likely to be easier to use than a tube of stuff? self propelled 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newhome Posted January 9, 2019 Share Posted January 9, 2019 5 minutes ago, lizzie said: I’ve ordered the Amazon tube and going to look at B&Q nozzles tomorrow.......a girl can never have too many options when it comes to sealant???? It's just like shoes - you can never have too many different choices ? ? ?? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newhome Posted January 9, 2019 Share Posted January 9, 2019 A numpty question from me @Nickfromwales. Are you supposed to scrape out the old stuff first? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nickfromwales Posted January 9, 2019 Share Posted January 9, 2019 2 minutes ago, newhome said: A numpty question from me We would expect nothing else All depends if there's just gaps to fill back in, and the original stuff is in good repair TBH. Main thing is that it is DRY, as silicone will not take to anything wet. Best to dry it by blasting it with a hair drier for a good 5-10 mins, and then leave to cool right off. Dry the majority with kitchen roll first. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newhome Posted January 9, 2019 Share Posted January 9, 2019 Just now, Nickfromwales said: We would expect nothing else All depends if there's just gaps to fill back in, and the original stuff is in good repair TBH. Main thing is that it is DRY, as silicone will not take to anything wet. Best to dry it by blasting it with a hair drier for a good 5-10 mins, and then leave to cool right off. Dry the majority with kitchen roll first. Thanks. Someone has to be the token numpty, may as well be me It's the stuff the twat handyman put in. It's going black and peeling off in the corner of the shower tray (thank Christ I only got him to do one bathroom). Guess that means I should scrape it out? I don't know if he scraped out what was there before mind ... Bet he used stuff from the pound shop! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Construction Channel Posted January 9, 2019 Share Posted January 9, 2019 might be worth looking into a set of silicone formers as well, running a nice even bead can be easy sometimes, but if you mess it up these make it loads easier to sort out. they make the job a LOT less stressful! you wont need a set that big, but a single one will probably cost at least £2-3 at a merchants, 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nickfromwales Posted January 9, 2019 Share Posted January 9, 2019 2 minutes ago, newhome said: It's the stuff the twat handyman put in. It's going black and peeling off in the corner of the shower tray (thank Christ I only got him to do one bathroom). Guess that means I should scrape it out? I don't know if he scraped out what was there before mind ... Bet he used stuff from the pound shop! Go all out and start afresh Get a silicone removal tool, score the silicone first with a Stanley knife to get things moving, ( don't scratch the tiles ), and then get a silicone remover such as CT1 multisolve / other. A few applications will see the old silicone dissolve and go to mush, and with repeated applications the old shit will all be off and you'll have a blank canvass. Labour of love though im afraid. Start up high so the product works as it descends, and don't let it sit on any rubber seals ( mask off if unavoidable ). 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newhome Posted January 9, 2019 Share Posted January 9, 2019 Thanks Nick . Where am I likely to see rubber seals? Nowt rubber in my shower I think! Or do you mean round the shower screen or summit? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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