Seal Up Your Warm Weather "To-Do" List With White Lightning® Caulks, Adhesives And Sealants

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Seal Up Your Warm Weather "To-Do" List With White Lightning^® Caulks, Adhesives And Sealants

(HIT) - Maintaining your home in warm weather is just as important as preparing it for winter – and if done correctly, can provide energy efficiency and eliminate the need for costly repairs that demand both time and money. White Lightning offers a variety of caulks, adhesives and sealants to assist homeowners in accomplishing their seasonal "to-do" lists, such as: repairing cracks, holes and crumbling caulk; inspecting siding for holes, gaps and openings; checking air conditioning connections, vents and openings; examining the roof and cleaning and securing gutters and downspouts; checking for cracks in brick and masonry; and, fixing cracks in driveways and walkways.

One of the first items on the warm weather "to-do" list is installing screens and washing windows – an excellent time to do preventive maintenance, and check for cracks, holes and crumbling caulk. Consumers can count on White Lightning Silicone Ultra Window and Door Sealant, MaXimus™ Paintable Polymer Sealant, or 3006 Ultra All Purpose Elastomeric Sealant to aid in the repair of these problem areas.

White Lightning’s Silicone Ultra Window and Door Sealant is a low odor sealant ideal for exterior, and even interior, projects. It provides resistance against harsh weather elements, is mildew and rust resistant, and includes a lifetime guarantee. Common uses include applications for windows, doors, vinyl siding, and trim.

MaXimus Paintable Polymer Sealant combines the performance characteristics of silicone and polyurethane with the paintability of a latex caulk. MaXimus can be spray-painted immediately after application, or brush painted after a wait time of approximately 2 hours. Consumers can repair doors, windows, trim, siding and more with this durable, low odor, and low VOC sealant.

In addition to resolving issues like cracks, holes and crumbling caulk around windows, 3006 Ultra All Purpose Elastomeric Sealant serves as a multi-purpose solution for homeowners. Cleaning or power washing siding presents homeowners with another opportunity to inspect the outside of the house for holes, gaps and openings, which can be gateways for insects to enter and air to escape. 3006 Ultra can be used to fill these holes, gaps and openings.

"Another opportunity for insects to enter a home or for cool air to leak out during summer months is through air conditioning units," said Becky Tesar, Assistant Product Manager for White Lightning. "As homeowners test their air conditioning units and clean or replace filters, they should also clear the unit of debris. Check the connection to the house, as well as vents and other openings – and seal them with 3006 Ultra All Purpose Elastomeric Sealant."

These examples highlight the many reasons White Lightning 3006 Ultra is the ideal choice for a variety of caulking projects. Offering 40% more flexibility than standard latex caulks, and featuring ECOGUARD™ anti-microbial protection, it is paintable and made for both interior and exterior use. Several tasks on the homeowner’s "to-do" list can be completed with this one versatile solution.

White Lightning also recommends that homeowners check for cracks in brick and masonry. White Lightning’s Mortar Patch Latex Caulk is specially formulated to provide a durable seal for repairing holes in concrete, mortar, cinder block, stucco, stone, limestone and brick. It remains flexible while drying to a paintable, watertight seal. White Lightning Polyurethane products are also idea for fixing cracks in brick and masonry.

"By using a few tubes of caulk or sealant, homeowners can not only protect and beautify their homes, but they can also save on heating and cooling bills," added Tesar. "According to the EPA, air leaking through tiny holes and cracks can account for 25% to 40% of the energy used to heat and cool a typical home. Sealing these leaks is an easy, low-cost, energy-saving project you can do yourself to lessen the burden of rising energy costs."

Another pertinent task on the homeowner’s "to-do" list is examining the roof for loose shingles, leaks and openings. White Lightning Asphalt Roof Cement Sealant can help address these roofing concerns. It offers a durable, water- and weathertight seal, and can be applied to wet surfaces.

While on the roof, gutters and downspouts should also be checked for cracks, leaks or holes, and proper drainage, as well as making sure they are firmly secured to the home with no gaps or breaks. In addition, remove debris and cut tree limbs around the roof and gutters as is necessary. Any of these issues can cause potential leaks into the home, water damage or rotting. White Lightning Silicone Ultra Gutter and Flashing Sealant provides a long-lasting, watertight seal that can withstand the elements.

And finally, checking and repairing driveways and walkways is another common task on homeowners’ "to-do" lists. For filling and repairing driveways, patios, sidewalk cracks and more, White Lightning recommends Silicone Ultra Concrete & Mortar Repair Sealant, ideal for repairing splits and cracks in concrete.

With one basic seasonal "to-do" list and a variety of White Lightning product solutions at hand, homeowners can complete several important – and energy saving – preventative maintenance tasks on their homes, ideally leading to greater enjoyment, inside and out, during the warm weather months.

White Lightning

The White Lightning line of caulks and sealants has been the choice of building industry professionals and serious do-it-yourselfers for nearly 100 years. A leader in lab-verified, quality performance, White Lightning offers a full line of high-performance caulks and sealants for a variety of applications. White Lightning products are a part of The Sherwin-Williams Company, the largest paint and coatings manufacturer in the United States. For more information about White Lightning products, please visit www.wlcaulk.com.

Courtesy: Home Improvement News and Information Center

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