Conceal Textured Caulk
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We are offering free shipping for all sizes of this product shipping to the Lower 48 United States. Offer does not apply to Alaska, Hawaii, and the US Territories. Free Shipping applies to this item only and not the entire order.
Sashco Conceal Textured Caulk's light texture simulates the natural roughness of wood and delivers performance that's hard to see. Sashco Conceal's 7 colors blend in with the most popular stains used on log homes. The combination of color and texture makes it hard to see where the caulking ends and the logs begin. The caulking disappears into the woodwork, and your home is sealed from the elements. Although the caulking is hard to see, Sashco Conceal delivers performance. It outperforms all other textured caulks currently available.
Sashco Conceal Caulk Features & Benefits
• Water-based – easy to apply and clean up.
• Lightly Textured – blends in with wood grain.
• Ultra-elastic - Will not crack, tear or pull away.
• Matches the most popular stain colors.
• Excellent early water resistance.
• Freeze-thaw stable.
• Resistant to rainfall in 1-4 hours.
Where to Use Sashco Conceal Textured Caulk
Anywhere you want to match the color and texture of your wood surface, including:
• Log homes, log checks.
• Wood windows and door trim, baseboards, and crown molding.
• Wood siding, including Pine, Cedar, Redwood and many others.
• Where wood siding meets corner boards, chimneys or brick.
• Adheres well to most standard building materials.
Where Not To Use Sashco Conceal Caulk
• Surfaces previously coated with a waxy or non-drying oil coating
• Surfaces specifically designed to be non-stick, like Kynar coated.
• Surfaces previously sealed with silicone – silicone and silicone residue must first be removed.
• Areas of continuous submersion.
• Areas exposed to foot or vehicular traffic.
Sashco Conceal Caulk Application Methods
• When using 5-gallon pails grout bags, or Bulk Loading Guns may be used.
• Use a Cartridge Caulking Gun when using either the 29 oz. or 10.5 oz. cartridges of Conceal.
• When using a cartridge, cut the spout at a 45° angle to desired bead size.
• Conceal requires no heating prior to application but will dispense easier when kept warm before use.
• Conceal should be tooled directly after application to ensure good adhesion and a smooth looking bead.
• Conceal may be tooled with ordinary masonry-type tooling blades, a wetted finger, or a damp polyethylene foam brush.
• Work the material smooth, tooling Conceal tightly to the surfaces, keeping a rag handy for clean up.
How to Measure My Caulking Project
• There are two dimensions that you need to know in order to determine how much product you will need: the width and the cumulative length (linear feet) of the gaps or joints that you want to seal.
• Figuring the Width: If it is a joint on a squared log it is the average distance between upper and lower log surfaces. If it is round log joint you first have to insert a length of proper size Grip Strip or backer rod and then measure the distance between the top and bottom logs about 3/8 of an inch in front of the surface of the chosen backing product.
• Figuring the Cumulative Length (Linear Feet): It is best if you break it down to one wall at a time then add all of the walls together it becomes much simpler. Start by measuring the length of the wall with a tape measure. Then count the number of joints you need to seal. Usually it is the number of log courses minus one. When you multiply these two numbers together you have the linear feet of sealant required for that wall.
Sashco Conceal Caulk Resources
Sashco Conceal Caulk Product Info
Sashco Conceal Caulk MSDS Sheet
Sashco Technical Support
If you have questions or issues regarding the Sashco line of products, Sashco Technical Support is available at 800-767-5656.
Sashco Conceal Caulk Application Information Sashco Conceal Caulk Surface Preparation Sashco Conceal Caulk Paintability & Compatibility Recommended Tools & Supplies For Applying Caulking How to Tool Sashco Conceal Caulk How to Apply Sashco Conceal Caulk Sashco Conceal Caulk Clean Up and Storage |
Product Questions
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I'm applying conceal outside log structure. What is the cure time before rain could damage it?
Below is some helpful guidance from Sashco on protecting the caulk when rain is in the forecast:
Water Resistance No washout (4 hours, 40 degrees , 50% relative humidity). In severe conditions - under 40 degrees and/or 70%+ humidity -- full rain resistance may take longer. Cover exterior walls with plastic if rainfall is expected with-in 24 hours after installation. Not recommended for continuous submersion or areas exposed to foot or vehicular traffic. -
Can Conceal caulk be used on the interior of my home?
Yes. Sashco Conceal caulk can be used for the interior and exterior of your home. Please follow the application instructions as outlined on the Conceal information sheet.
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Will Conceal caulk stick to stone surfaces or where the metal roof meets the logs?
Conceal caulk will adhere very well to stone such as a fireplace or masonry as long as it is not exposed to high temperatures. Conceal will also adhere to clean aluminum but should not be exposed to areas that experience large volumes of water such as gutters and flashings. We would suggest Sashco Lexel or Through The Roof for these high moisture areas.
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Can Conceal caulk be used on a joint wider than 2 inches?
It is not recommended that Conceal caulk be used on joints over 2". It is suggested that a chinking compound be used for a joint over 2".
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What is the difference between Log Builder caulk and Conceal caulk?
Log Builder caulk is a smooth, untextured caulk whereas Conceal is textured. Log Builder caulk will have a shiny finish when dry and Conceal will have more of a satin look. The physical properties of Conceal and Log Builder (such as adhesion, elongation, and resistance to weathering) are very similar.
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How warm does the temperature need to be to apply Conceal caulk?
Conceal caulk is a water based product that needs to be applied in temperatures between 40 and 90 degrees.
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Should I caulk before I stain my house?
It would be best to stain your house before you caulk. Conceal is a lightly textured caulk that you will be able to match close to the color of stain you choose. When the house settles and the joint moves, the stain over the caulk will have a tendency to want to crack. Conceal caulk will stretch along with the settling but the cracked stain will remain on top. When it comes to restaining, you will have to stain over the caulk so just watch the finish for any cracks over the caulked areas.
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How wide of a joint can I use Sashco Conceal on?
Sashco Conceal Textured Caulk can be used on up to 2" wide joints. Sashco recommends that the ideal caulking depth is half of the joint width, but not less than 1/4" or no more than 1/2". If the joints are over 2", it is recommended to use a chinking compound.
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Free Ground Shipping
We are offering free shipping for all sizes of this product shipping to the Lower 48 United States. Offer does not apply to Alaska, Hawaii, and the US Territories. Free Shipping applies to this item only and not the entire order.
Sashco Conceal Textured Caulk's light texture simulates the natural roughness of wood and delivers performance that's hard to see. Sashco Conceal's 7 colors blend in with the most popular stains used on log homes. The combination of color and texture makes it hard to see where the caulking ends and the logs begin. The caulking disappears into the woodwork, and your home is sealed from the elements. Although the caulking is hard to see, Sashco Conceal delivers performance. It outperforms all other textured caulks currently available.
Sashco Conceal Caulk Features & Benefits
• Water-based – easy to apply and clean up.
• Lightly Textured – blends in with wood grain.
• Ultra-elastic - Will not crack, tear or pull away.
• Matches the most popular stain colors.
• Excellent early water resistance.
• Freeze-thaw stable.
• Resistant to rainfall in 1-4 hours.
Where to Use Sashco Conceal Textured Caulk
Anywhere you want to match the color and texture of your wood surface, including:
• Log homes, log checks.
• Wood windows and door trim, baseboards, and crown molding.
• Wood siding, including Pine, Cedar, Redwood and many others.
• Where wood siding meets corner boards, chimneys or brick.
• Adheres well to most standard building materials.
Where Not To Use Sashco Conceal Caulk
• Surfaces previously coated with a waxy or non-drying oil coating
• Surfaces specifically designed to be non-stick, like Kynar coated.
• Surfaces previously sealed with silicone – silicone and silicone residue must first be removed.
• Areas of continuous submersion.
• Areas exposed to foot or vehicular traffic.
Sashco Conceal Caulk Application Methods
• When using 5-gallon pails grout bags, or Bulk Loading Guns may be used.
• Use a Cartridge Caulking Gun when using either the 29 oz. or 10.5 oz. cartridges of Conceal.
• When using a cartridge, cut the spout at a 45° angle to desired bead size.
• Conceal requires no heating prior to application but will dispense easier when kept warm before use.
• Conceal should be tooled directly after application to ensure good adhesion and a smooth looking bead.
• Conceal may be tooled with ordinary masonry-type tooling blades, a wetted finger, or a damp polyethylene foam brush.
• Work the material smooth, tooling Conceal tightly to the surfaces, keeping a rag handy for clean up.
How to Measure My Caulking Project
• There are two dimensions that you need to know in order to determine how much product you will need: the width and the cumulative length (linear feet) of the gaps or joints that you want to seal.
• Figuring the Width: If it is a joint on a squared log it is the average distance between upper and lower log surfaces. If it is round log joint you first have to insert a length of proper size Grip Strip or backer rod and then measure the distance between the top and bottom logs about 3/8 of an inch in front of the surface of the chosen backing product.
• Figuring the Cumulative Length (Linear Feet): It is best if you break it down to one wall at a time then add all of the walls together it becomes much simpler. Start by measuring the length of the wall with a tape measure. Then count the number of joints you need to seal. Usually it is the number of log courses minus one. When you multiply these two numbers together you have the linear feet of sealant required for that wall.
Sashco Conceal Caulk Resources
Sashco Conceal Caulk Product Info
Sashco Conceal Caulk MSDS Sheet
Sashco Technical Support
If you have questions or issues regarding the Sashco line of products, Sashco Technical Support is available at 800-767-5656.
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Sashco Conceal Caulk Application Information Sashco Conceal Caulk Surface Preparation Sashco Conceal Caulk Paintability & Compatibility Recommended Tools & Supplies For Applying Caulking How to Tool Sashco Conceal Caulk How to Apply Sashco Conceal Caulk Sashco Conceal Caulk Clean Up and Storage |
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Product Questions
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I'm applying conceal outside log structure. What is the cure time before rain could damage it?
Below is some helpful guidance from Sashco on protecting the caulk when rain is in the forecast:
Water Resistance No washout (4 hours, 40 degrees , 50% relative humidity). In severe conditions - under 40 degrees and/or 70%+ humidity -- full rain resistance may take longer. Cover exterior walls with plastic if rainfall is expected with-in 24 hours after installation. Not recommended for continuous submersion or areas exposed to foot or vehicular traffic. -
Can Conceal caulk be used on the interior of my home?
Yes. Sashco Conceal caulk can be used for the interior and exterior of your home. Please follow the application instructions as outlined on the Conceal information sheet.
-
Will Conceal caulk stick to stone surfaces or where the metal roof meets the logs?
Conceal caulk will adhere very well to stone such as a fireplace or masonry as long as it is not exposed to high temperatures. Conceal will also adhere to clean aluminum but should not be exposed to areas that experience large volumes of water such as gutters and flashings. We would suggest Sashco Lexel or Through The Roof for these high moisture areas.
-
Can Conceal caulk be used on a joint wider than 2 inches?
It is not recommended that Conceal caulk be used on joints over 2". It is suggested that a chinking compound be used for a joint over 2".
-
What is the difference between Log Builder caulk and Conceal caulk?
Log Builder caulk is a smooth, untextured caulk whereas Conceal is textured. Log Builder caulk will have a shiny finish when dry and Conceal will have more of a satin look. The physical properties of Conceal and Log Builder (such as adhesion, elongation, and resistance to weathering) are very similar.
-
How warm does the temperature need to be to apply Conceal caulk?
Conceal caulk is a water based product that needs to be applied in temperatures between 40 and 90 degrees.
-
Should I caulk before I stain my house?
It would be best to stain your house before you caulk. Conceal is a lightly textured caulk that you will be able to match close to the color of stain you choose. When the house settles and the joint moves, the stain over the caulk will have a tendency to want to crack. Conceal caulk will stretch along with the settling but the cracked stain will remain on top. When it comes to restaining, you will have to stain over the caulk so just watch the finish for any cracks over the caulked areas.
-
How wide of a joint can I use Sashco Conceal on?
Sashco Conceal Textured Caulk can be used on up to 2" wide joints. Sashco recommends that the ideal caulking depth is half of the joint width, but not less than 1/4" or no more than 1/2". If the joints are over 2", it is recommended to use a chinking compound.