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Sealants and Adhesives Explained

Choosing between silicones, MS polymers, PUs and acrylics for construction.

Technical Team · United Flexo Supplies · 5 March 2026

Sealants and Adhesives Explained

Sealant types

Silicones cure flexible and UV-stable. MS polymers paint over and stick to almost anything. PUs cure tough and bond porous substrates.

Joint design

Calculate joint movement and depth-to-width ratio before selecting a sealant.

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