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What is OSI caulking?

OSI caulking sealant products were born on the jobsite and are built to withstand the elements. From siding sealant and window caulk to gutter and roofing applications, our premium, durable products ensure your job and reputation stand up to even the harshest conditions.

How soon can you paint OSI Quad caulk?

1 hour
OSI QUAD MAX has a fast 24-hour cure and can be painted in 1 hour (dependent on temperature, humidity, and depth of sealant applied).

How long does it take for OSI caulk to dry?

24-72 hours
Full cure may take 24-72 hours or longer depending on ambient conditions and volume of sealant used. Sealant is paintable in 1 hour*.

Is OSI Quad waterproof?

It can be applied to wet or dry surfaces, even at freezing temperatures. And unlike other sealants, it resists dirt & dust collection, yellowing and water washout. OSI QUAD is self-tooling and once cured is paintable with latex paints.

Is OSI Quad toxic?

WARNING: HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED OR INHALED. MAY CAUSE EYE, SKIN AND RESPIRATORY TRACT IRRITATION.

What happens if you paint over uncured caulk?

The outer surface, the paint, will dry first and as the interior of the caulk bead sets it will shrink. The shrinking will force the paint to fold and crack.

What is the best exterior CALK?

Exterior silicone caulk is the most commonly used type of exterior caulk because of its incredible durability and water resistance. Silicone is also a very flexible material, even after it has cured, making it an ideal option for sealing drafty windows and doors.

Can you tool OSI Quad caulk?

Arm yourself against the elements with OSI QUAD Window, Door & Siding Sealant. OSI QUAD is self-tooling and once cured is paintable with latex paints. Our color specialists work closely with leading window, door and siding manufacturers to ensure perfect color matches.

Who owns OSI caulk?

Osi – Ahesives & Sealants – Henkel.

Is OSI Quad mold resistant?

The Seal & Bond technology provides increased durability for a long lasting, flexible seal. Loctite Polyseamseal All Purpose is easy to apply and tool and the cured product is weather-resistant, mold and mildew resistant and paintable in 40 minutes.

Why use OSI caulking sealant?

You need it sealed right the first time. That’s why you use OSI. OSI caulking sealant products were born on the jobsite and are built to withstand the elements.

What is the OSI quad and quad Max Color Guide?

The OSI QUAD and QUAD MAX Color Guide will be the most accurate representation of QUAD and QUAD MAX Colors Available. Choosing a color by monitor representation alone could result in an improper color selection because of color variations by monitor type.

What is OSI quad paint made of?

OSI QUAD is self-tooling and once cured is paintable with latex paints. Our color specialists work closely with leading window, door and siding manufacturers to ensure perfect color matches. OSI QUAD is composed of elastomeric polymers and high-quality synthetic resins.

Can you use OSI quad sealant on concrete?

It can be applied to wet or dry surfaces, even at freezing temperatures and, unlike other sealants, it resists dirt and dust collection, yellowing and water washout. OSI QUAD bonds without a primer to most common substrates like cedar, painted or stained woods, fiberglass, vinyl, coated aluminum, steel, metal, brick, masonry and concrete.