What is putty?
The putty is a pasty product composed of various natural or synthetic substances. It has characteristics that give it many capabilities to bond two elements (metals, ceramics, wood, etc.) while remaining flexible.
Putty is an essential part of construction, repair and DIY activities. This is why Etraves offers you a wide range of sealant packaging.
The sealing compound in all its states
Waterproofing mastics are imperative for sealing cracks and filling gaps in tiles, concrete or wood. This material is essential for finishing and rehabilitating a building. Acrylic is trendy.
Acrylic putty is quite popular compared to other types of putty. It is popular because it is easy to apply and can be adjusted as desired. It can be applied both inside and outside the house. It can also be painted easily and its maintenance is relatively simple.
Acrylic sealant also differs in its strength. It is imperishable when stored in an airtight container, away from moisture and sunlight. If not, it will solidify.
When the installation is of good quality, the mastic never comes off. Therefore, before installation, you must first treat the area by absorbing excess moisture and removing dust or grease with a brush. When these conditions are not respected, the acrylic sealant dries quickly and cracks in a short time. It is also important to gauge the application. A layer that is too thick or too thin will cause the whole thing to peel off. For the finishing, you just have to refine the whole with a spatula.
Use
Generally speaking, this product is used to ensure the sealing of the surface between which two materials will be joined. It should be noted that this substance hardens in the open air and the barrier it forms is resistant to liquid, gas and air.
The different types of putty
There are different types of sealants depending on their uses, but the main families are: silicones, hybrids, polyurethanes, acrylics and butyls. In addition, each of these categories contains different classes related to the property of the product:
- Silicone sealant: Mainly used in carpentry for glazing joints, it is also used in the construction of curtain wall and light facade.
- Neutral silicone sealant: It is very suitable for synthetic substrates.
- Multi-purpose putty: This type of putty is suitable for all kinds of materials (wood, PVC or metal).
- Glazier's putty (linseed putty): It is an ecological and recyclable putty made from linseed oil and Meudon white, often used in the installation of windows and the filling of holes and cracks in wooden materials.
- Silicone sealant for doors and windows: Ideal for doors and windows, this silicone sealant provides insulation on these openings. It further protects the house against water, noise and air. Other surfaces such as glass, tiles and aluminum can also be sealed with this type of sealant.
- Acrylic putty: It is mainly used in the repair of concrete, wood, brick and PVC constructions that are cracked or have holes.
- Bituminous mastic: Bituminous mastic is often applied in roofing elements as it is more suitable for zinc and sheet metal.
- Mastic glue: As its name suggests, it is used to glue various materials in carpentry such as PVC pipes and rubber or ceramic tools.
- Polyurethane putty: Used for concrete, tiles, PVC, wood ... in construction work.
The packaging of the filler
Whether single- or two-component putty, Etraves can fill your putty in all its forms. The great classics are 310ml or two-component cartridges: Etraves packs over a million of these a year.
Etraves is also equipped with automatic tube fillers and works in partnership with packaging manufacturers to deliver a ready to sell product.
Do you prefer to sell your filler in jars or cans? Here again, Etraves is equipped to facilitate packaging.
Whatever the particularities of the sealant, Etraves adapts to these constraints and has made it its specialty for almost 30 years. Etraves also adapts to your needs by offering you customized packaging services: small or medium series, purchase of your components, labels, digital printing, blistering, packaging in display boxes, etc.
If you wish an information on this service you can contact us at 03 44 26 89 40 or leave us a message on our website
