Sealant. How To Seal Around A Basin.

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Date Published:
18/06/2008

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George Clarke. How To Seal Around A Basin.

George Clarke
Property And Design Expert

Time required:
30 minutes

Cost:
£5 for a tube of sealant

Skill level:
Low

You'll need:
Kitchen and bathroom sealant; mastic gun; craft knife; white spirit; cloth; latex gloves

Overview: The last job after tiling or replacing a bathroom or kitchen sink is to make the joint watertight with a flexible sealant. Clear, white and coloured sealants are available, just make sure whatever you use has a mould inhibitor to reduce the chances of black mildew spoiling the new finish.

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Click here to get started with George Clarke's step-by-step guide on how to seal around a basin

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