Primerless Adhesion on Most Common Construction Surfaces
Designed for exterior use
Suitable for certain water immersion applications
Product Details
10.1 oz. Buff Vulkem 116 Polyurethane Sealant is a one-part, moisture-curing, gun-grade polyurethane sealant. It is durable, flexible, and offers excellent performance in dynamic joints. Vulkem 116 is an excellent general-purpose sealant designed for use on poured and precast concrete, masonry work, window and door perimeters, and similar types of construction joints. It is designed for use on exterior applications but can be used on interior applications with proper ventilation.
Durable, flexible polyurethane formula does not require a primer when used on most construction materials
Water-repellant design withstands continual immersion for long-lasting use
Forms a tight seal on pre-cast, masonry and other construction joints as well as window frame perimeters
For exterior use only
Can be used in vertical or horizontal joints that have been designed in accordance with accepted architectural/engineering practices
Paintable/stainable
Mold and mildew resistant
Permanently flexible
Meets ASTM standards
1 tube per order
Subject to or will include a recycling fee in the following states: CA, OR
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Q:Is it possible to use this to patch the sun desk post's cracks?
by|Oct 6, 2022
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A:Â Thank you for posting your inquiry on Tremco Vulkem 116 Polyurethane Sealant. This sealant is designed for use on poured and precast concrete, masonry work, window and door perimeters, and similar types of construction joints, not as a repair filler. Should you have additional questions or require further assistance, please visit https://www.tremcosealants.com/contact/ and complete the contact form to have a Tremco Representative reach out to you.
by|Oct 6, 2022
Q:I'm looking for a vertically used product to seal between cedar siding boards on our addition. Can this accept solid colored stain, if that is how I colored my siding?
by|Jun 1, 2022
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A: Thank you for posting your inquiry. Tremco polyurethane sealants and Tremflex 834 latex sealant accept paints and stains, however the sealant must be fully cured before such applications. Coating over the sealant before it cures restricts and/or inhibits the sealant from curing and may also adversely affect the coating. Sealant cure time is dependent upon the size and shape of the joint, humidity, and the exterior temperatures, the colder the temperature, the slower the cure. A generally acceptable cure time at 72ºF and 50% RH is 7 to 10 days for polyurethane and latex sealants. It must be understood that Tremco sealants are elastomeric in nature, enabling them to extend and compress within a construction joint. Most paints are designed to be applied to hard, non-moving surfaces and do not match the elastomeric properties of sealants. Because sealants are soft and will extend and compress, if the paint film does not move in an identical manner to the sealant, the paint may crack and peel. Tremco makes no representations or warranties regarding the compatibility and/or adhesion of paint films to Tremco sealants. It shall be the responsibility of the applicator of a particular coating applied over a Tremco sealant to take whatever measures necessary, including testing, to ensure compatibility and adhesion of the paint with the Tremco sealant. Please contact Tremco Technical Service at 866-209-2404 or visit https://www.tremcosealants.com/contact/ and complete the contact form with any questions regarding this guidance.
by|Jun 2, 2022
Q:Is it fluid or viscous in nature?, How difficult to inject in the vertical crack in concrete wall?
by|Oct 29, 2021
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A:Â Thank you for posting your inquiry. Vulkem 116 is a thick/heavy-bodied paste, designed for application to open joints. The viscosity of this product would not permit it to be "injected". Should you have additional questions or require further assistance, please visit https://www.tremcosealants.com/contact/ and complete the contact form to have a Tremco Representative reach out to you.
by|Nov 1, 2021
Q:What color is buff?
by|Apr 23, 2021
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A:Â Hi Bob, our Vulkem 116 Polyurethane Sealant in the color Buff is a medium tan color, similar to khaki. - Rust-Oleum Product Support 2
by|Apr 28, 2021
A:Â Hi Bob, our Vulkem 116 Polyurethane Sealant in the color Buff is a medium tan color, similar to khaki. - Rust-Oleum Product Support 2
by|Apr 28, 2021
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Oct 4, 2017
While residing my home with Hardie Siding I was looking at caulking for the edges. Hardie recomme...
While residing my home with Hardie Siding I was looking at caulking for the edges. Hardie recommends a polyurethane sealer so I chose this Vulkem 116. Other than the lengthy time it took to be delivered to my local Home Depot, I have been very impressed with the sealant itself. Applies normally, in warmer weather I painted it the next day and the paint covered it perfectly. It's appearance seems a little grainy which is fine with siding and exterior trim boards, but I'm not sure I would use it on smooth services like indoor trim.
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Oct 13, 2022
Best exterior caulk you can buy....
Best exterior caulk you can buy.
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Nov 3, 2021
In my opinion, Vulkem is the best exterior caulk available....
In my opinion, Vulkem is the best exterior caulk available.
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Jul 27, 2021
Great product. Lasts a lifetime....
Great product. Lasts a lifetime.
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Jul 8, 2021
Best caulk ever. Sealed leaky hatchway. Dry as a bone...
Best caulk ever. Sealed leaky hatchway. Dry as a bone