Is the finish around the front door actually that great though, you have big globs in the pointing where the smoothing tool doesn't reach. Just looks a bit rough overall, surely there's a better finish out there.
only thing id say is use low modulus silicone sealant, actual mastic is near impossible to use, and when smoothing with the stick barely apply any pressure dont wna force it in the gap it should already have filled it, just want to smooth off any application marks
The kid's technique is very interesting. There are many videos on RUclips in which the use of a finger to tool in the sealant is shown. But this results in a concave profile with thin edges. Using washing up liquid in the water is essential, as just plain water seems to result in soft tacky sealant that doesn't cure properly and also, it helps to lubricate the tooling in process. He was using silicone here tho I think? Not so easy with mastic type frame sealant.
A concave profile is the correct profile for the sealant to properly perform. Additionally backer rod should have been used. To make the bottom of the sealant concave. This is the proper sealant profile: hammerandhand.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/2.1A.jpg
Oh my candleman. This is definitely not how we do mastic internally on a new build. Well, you can, but the SM will snag the shite outta it..Tooling sticks are to give it a clean crisp finish, just like your skirts😁.. Fingering it dulls the edges.
Not impressed with the mess of caulk on the edge of the brick. Not a clean look. Really, is it necessary to spread 3/4 of an inch of caulking on brickwork? Because that's what was done with that three-quarter inch wide stick. But the young fellow seemed to do a nice job around the window on the inside. Although the camera was not up close on the actual work done around the inside window frame.
There is so much wrong here.you can't spray it with soapy water before you tool it,it may not bind properly.you can't use wooden sticks to tool because they wear out quick and the caulk sticks to it which is why you have to spray it.get proper tools and you don't have to use the soapy water
Typical rough finish builders. If you use silicone on the inside of a window it's impossible to get a neat finish with the paint. I have also seen kitchen fitters use silicone around units. It's typical of trades who have no idea, or don't care about the finish, or other trades who follow them. As a joiner who makes, fits and decorates windows and doors ect, you seal the inside with caulk, because guess what...... IT IS PAINTABLE, unlike silicone. I hate videos that give crap advice. Also, if the gap around the door frame was that big, it should have been pointed with gobbo..... But we can't do that can we cos it takes to long.....Pass us another tube and me bent stick.
1st thing is if the space was so big outside the hole would of needed backing rod. Secondly the silicone should be pushed into the hole then smoothed off as going that quick doesn't let the silicone get a good grip and water sets in and the silicone peels in parts or cracks
True professional caulkers DO NOT USE ANY tooling liquid they dry tool. EVERY major manufacturer says to dry tool. This is what Dow says in their tech manual: “ NOTE: Do not use liquid tooling aids such as water, soap or alcohols. These materials may interfere with sealant cure and adhesion and create aesthetic issues.” Dow is one of the largest manufacturers of silicone sealant in the world. And if you look at the technical manuals close enough all manufacturers say to dry tool.This is one of the main causes of premature sealant failure. But of course these clowns think they know more than the manufacturer. The truth is they don’t have the skill to dry tool. It is not their fault they were probably taught by a Painter or “ decorator” not a true professional caulker.
Too much overtalking, no explanation on how he keeps a consistent flow of mastic, talking guy seems to want to turn this in to some kinda joke clip. Would be better for the camera to be on a pod and the working guy talking through what he is doing. Shame, I was looking forward to a more instructive video vlip.
best mastic vid ive seen proper technique. rapid speed, sick
You are a gent! Thanks for posting this. Massive help. Going to do my frames 👍
darren brockbank you’re welcome 🕯☕️🚬🧻😷
Goodluck lol , if you think you can do that after watching a video then crack on 😂 that takes years mate
Reminds me of a lad I work with. Always in a rush lol
Is the finish around the front door actually that great though, you have big globs in the pointing where the smoothing tool doesn't reach. Just looks a bit rough overall, surely there's a better finish out there.
I though that ruff as a dogs arse and useing silicone agains painted wall 🤦🏻
what type of silicone u use for that job?
I used to just lick my finger and go round the silicone in the frame.
I can't tell you what the finish ends up like because my lips are sealed!
He seems a nice guy with plenty of patience
Gosh Fred is brilliant! Do you use the same technique for around baths and showers?
only thing id say is use low modulus silicone sealant, actual mastic is near impossible to use, and when smoothing with the stick barely apply any pressure dont wna force it in the gap it should already have filled it, just want to smooth off any application marks
The kid's technique is very interesting. There are many videos on RUclips in which the use of a finger to tool in the sealant is shown. But this results in a concave profile with thin edges.
Using washing up liquid in the water is essential, as just plain water seems to result in soft tacky sealant that doesn't cure properly and also, it helps to lubricate the tooling in process.
He was using silicone here tho I think? Not so easy with mastic type frame sealant.
A concave profile is the correct profile for the sealant to properly perform. Additionally backer rod should have been used. To make the bottom of the sealant concave.
This is the proper sealant profile:
hammerandhand.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/2.1A.jpg
Oh my candleman. This is definitely not how we do mastic internally on a new build. Well, you can, but the SM will snag the shite outta it..Tooling sticks are to give it a clean crisp finish, just like your skirts😁.. Fingering it dulls the edges.
This is why I would never buy a new build.
I need that stick, where do you buy them from or is it something you just make yourself?
Tanya Ali786
Just get a stick shape it like a door stop
You can buy them online
Apparently there's a chap who only does the mastic and silicone for the large hotel chains - drives to work in a Ferrari.
Lays the gun on the window board after it’s been painted! I’ll bet it’s left a couple of marks which have to be painted AGAIN!
Not impressed with the mess of caulk on the edge of the brick. Not a clean look. Really, is it necessary to spread 3/4 of an inch of caulking on brickwork? Because that's what was done with that three-quarter inch wide stick. But the young fellow seemed to do a nice job around the window on the inside. Although the camera was not up close on the actual work done around the inside window frame.
Hi Mr Candleman’
Time is money ,, 😉 linear metre price ,,, flaaaaat ouuuuut lol
Mastic? hes using silicone!
No foam
There is so much wrong here.you can't spray it with soapy water before you tool it,it may not bind properly.you can't use wooden sticks to tool because they wear out quick and the caulk sticks to it which is why you have to spray it.get proper tools and you don't have to use the soapy water
Typical rough finish builders. If you use silicone on the inside of a window it's impossible to get a neat finish with the paint. I have also seen kitchen fitters use silicone around units. It's typical of trades who have no idea, or don't care about the finish, or other trades who follow them. As a joiner who makes, fits and decorates windows and doors ect, you seal the inside with caulk, because guess what...... IT IS PAINTABLE, unlike silicone. I hate videos that give crap advice. Also, if the gap around the door frame was that big, it should have been pointed with gobbo..... But we can't do that can we cos it takes to long.....Pass us another tube and me bent stick.
I'm a decorator and that's all I could keep thinking the whole way through. Infuriating.
It's the main spec for all home builders these days. Dont know why cause it cracks after few months anyway
most new builds want hm silicone around all frames, as well as sanitary applications,skirtings etc.
Yes caulk inside, silicon outside
1st thing is if the space was so big outside the hole would of needed backing rod. Secondly the silicone should be pushed into the hole then smoothed off as going that quick doesn't let the silicone get a good grip and water sets in and the silicone peels in parts or cracks
What language are they speaking?!
10% fairway? what is fairway? GREAT job! wow!
Fairy liquid! Washing up liquid lol
could he do that round a bath that quick
shit mastic man
True professional caulkers DO NOT USE ANY tooling liquid they dry tool. EVERY major manufacturer says to dry tool. This is what Dow says in their tech manual:
“ NOTE: Do not use liquid tooling aids such as water, soap or alcohols. These materials may interfere with sealant cure and adhesion and create aesthetic issues.”
Dow is one of the largest manufacturers of silicone sealant in the world. And if you look at the technical manuals close enough all manufacturers say to dry tool.This is one of the main causes of premature sealant failure.
But of course these clowns think they know more than the manufacturer. The truth is they don’t have the skill to dry tool. It is not their fault they were probably taught by a Painter or “ decorator” not a true professional caulker.
Too much overtalking, no explanation on how he keeps a consistent flow of mastic, talking guy seems to want to turn this in to some kinda joke clip. Would be better for the camera to be on a pod and the working guy talking through what he is doing.
Shame, I was looking forward to a more instructive video vlip.