I have been watching the advert of Flex Seal on television and to be honest, I wasn’t interested at all about using it though the pipes of the washrooms were leaking and so was the roof. Even though I was just hoping that they don’t start dripping so that I don’t have to take an off from the office and spend a fortune, which I don’t have in the first place, to repair them. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
But soon it happened and it happened in the dead of night, when the odd voice of tiny droplets falling from a height woke me up. Mind you, those drops wouldn’t mean anything if they don’t belong to you or aren’t caused due to your negligence but if they are in your house, their sound can be earth shattering especially in the silence of night and when you are trying to ignore their sound and try to fall asleep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
That’s when all those ads for Flex Seal came in front of my eyes flashing and I decided to give it a try because after all I would have to spend money on a plumber and mechanic for the repair. So, before that I wanted to make sure that I do my bit and apply my skills, which my wife really doubt I have but you know, how you would want to give something a try just like that golf kit lying in the corner or the PS4 that you purchased last year you hardly got time to play on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
So, before I reveal what happened and kill the suspense, here is a lowdown on the product that can be rolled, brushed, dipped and poured to seal the air, water and moisture out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Before you use it, makers would like you to follow certain instructions so that you could get the best results from the product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can apply the Flex Seal liquid now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In simpler words, it is a liquid rubber that is filled in a pressurized tin can. In professional, it is a proprietary and patent-pending formulation in a liquid form that can be used on any surface and which, when dried upon turns out to be a robust, flexible, water-proof and rubberized coating. It creates a moisture-proof, water-proof and air-proof as well as non-slip surface. You can treat a surface to protect it from moisture, UV degradation, extreme temperatures and natural wearing. You can treat the surface with steel wool or sand paper before the adhesion. Depending on the coats used, the coverage may vary. For instance, approximately 20 square feet can be filled with 1 large 16oz and 1 Jumbo 32oz can be used to treat 40 square feet. However, you need to make sure that surface is completely dry and cleaned. If the surface is moist or dry, it can take time to fill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
You can roll, dip or brush on liquid to the surface. However, it is recommended that if you want to fill a large gap or hole, it is always better to brush on or roll over for a quick application. For additional coats, you should wait for at least 24 hours. You can also make dip the surface making a swirl motion. You can drip back the surface in the can to remove excess liquid. Just hang the surface with the help of a clip to let it dry. You can also fill holes and cracks with the help of Flex Seal. Just pour on the liquid and let it reach the corners, which are otherwise difficult to access.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Upon drying, the Flex Seal liquid takes on black color, which can be painted to match the surface. This is one more advantage that the liquid has over other rubber sealants that come in darker and hard to conceal colors. With Flex Seal, when painted with the matching surface, it is in fact, difficult to tell the treated and original surface apart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Moreover, Flex Sealant can be used to cover any surface, be it moist or soft whereas other rubber sealants have limitations and can’t be used on surfaces that have been exposed to heat, water or moisture. All you need is clean and dust-free surface to apply Flex Seal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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I have painted the treated surface with matching surface and it is hard to tell the difference between the two as well. I did all of this at home without going over budget and for the first time ever, even proved my wife wrong<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Apply Flex Seal from a distance of 12 inches. Use a sweeping motion to apply the liquid and let the first coat dry completely. Usually, it may take about 2 to 3 hours to dry. If necessary, you can use another coat. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Just remember that with each extra coat, the time taken by the Seal to dry completely will be more. However, it won’t take more than 24 hours for you to witness its magic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Because plumbing can be a costly affair and leakages can be quite expensive if you seek professional expertise even on small tasks. However, it is not to say that the professional plumbing help can be totally dispensed with but with Flex Seal you can manage some of the chores without it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Flex Seal is a rubber sealant that comes in an easy to use can. Unlike other bulky rubber sealants available in the market, this comes in a handy can. It can be stored and can be used for multiple times. It can be applied in various ways and you don’t need to have professional expertise to use it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
As long as you know the leakage spot and the area that require sealing, you can fix it with Flex Seal. Since it can be used for several times, it is value for money too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Another version is Seal O Flex that coats the surface immediately, which is waterproof and layers the surface completely. Leaky gutters and leaks in water pipes can be fixed very easily and quickly with the Flex Seal. Uncomplicated repairs, a small leak or two, and cracks in window or door frames can easily be fixed with this rubber sealant that too without throwing your budget off track.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Shake the can well before use. Apply the Flex Seal on the leak or crack as you want it. You can dip the surface, pour on or brush it or roll over. However, maintain the distance of at least 12 inches if you are pouring it on. It is always suggested to apply a few layers of Flex Seal on the surface to make it a foolproof work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
It is very important that you keep the can away from direct sunlight and heat sources. It is a pressurized can and it can burst with exposure to heat sources for a longer period. The can should be kept at temperatures over 60 degrees Fahrenheit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
After every use, invert the can and clear the nozzle with a quick burst to prevent clogging of the nozzle and tube.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It was very important that we discuss this topic as the maker of Flex Seal was under fire literally due to its cans catching fire and setting the homes ablaze. However, it is very important to understand Flex Seal is liquid rubber that is filled in cans using lots of pressure. <\/p>\n\n\n\n