Long-Term Outdoor Weathering Study of Construction Sealants

• Published in: Durability of Building and Construction Sealants and Adhesives, Volume 3: (STP 1514) pp. 38 - 72
• Main Authors: Bull, Errol D., Lucas, Gary M.
• Format: Book Chapter
• Language: English
• Published: 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959 ASTM International 01.01.2010
• Subjects: Acrylic Terpolymer; Adhesion; Adhesives & Sealants; Adhesives, Coatings, Sealants & Inks; Civil Engineering & Construction Materials; Durability; Elastic Recovery; Flexibility; General References; Hardness; Outdoor Weathering; Polyurethane; Silicone; Toughness

Long-term weather resistance is an important factor to consider when selecting a sealant product for use as an exterior weatherseal for construction applications. The weathering performance of sealants used in these applications can be dependent upon sealant type, sealant chemistry, product formulat...