Re: [GBlist] windows - seal failure

[Sacie H Lambertson <dlambert@grasshoppernet.com>]

I would like to see more discussion about the use of silicon outdoors.
This in its 100% form, is the material of choice for our roofer (standing
seam).  It can't be painted or for that matter nothing will adhere to it,
but I thought it was otherwise the ideal choice.   Sacie Lambertson


>In my experience silicon is not a suitable material for outdoor
>installations.  It does not hold up well to sunlight and will break down
>unless UV treated.


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