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Horizon170
Explorer
Sep 24, 2016

How much Eternabond and Dicor

Grainger Ind. Supply has the product. I see that they have rolls and also Kit a Kit which has 4" X 5'. I have never used it so I would like someone to explain the cleaning before application process. If I can clean with home products then I can get a larger roll rather than the Kit. That way I can have some spare for other emergencies.
Thanks

10 Replies

  • Horizon170's avatar
    Horizon170
    Explorer
    Sep 27, 2016
    Mike S and Jimnln, Thanks, I will Vacuum pak after opening in order for Sweetie to allow it in Fridge/Freezer. smiles
    Marvin
  • JIMNLIN's avatar
    JIMNLIN
    Explorer III
    Sep 26, 2016
    mike-s wrote:
    Horizon170 wrote:
    OK, I'm all set on Eternabond--where to buy, how to use, etc, but now I need to know if I buy a tube of DICOR and use only a small amount, how long will the rest keep and how to store an opened tube.
    Not long. Plug the tip well, and keep it in the freezer, and a bit longer.

    I keep all my sealants in the fridge. They last for years if the snipped end is sealed good.
  • TexasChaps's avatar
    TexasChaps
    Explorer
    Sep 26, 2016
    jplante4 wrote:
    Clean with minerals spirits. The surface has to be absolutely dry or the tape will not stick.

    Also, seal the edges with Dicor self-leveling lap sealant.



    Acetone works very well too..
  • mike-s's avatar
    mike-s
    Explorer II
    Sep 25, 2016
    Horizon170 wrote:
    OK, I'm all set on Eternabond--where to buy, how to use, etc, but now I need to know if I buy a tube of DICOR and use only a small amount, how long will the rest keep and how to store an opened tube.
    Not long. Plug the tip well, and keep it in the freezer, and a bit longer.
  • Horizon170's avatar
    Horizon170
    Explorer
    Sep 25, 2016
    OK, I'm all set on Eternabond--where to buy, how to use, etc, but now I need to know if I buy a tube of DICOR and use only a small amount, how long will the rest keep and how to store an opened tube.
    Thanks, Marvin
  • Slownsy's avatar
    Slownsy
    Explorer
    Sep 25, 2016
    They do sell a cleaner and primer, but a good clean and scrup is normally enough, use a roller for applications, also available on line.
    Frank
  • jfkmk's avatar
    jfkmk
    Explorer II
    Sep 24, 2016
    Check out Amazon as well. I just bought some and was working on it today. When you add up all the seams, you go through a lot!
  • jplante4's avatar
    jplante4
    Explorer II
    Sep 24, 2016
    Clean with minerals spirits. The surface has to be absolutely dry or the tape will not stick.

    Also, seal the edges with Dicor self-leveling lap sealant.
  • MrWizard's avatar
    MrWizard
    Moderator
    Sep 24, 2016
    metal and fiberglass
    i wash, rinse really well
    scrub with scotch brite
    rinse again

    any chalkiness or film, has to be totally removed
    no loose flaky paint or caulking

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