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Almot
Dec 19, 2017Explorer III
#1: Yes. Or, a better choice: Geocel RV EPDM sealant. Cures faster, shrinks less and doesn't bubble as much as Dicor. The only (possible) drawback is that it cures fast, for those who do this on a hot day.
#2: Don't remember, don't have this problem.
#3: Etherna tape needs a very good surface preparation. If the seam is still good, not very complicated spot where it could tear etc, and you think that sealant will hold - go with sealant.
#4: After power washer it is "sidewalk clean", not "adhesion work clean". I would go manually over each seam - immediately before applying Dicor - with a mild dish soap or rubbing alcohol (probably better since you won't have to rinse after). Don't overdo it with alcohol, it softens the sealant, let it dry a little.
#2: Don't remember, don't have this problem.
#3: Etherna tape needs a very good surface preparation. If the seam is still good, not very complicated spot where it could tear etc, and you think that sealant will hold - go with sealant.
#4: After power washer it is "sidewalk clean", not "adhesion work clean". I would go manually over each seam - immediately before applying Dicor - with a mild dish soap or rubbing alcohol (probably better since you won't have to rinse after). Don't overdo it with alcohol, it softens the sealant, let it dry a little.
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