Description
High-Performance Acrylic Sealant for Interior & Exterior Use
EVERBUILD® EVERFLEX® 175 Universal Acrylic Sealant is a high-quality, water-based acrylic sealant designed for sealing and filling gaps and cracks in a wide range of building materials. Suitable for both internal and external applications, it provides a permanently flexible, long-lasting seal that adheres to virtually all substrates. Its anti-fungal formula resists mould growth, making it ideal for areas of high humidity.
Key Features & Benefits
- Permanently Flexible: Accommodates movement without cracking.
- Excellent Adhesion: Bonds to most building materials, including wood, brick, concrete, and PVCu.
- Mould Resistant: Contains a powerful anti-fungal agent to prevent mould growth.
- Overpaintable: Can be painted over once cured to match surrounding surfaces.
- Easy Application & Cleanup: Smooth application with standard sealant guns; cleans up easily with water.
- CE Marked: Certified under EN15651 for façade and sanitary applications.
Ideal For
- Sealing around timber and metal window and door frames.
- Internal sealing around PVCu window and door frames.
- Sealing cracks and gaps in brickwork, stone, and concrete.
- Bonding polystyrene coving and tiles.
- Bonding cork tiles and wood block flooring.
- Gap and crack filling prior to decorating.
- Sealing around baths and basins.
Product Details
- Colours: White, Brown (only available in 300ml size).
- Packaging: 300ml and 380ml cartridges.
- Application Temperature: +4°C to +40°C.
- Density: 1.67–1.71 g/cm³.
- Solid Content: 80–84%.
- Shore A Hardness: Approximately 40.
- Elongation at Break: >100% (ISO8339).
- Movement Capability: Low to medium (±7.5%) EN15651-1:2012.
- Shelf Life: Up to 36 months when stored in unopened cartridges under cool, dry conditions.
Application Instructions
- Surface Preparation: Ensure all surfaces are clean, dry, and free from dust, grease, and other contaminants. Highly porous surfaces should be primed with a diluted Everbuild PVA Bond (1:4 with water).
- Application: Cut the nozzle to the required width and apply using a standard sealant gun. Smooth the sealant with a wet spatula or finger within 15 minutes of application.
- Drying Time: Tack-free in 15–60 minutes, depending on ambient conditions. Full cure achieved in 3–5 days.
Limitations
- Not suitable for use in areas of constant water immersion.
- Not recommended for use below ground level or in areas of high abrasion (e.g., floor joints).
- Do not apply when rain is imminent.
- Not suitable for use in conjunction with bituminous materials.
Cleaning of Tools
Clean tools and excess sealant with water immediately after use. Cured sealant must be removed mechanically.