RTV Silicones Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Are RTV Silicones Paintable?
A. No.

Q. What primer should I use with my RTV Silicone?
A. Visit our Primer Guide.

Q. What kind of cure type is best for my application?
A. If corrosion is a concern, the following cure types will pose no problem:

  • Neutral Cure
  • Alkoxy Neutral Cure
  • Modified Alkoxy Neutral Cure

Visit our Cure Guide for more information.

Q. How do I remove RTV Silicones once they have cured?
A. A combination of physical scraping and a strong solvent works best.
Try our human safe, Ethyl Lactate based Immersion Super Solvent (8260).

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