Everbuild General Purpose Silicone Sealant

Key benefits

• Permanently flexible once cured
• Anti-fungal formula for humid areas
• Quick curing with low dirt pick up
• Low viscosity for fast application
• High strength waterproof seal
• Available in multiple colours (select your option)

Best for

• Bathrooms & kitchens: sealing around baths, showers, basins and sanitaryware
• Interiors: sealing around worktops and laminates
• Exteriors: aluminium gutter sealing
• General jobs: draughtproofing
• Fixing: as an adhesive for PVCu trims, cladding and panels

Key features & why it matters

• Acetoxy cure + quick skin: helps you tool and finish the bead promptly (skin time ~15 mins @ 20°C).
• Durable, flexible seal: designed to stay flexible after curing for common movement in joints.
• Trade-friendly yield guidance: one cartridge seals approx. 10 linear metres for a 6mm diameter bead (guide).

Specifications

What’s included

• 1 × Everbuild General Purpose Silicone Sealant – 280ml cartridge (with nozzle)

How to use (application guide)

1. Prep: Ensure surfaces are clean, dry and dust-free. Remove loose/flaking coatings and any old sealant/mastic before application.
2. Degrease where needed: Glass, steel and aluminium should be cleaned with a suitable solvent for optimum adhesion (test a small area first).
3. Apply: Cut the nozzle to suit bead size and apply using a standard sealant gun. Smooth/tool the bead promptly.
4. Finish: For a sharper edge, mask either side of the joint and remove the tape within 5 minutes of application.
5. Cure: Allow to cure (guide: ~2mm per 24 hours). Avoid washing/exposure until cured.

Cleaning & storage

• Tool clean-up: Uncured sealant: white spirit. Cured sealant: use a silicone remover type product.
• Storage: Store cool and dry between +5°C and +25°C.

Limitations (important)

• Not for aquarium manufacture.
• Not for use in conjunction with bitumen or asphalt.
• Not recommended on highly porous surfaces such as new concrete or stonework (priming may be required; test first).
• Avoid substrates that may bleed oils, solvents or plasticisers.
• Do not use near the edge sealant of double glazed units.
• Not for perimeter pointing of uPVC.
• Do not use on soft metals such as lead and brass.
• Not overpaintable.

Accessories & add-ons

• Sealant gun (for 280ml cartridges)
• Silicone profiling / finishing tool set
• Masking tape (for crisp edges)
• Silicone remover (for cured sealant removal)

Delivery & returns

Delivery: Free shipping over £50. Standard UK delivery under £50 is £7.50.

Why buy from LDM Direct?

• UK stock and fast dispatch
• Trade-friendly service and support
• Multiple stores and convenient collections
• Independent family owned business
• 16 decorating stores nationwide

Safety information

Always read the Safety Data Sheet before use: Download SDS (PDF)

FAQs

What is Everbuild General Purpose Silicone used for?

It’s designed for common sealing jobs such as around baths, showers, basins and sanitaryware, plus sealing around worktops/laminates, aluminium gutter sealing and general draughtproofing.

Is it suitable for bathrooms and high-humidity areas?

Yes — it contains a fungicide to help protect against bacteria, mildew and black mould that commonly occur in high humidity areas.

How long does it take to skin over and cure?

Skin time is around 15 minutes at 20°C. Curing rate is around 2mm per 24 hours (guidance; site conditions can affect this).

How much will one cartridge cover?

As a guide, one cartridge will seal approximately 10 linear metres for a 6mm diameter bead. Actual yield depends on bead size and joint design.

What temperature range can it handle once cured?

Service temperature is listed as -30°C to +150°C.

Can I paint over this silicone?

No — this product is not overpaintable.

What colours are available?

This listing includes Black, Clear, Grey and White options. Choose your colour on the product page.

How do I prepare the surface before applying?

Surfaces should be clean, dry and dust-free. Remove old sealant and any loose/flaking coatings. For glass/steel/aluminium, clean with a suitable solvent for best adhesion (test first).

How do I clean up after use?

Uncured sealant can be cleaned with white spirit. Once cured, you’ll need a silicone remover type product.

Are there any important limitations I should know?

Yes. It’s not for aquarium manufacture, not for use with bitumen/asphalt, and it’s not recommended for certain specialist glazing/uPVC perimeter pointing uses. Please read the limitations section on this page before starting.

How should I store it and what’s the shelf life?

Store in cool, dry conditions between +5°C and +25°C. Shelf life is 24 months from date of manufacture.