Q qmqmqm Well-Known Member Joined May 2, 2012 Messages 116 Reaction score 15 Nov 6, 2012 #1 Hi everyone It would appear that the bottom part of an outside vent was not caulked I have the same thing happen with a light mounted on the siding. Just wondering what kind of sealant suits this best, especially for preserving heat in the winter? Any outdoor-grade caulk? Thanks a lot. Paul
Hi everyone It would appear that the bottom part of an outside vent was not caulked I have the same thing happen with a light mounted on the siding. Just wondering what kind of sealant suits this best, especially for preserving heat in the winter? Any outdoor-grade caulk? Thanks a lot. Paul
Q qmqmqm Well-Known Member Joined May 2, 2012 Messages 116 Reaction score 15 Nov 6, 2012 #2 By the way, does anyone know what kind of sealant it is on the side of the vent? It feels a bit spongy to the touch. It doesn’t feel like the normal caulk at all… Cheers! Paul Last edited: Nov 6, 2012
By the way, does anyone know what kind of sealant it is on the side of the vent? It feels a bit spongy to the touch. It doesn’t feel like the normal caulk at all… Cheers! Paul
nealtw Contractor retired Joined Nov 4, 2010 Messages 24,775 Reaction score 3,417 Location Chiliwack BC Canada Nov 6, 2012 #3 These areas are not caulked, to allow moisture a path out.