Have Aluminum trim on outside of Pellas. Brick facing on house. What is the best caulk for joint between Aluminum & brick? Have seen it separating from brick on several fast food joints. Don’t want that to happen here in my lifetime. Any other recommendations/suggestions for this job?
Don
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I don't work with either of those materials enough to make a specific recommendation for brand name but I will say that you need something that will stay pliable. AL and brick have such drastically different rates for thermal expansion. Also, be sure to clean the AL first with acetone or denatured alchohol.
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Urethane caulk. Many colors available at a good concrete/brick supply. Tremco (Vulkem) is a good name to look for. http://www.tremcosealants.com/
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I agree with Calvin. Tremco makes a top quality urethane caulk, that if applied correctly will last 15 to 20 years. Be sure to use backer rod if the joints are over 1/4 inch wide.
There is a thread about caulking that is still on the board, that you may want to read. lot of good advice there.
Dave
Tremco has the most experience with masonry & metals.. Tremco is the brand you will find on almost all commercial specs.. they have many different products..
you can also buy Tremco thru glazing supply companiesMike Smith Rhode Island : Design / Build / Repair / Restore