{"id":847,"date":"2019-11-17T18:07:15","date_gmt":"2019-11-17T07:07:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bamboobottleco559.e.wpstage.net\/?p=847"},"modified":"2023-02-05T18:07:17","modified_gmt":"2023-02-05T07:07:17","slug":"plumbers-putty-vs-silicone","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/plumbers-putty-vs-silicone\/","title":{"rendered":"Plumbers Putty vs Silicone: How To Know Which To Use"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/how-to-remove-bathroom-mirror-with-clips\/\">Bathrooms<\/a><\/strong>, like any other part of a home, tend to have issues in one way or the other. And it mostly happens when the fittings of a sink, toilet, shower, or bath <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/best-inflatable-hot-tub-for-winter\/\">tub<\/a><\/strong> eventually break or wear down.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/plumbers-putty-vs-silicone\/#What_Is_Plumbers_Putty\" title=\"What Is Plumber\u2019s Putty?\">What Is Plumber\u2019s Putty?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/plumbers-putty-vs-silicone\/#What_Are_Putty_Silicone_for\" title=\"What Are Putty &amp; Silicone for?\">What Are Putty &amp; Silicone for?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/plumbers-putty-vs-silicone\/#Why_Use_Plumbers_Putty\" title=\"Why Use Plumber&#8217;s Putty?\">Why Use Plumber&#8217;s Putty?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/plumbers-putty-vs-silicone\/#When_to_Use_Plumbers_Putty\" title=\"When to Use Plumber&#8217;s Putty?\">When to Use Plumber&#8217;s Putty?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/plumbers-putty-vs-silicone\/#What_Is_Silicone_Caulking\" title=\"What Is Silicone Caulking?\">What Is Silicone Caulking?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/plumbers-putty-vs-silicone\/#Why_Use_Silicone_Caulking\" title=\"Why Use Silicone Caulking?\">Why Use Silicone Caulking?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/plumbers-putty-vs-silicone\/#When_to_Use_Silicone_Caulking\" title=\"When to Use Silicone Caulking?\">When to Use Silicone Caulking?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/plumbers-putty-vs-silicone\/#Plumbers_Putty_vs_Silicone_The_Differences\" title=\"Plumbers Putty vs. Silicone: The Differences\">Plumbers Putty vs. Silicone: The Differences<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/plumbers-putty-vs-silicone\/#Durability\" title=\"Durability\">Durability<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/plumbers-putty-vs-silicone\/#Maintenance\" title=\"Maintenance\">Maintenance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/plumbers-putty-vs-silicone\/#Application\" title=\"Application\">Application<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/plumbers-putty-vs-silicone\/#Plumbers_Putty_vs_Silicone_Which_One_to_Go_for\" title=\"Plumbers Putty vs Silicone: Which One to Go for?\">Plumbers Putty vs Silicone: Which One to Go for?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>In this case, fixing the problem is not as hard as it seems. But you\u2019ll need to pick between two ways of doing the reparation: plumbers putty vs silicone caulking.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Both are excellent ways to fix any plumbing issue. Yet, they have tons of differences in terms of advantages, disadvantages, and overall use.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Here, we\u2019re going to compare plumbers putty vs silicone so you can learn precisely what they offer and eventually pick the ideal option for your needs.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>So, are you interested in learning more? Keep on reading then!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Plumbers_Putty\"><\/span>What Is Plumber\u2019s Putty?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Plumbers putty is a sealing compound. The whole focus is to watertight connections between drains and faucets, or any other part inside bathrooms or kitchens. These are some of the most popular brands of plumbers putty today:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\n<div class=\"aawp\">\n\n            \n            \n<div class=\"aawp-product aawp-product--horizontal aawp-product--ribbon aawp-product--sale aawp-product--bestseller\"  data-aawp-product-asin=\"B000BQT3MO\" data-aawp-product-id=\"17973\" data-aawp-tracking-id=\"tcbamboo-20\" data-aawp-product-title=\"Harvey s WM Harvey 043010 Stainless Plumbers Putty 14 oz\" data-aawp-geotargeting=\"true\" data-aawp-click-tracking=\"asin\">\n\n    <span class=\"aawp-product__ribbon aawp-product__ribbon--bestseller\">Bestseller No. 1<\/span>\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__thumb\">\n        <a class=\"aawp-product__image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B000BQT3MO?tag=tcbamboo-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1&amp;keywords=plumbers%20putty\" title=\"Harvey&#039;s WM Harvey 043010 Stainless Plumbers Putty, 14 oz\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">\n            <img class=\"aawp-product__image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41heE5wYtEL._SL160_.jpg\" alt=\"Harvey&#039;s WM Harvey 043010 Stainless Plumbers Putty, 14 oz\" title=\"\">\n        <\/a>\n\n            <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__content\">\n        <a class=\"aawp-product__title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B000BQT3MO?tag=tcbamboo-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1&amp;keywords=plumbers%20putty\" title=\"Harvey&#039;s WM Harvey 043010 Stainless Plumbers Putty, 14 oz\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">\n            Harvey's WM Harvey 043010 Stainless Plumbers Putty, 14 oz        <\/a>\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__description\">\n            <ul><li>Will not support bacteria<\/li><li>Meets Federal Specification TT-P-1536A<\/li><\/ul>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__footer\">\n\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__pricing\">\n                                                <span class=\"aawp-product__price aawp-product__price--old\">&#36;8.99<\/span>\n                                                    <span class=\"aawp-product__price aawp-product__price--saved\">&#8722;&#36;1.50<\/span>\n                            \n                            <span class=\"aawp-product__price aawp-product__price--current\">&#36;7.49<\/span>\n            \n            <img src=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/wp-content\/plugins\/aawp\/assets\/img\/icon-check-prime.svg\" height=\"16\" width=\"55\" alt=\"Amazon Prime\" title=\"\">        <\/div>\n\n                <a class=\"aawp-button aawp-button--buy aawp-button aawp-button--amazon aawp-button--icon aawp-button--icon-black\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B000BQT3MO?tag=tcbamboo-20&#038;linkCode=ogi&#038;th=1&#038;psc=1&#038;keywords=plumbers%20putty\" title=\"Buy On Amazon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">Buy On Amazon<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n            \n            \n<div class=\"aawp-product aawp-product--horizontal aawp-product--ribbon aawp-product--sale aawp-product--bestseller\"  data-aawp-product-asin=\"B008J3KPF0\" data-aawp-product-id=\"17974\" data-aawp-tracking-id=\"tcbamboo-20\" data-aawp-product-title=\"AquaPlumb Plumbers Putty | White 14oz Fixture Setting Compound Stays Soft Use on Sinks Tubs Fountains and More Compact  01040\" data-aawp-geotargeting=\"true\" data-aawp-click-tracking=\"asin\">\n\n    <span class=\"aawp-product__ribbon aawp-product__ribbon--bestseller\">Bestseller No. 2<\/span>\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__thumb\">\n        <a class=\"aawp-product__image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B008J3KPF0?tag=tcbamboo-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1&amp;keywords=plumbers%20putty\" title=\"AquaPlumb Plumbers Putty | White, 14oz, Fixture Setting Compound. 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Use on Sinks, Tubs,...        <\/a>\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__description\">\n            <ul><li>PLUMBERS PUTTY: The Aqua Plumb Plumbers Putty seals, fixes, and prevents leaks. You\u2019ll get a water-tight seal wherever you apply this putty.<\/li><li>STAYS SOFT: Our white plumbers putty stays soft over time, even in higher heats. 14 oz container<\/li><\/ul>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__footer\">\n\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__pricing\">\n                                                <span class=\"aawp-product__price aawp-product__price--old\">&#36;14.95<\/span>\n                                                    <span class=\"aawp-product__price aawp-product__price--saved\">&#8722;&#36;8.76<\/span>\n                            \n                            <span class=\"aawp-product__price aawp-product__price--current\">&#36;6.19<\/span>\n            \n            <img src=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/wp-content\/plugins\/aawp\/assets\/img\/icon-check-prime.svg\" height=\"16\" width=\"55\" alt=\"Amazon Prime\" title=\"\">        <\/div>\n\n                <a class=\"aawp-button aawp-button--buy aawp-button aawp-button--amazon aawp-button--icon aawp-button--icon-black\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B008J3KPF0?tag=tcbamboo-20&#038;linkCode=ogi&#038;th=1&#038;psc=1&#038;keywords=plumbers%20putty\" title=\"Buy On Amazon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">Buy On Amazon<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n            \n            \n<div class=\"aawp-product aawp-product--horizontal aawp-product--ribbon aawp-product--sale aawp-product--bestseller\"  data-aawp-product-asin=\"B0014Y34G8\" data-aawp-product-id=\"17975\" data-aawp-tracking-id=\"tcbamboo-20\" data-aawp-product-title=\"Oatey 25171 Sta Put Ultra Plumbers Putty 14 oz Size\" data-aawp-geotargeting=\"true\" data-aawp-click-tracking=\"asin\">\n\n    <span class=\"aawp-product__ribbon aawp-product__ribbon--bestseller\">Bestseller No. 3<\/span>\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__thumb\">\n        <a class=\"aawp-product__image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0014Y34G8?tag=tcbamboo-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1&amp;keywords=plumbers%20putty\" title=\"Oatey 25171 Sta Put Ultra Plumbers Putty, 14 oz Size\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">\n            <img class=\"aawp-product__image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41haApaz-+L._SL160_.jpg\" alt=\"Oatey 25171 Sta Put Ultra Plumbers Putty, 14 oz Size\" title=\"\">\n        <\/a>\n\n            <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__content\">\n        <a class=\"aawp-product__title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0014Y34G8?tag=tcbamboo-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1&amp;keywords=plumbers%20putty\" title=\"Oatey 25171 Sta Put Ultra Plumbers Putty, 14 oz Size\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">\n            Oatey 25171 Sta Put Ultra Plumbers Putty, 14 oz Size        <\/a>\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__description\">\n            <ul><li>Adhesives & Sealants<\/li><li>Country of manufacture: United States<\/li><\/ul>        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__footer\">\n\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__pricing\">\n                                                <span class=\"aawp-product__price aawp-product__price--old\">&#36;14.75<\/span>\n                                                    <span class=\"aawp-product__price aawp-product__price--saved\">&#8722;&#36;0.76<\/span>\n                            \n                            <span class=\"aawp-product__price aawp-product__price--current\">&#36;13.99<\/span>\n            \n            <img src=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/wp-content\/plugins\/aawp\/assets\/img\/icon-check-prime.svg\" height=\"16\" width=\"55\" alt=\"Amazon Prime\" title=\"\">        <\/div>\n\n                <a class=\"aawp-button aawp-button--buy aawp-button aawp-button--amazon aawp-button--icon aawp-button--icon-black\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0014Y34G8?tag=tcbamboo-20&#038;linkCode=ogi&#038;th=1&#038;psc=1&#038;keywords=plumbers%20putty\" title=\"Buy On Amazon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">Buy On Amazon<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n    \n<\/div>\n\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>In the old days, plumber\u2019s putty was the most common material for fixing drains and pipes with faucets, toilets, and even showers. It kept the connections sealed and made sure nothing ever loosened up. Nowadays, putty is not as popular as it was decades ago. But it\u2019s still one of the most useful materials you can pick.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Putty_Silicone_for\"><\/span>What Are Putty &amp; Silicone for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Fixing plumbing is not easy. That\u2019s why plumbers often charge a lot for a job that looks simple. And sure enough, that not only involves hard work and experience that a plumber has but the products he uses.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Among these products, you\u2019ll find both putty and silicone. They\u2019re compounds that help to keep things together and prevent leaks, fix them, or simply<a href=\"https:\/\/home.howstuffworks.com\/home-improvement\/household-safety\/10-ways-to-bug-proof-your-home5.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> seal pipes<\/a> and connections. Without them, doing most plumbing jobs would be impossible. So, you\u2019ll probably need these two if you\u2019re looking to do any plumbing job yourself.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Now, let\u2019s go over what each one of these plumbing compounds offers.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Use_Plumbers_Putty\"><\/span>Why Use Plumber&#8217;s Putty?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Putty is a soft sealing material. That means it won\u2019t harden over time, which makes it easy to disassemble or remove after several years. Apart from that, it is not an adhesive compound. That makes it even easier to mold and remove when needed.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Another advantage is that being so soft makes it easy to handle. It doesn\u2019t need any time to dry out, and it works well for places where hard materials don\u2019t. Lastly, it seals pipes well enough. While it doesn\u2019t stick to the surface or hardens too much, it manages to prevent leaks, keep things together, and provide a reliable union.<\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_6567\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6567\" style=\"width: 300px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-6567\" src=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Screen-Shot-2022-01-27-at-9.04.47-AM-300x227.png\" alt=\"Plumbers putty\" width=\"300\" height=\"227\" srcset=\"https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Screen-Shot-2022-01-27-at-9.04.47-AM-300x227.png 300w, https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Screen-Shot-2022-01-27-at-9.04.47-AM-1024x776.png 1024w, https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Screen-Shot-2022-01-27-at-9.04.47-AM-768x582.png 768w, https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Screen-Shot-2022-01-27-at-9.04.47-AM-1536x1165.png 1536w, https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Screen-Shot-2022-01-27-at-9.04.47-AM-2048x1553.png 2048w, https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Screen-Shot-2022-01-27-at-9.04.47-AM-198x150.png 198w, https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Screen-Shot-2022-01-27-at-9.04.47-AM-100x76.png 100w, https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Screen-Shot-2022-01-27-at-9.04.47-AM-462x350.png 462w, https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Screen-Shot-2022-01-27-at-9.04.47-AM-788x597.png 788w, https:\/\/creatinghome.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/Screen-Shot-2022-01-27-at-9.04.47-AM.png 1340w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" title=\"\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-6567\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Plumbers putty<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Use_Plumbers_Putty\"><\/span>When to Use Plumber&#8217;s Putty?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Now that you\u2019re familiar with what it offers, you can guess when it works and when it doesn\u2019t. When it comes to using putty, there\u2019s no better choice than using it on sink strainers, pop-up drains, and undersides of fittings. And it works better when it is not visible at all, so it is protected by other materials.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Of course, it is also used anywhere with the chance of removing it in the future. If you\u2019re ever fixing or replacing something, then you\u2019ll want to find putty as it is easy to handle.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Silicone_Caulking\"><\/span>What Is Silicone Caulking?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>After learning a few things about plumber\u2019s putty, it is time to go over silicone caulking. Similarly to putty, it is a pretty old compound used in marine operations to keep wooden ships sealed. It also helped to keep things together and fix them whenever there was a broken or split plank.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>An example:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\n<div class=\"aawp\">\n\n            \n            \n<div class=\"aawp-product aawp-product--list\"  data-aawp-product-asin=\"B0000CBIH9\" data-aawp-product-id=\"17976\" data-aawp-tracking-id=\"tcbamboo-20\" data-aawp-product-title=\"GE Window & Door Sealant Clear All Purpose 10.1 oz Cartridge\" data-aawp-geotargeting=\"true\" data-aawp-click-tracking=\"asin\">\n\n    \n    <div class=\"aawp-product__inner\">\n        <a class=\"aawp-product__image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0000CBIH9?tag=tcbamboo-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" title=\"GE Window &amp; Door Sealant Clear All Purpose, 10.1 oz, Cartridge\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">\n            <img class=\"aawp-product__image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31QOZkoQwsL._SL160_.jpg\" alt=\"GE Window &amp; Door Sealant Clear All Purpose, 10.1 oz, Cartridge\" title=\"\">\n        <\/a>\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__content\">\n            <a class=\"aawp-product__title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0000CBIH9?tag=tcbamboo-20&amp;linkCode=ogi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\" title=\"GE Window &amp; Door Sealant Clear All Purpose, 10.1 oz, Cartridge\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">GE Window & Door Sealant Clear All Purpose, 10.1 oz, Cartridge<\/a>\n            <div class=\"aawp-product__teaser\">\n                            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"aawp-product__meta\">\n                \n                \n                                    <span class=\"aawp-product__price aawp-product__price--current\">&#36;11.99<\/span>\n                \n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n    \n<\/div>\n\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>What sets it apart from putty is how hard it gets when it dries out. In contrast with putty, silicone can be so hard that removing it from surfaces will undoubtedly demand using a scraping tool.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>This ensures that almost nothing can break the fitting or connection you\u2019ve made. It keeps things secure, and most importantly, it prevents leaks and other water-related issues.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Use_Silicone_Caulking\"><\/span>Why Use Silicone Caulking?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>While silicone hardens when it dries out, it is still fragile to use. You will rarely see a silicone caulking fitting cracking or wearing out. This keeps a waterproof seal that prevents leaking and works wonders alongside acrylic and ceramics. And sure enough, it lasts a long time.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Use_Silicone_Caulking\"><\/span>When to Use Silicone Caulking?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Silicone works well in all kinds of materials, but it works better in woodworking, walls, and ceilings. But being hard rather than soft, it often ensures a more durable seal. This could affect how you replace it or modify it.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Apart from that, it is better for large jobs where strength is preferable. As it is not too fragile, it handles well in difficult places where putty won\u2019t work well.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Plumbers_Putty_vs_Silicone_The_Differences\"><\/span>Plumbers Putty vs. Silicone: The Differences<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>By now, you should have a clear idea of what plumbers putty vs silicone offer. And you should have a better idea of their similarities. Now, let\u2019s explain their differences in-depth.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Durability\"><\/span>Durability<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Kitchen and bathroom fittings that were made 20, 30, 40, and even 50 years ago are still handling well enough. And they surely use plumber\u2019s putty. This happens because of the combination of high-calcite lime and linseed oil \u2013 together, they ensure several decades of protection in plumbing fittings.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>In contrast, silicone caulk tends to last one or two decades as a max. This happens because it is harder than the former, so it either breaks or wears down faster. It is not bad, though \u2013 it still manages to withstand years of use without problems. But it just doesn\u2019t deliver the same durability.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Maintenance\"><\/span>Maintenance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>The art of maintaining plumbing fittings demands using the product again and again. Here, only plumber\u2019s putty offers such a possibility. While putty offers the chance to apply and re-apply as much as you need to fix something, silicone does not. The hardness of silicone makes it challenging to shape &amp; modify.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>That\u2019s why when it comes to maintenance, putty works way better. While it demands a little more maintenance, it still makes it possible. With silicone, you don\u2019t have that chance \u2013 if it breaks or cracks, you\u2019ll need to replace it altogether.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Application\"><\/span>Application<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Similarly to maintenance, you\u2019ll find that plumber putty is way more manageable. This allows an easy installation in awkward places. But that also means it is not as durable or reliable over time. So it works only when you need to cover small areas.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>In contrast, silicone does not offer such a versatile application, but it is still agile enough. You can shape it in any way you prefer to make it more effective, yet it works better for large areas.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Apart from that, silicone dries up faster, so it is a more practical option at first. If you have some time to wait for the putty to dry up or harden, then it can be your best bet.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Plumbers_Putty_vs_Silicone_Which_One_to_Go_for\"><\/span>Plumbers Putty vs Silicone: Which One to Go for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>So, what type of compound should you choose? Well, it all comes down to your needs. In the long run, putty is the more durable, but silicone works better in the short term.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>Yet, they are useful for far different things, so you\u2019ll have to be careful before picking. Just make sure to consider every fact in this article, and you\u2019ll select the right one. 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