Which Sealant is Best for Gutters?

Alu-Rex interviewed several of its installers to gather insights on sealant preferences. Learning about the most popular features and products within our network helped us identify the key factors influencing sealant choices.

What to Look for When Choosing a Sealant for Your Gutters

When selecting a sealant brand, professionals in the gutter industry rely on various criteria. The most important factors they consider include:

• Underwater Application: Can the product be applied underwater?
• Wet Application: Does the sealant dry even when wet?
• Viscosity: What is the thickness and flow of the sealant?
• Drying Time: How fast does the product dry?
• Cost: What is the price of the product?
• Ease of Removal: Can the sealant be easily removed once dried?

The Most Popular Sealants in Canada

Gutter installers use various sealant brands, but there are seven that stand out as the most commonly used among professionals in Canada. These top products include:

• Mulco Supra Expert
• Kop-R-Lastic
• Mulco Gutterseal
• Tremco 830
• Geocel 2320
• Lepage Quad
• Tremco Gutter Seal

While Alu-Rex does not endorse any single brand, all of the sealants listed above are capable of effectively sealing aluminum gutters.