Q:Can this be used to seal porch beans from rain? Made out of wood
by|Feb 28, 2024
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A: Thank you for posting your inquiry on DAP Alex Fast Dry Acrylic Latex Caulk Plus Silicone. Without more details about your application conditions and project specifics, it is difficult to provide a more detailed reply. At your convenience, please feel free contact DAP’s Technical Customer Service Department at 888-327-8477, so that we can obtain some additional information from you to help us better address your specific concerns.
by|Feb 28, 2024
Q:Will this caulk yellow over time if left unpainted when used on top of interior base molding at wall seam?
by|Jan 16, 2024
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A: Thank you for posting your inquiry. The DAP Alex Fast Dry does not require the application of paint for proper performance. Unless exposed to unusual conditions, discoloration would not be expected. Should you have any additional questions or wish to discuss this, please feel free to contact DAP’s Technical Customer Service Department at 888-327-8477.
by|Jan 17, 2024
Q:Hardie plank requires the caulk to be permanently flexible. Does this caulk meet that requirement?
by|Nov 25, 2023
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A: Thank you for posting your inquiry on DAP Alex Fast Dry Acrylic Latex Caulk Plus Silicone. The DAP Alex Fast Dry is not recommended for sealing Hardi Plank siding. Products such as DAP DYNAFLEX ULTRA (among others) would be the recommended sealant for this application. Should you have additional questions or require further assistance, please feel free to contact DAP Technical Customer Service at 888-327-8477.
by|Nov 27, 2023
Q:Is this safe for fish tanks?
by|Sep 21, 2023
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A: Thank you for posting your inquiry on DAP Alex Fast Dry Acrylic Latex Caulk Plus Silicone. As indicated on the supporting product literature for DAP Alex Fast Dry: "Do not use below waterline or for marine or automobile applications, or filling surface defects." For aquarium applications, the only product that DAP offers is DAP All-Purpose 100% Silicone Adhesive Sealant, 2.8 fl. oz., Clear, DAP Item Number: 7079800688. Should you have any additional questions or require further assistance, please contact DAP’s Technical Customer Service Department at 888-327-8477.
by|Nov 14, 2023
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Q:Can i use this for gluing non slip strips to tub?
by|Aug 31, 2023
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A: Thank you for posting your inquiry on DAP Alex Fast Dry Caulk. As indicated on the product package label and supporting product literature: "Not for continuous underwater use, filling butt joints, surface defects, tuck-pointing or expansion joints." Should you have any additional questions or require further assistance, please feel free to contact DAP’s Technical Customer Service Department at 888-327-8477.
by|Nov 14, 2023
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Q:Would this be good to use to fill gaps between foam ceiling tiles?
by|Aug 20, 2023
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A: Thank you for posting your inquiry on DAP Alex Fast Dry Acrylic Latex Caulk Plus Silicone. The DAP Alex Fast Dry Sealant would be appropriate for use in this type of project/application (foam ceiling tile). Should you have any additional questions or require further assistance, please contact DAP’s Technical Customer Service Department at 888-327-8477.
by|Aug 21, 2023
Q:Can I use this under bathroom sink gasket?
by|Jul 23, 2023
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A: Thank you for posting your inquiry on DAP Alex Fast Dry Acrylic Latex Caulk Plus Silicone. DAP Alex Fast Dry is designed, tested, labeled, and marketed for use as a general-purpose trim and molding sealant, it is not designed, tested, labeled, marketed, or recommended for use as a kitchen and bath sealant; accordingly, DAP cannot recommend it for this type of application. Should you have any additional questions or require further assistance, please contact DAP’s Technical Customer Service Department at 888-327-8477.
by|Jul 24, 2023
Q:Can I use in the shower for gaps
by|Apr 23, 2023
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A: Thank you for posting your inquiry. DAP ALEX FAST DRY is designed, tested, labeled, and marketed for use as a window, door, siding, trim, and molding sealant. It is not designed, tested, labeled, marketed, or recommended for use as a kitchen and bath sealant. For kitchen and bath applications, we would recommend the use of more specialized kitchen and bath products, such as: KWIK SEAL ULTRA, AMP Advanced Modified Polymer Waterproof Kitchen, Bath and Plumbing Sealant or Silicone Max 100% Premium Kitchen and Bath Silicone Sealant. Given the use/application as described, we would recommend removal and replacement with a kitchen and bath rated sealant. Should you have any additional questions or require further assistance, please contact DAP’s Technical Customer Service Department at 888-327-8477.