Why professional joints matter
Clean, elastic and to‑standard joints protect against moisture and movement. Project in Dietikon (Zürich Region): tone‑in‑tone finish, crisp edges and documented execution.
Firestop EI30–EI90 with system docs & labels.
Common failure patterns
- Cracks/shrinkage – wrong geometry or ageing.
- Adhesion loss – missing primer or poor substrate.
- Mould – persistent moisture or wrong product.
Act early to avoid damage.
Step by step
- Assessment & masking
- Remove old sealant, clean, degrease
- Backer rod sized (no three‑sided adhesion)
- Primer as per system
- Apply sealant
- Tooling & tone‑in‑tone finish
- Photo report & handover
Silicone, hybrid or PU?
- Sanitary silicone – elastic, mildew‑resistant
- Hybrid – wide adhesion, partly paintable
- PU – robust for structural joints
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Facts
Location
Dietikon
Region
Zürich Region
Systems
Hybrid, silicone, PU
Tips & tricks
- Squeegee & ventilate after showering.
- Mild detergents; avoid solvents.
- Do not paint over movement joints.
Further reading
Next step
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