Chinking and Caulking
Timber Chinkâ„¢ is our market leading latex chink which is formulated to provide the best possible chemistry, resulting in
ease of application, tooling and long term performance for all types of log structures.
Product Description
Timber Chinkâ„¢ is a flexible, textured chinking that seals the gaps between logs to eliminate heat loss, air and pest infiltration. Timber Chink is designed to work on all types of log structures. Timber Chink is a premium acrylic latex elastomeric sealant that provides the highest degree of durability, flexibility and resistance to cracking caused by log movement and weather. Timber Chink maintains its pliable nature after full cure.
Product Features
Designed to be a premier product:
- permanently flexible and pliable after full cure even at low temperatures.
- high solids content, reduced shrinkage
- creamy consistency, easiest product on the market to apply
- advanced mildew and fungal inhibitors
- paint-able and stainable
- soap and water clean-up
Performance Standards
Timber Chink is formulated to surpass the performance requirements of the accepted industry standards for adhesion, elongation and tensile strength.
- ASTM C834 – Latex Sealants
- ASTM D638 – Tensile Properties (elongation: 240%, tensile strength: 40 lbs/in2)
- ASTM C920(12.5) – Elastomeric Joint Sealant
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General Production Information Colors: Marble White, Gray Stone, Sandstone Flagstone, Brownstone, Mortar White, Buff, Tan, Woodtone Cedar. Packaging: 5-gallon pails and 29 fluid oz. fiber cartridges (10 per carton) Shelf Life: 12 months from purchase when stored in a tightly sealed container between 45°F and 90°F. VOC: 32 grams/liter Cure Time: 3 weeks (1/2†thickness, 77°F, 50% relative humidity). Timber Chink is tack-free in 1-2 hours. Freeze-Thaw: Passes 5 cycles Slump: <1/16†(ASTM D2202) Viscosity: 450,000 cps (Brookfield #5) Service Range: -30°F to 220°F Application Range: 40°F to 95°F Weathering: No washout, no cracking and no discoloration. UV resistance QUV (1000 hours) testing shows no effect. Compatibility: Compatible with most sealers, preservatives and stains. Some coatings contain wax or petroleum based oils that can make adhesion more difficult. Hazard Warning Health 1 Precautions Do not take internally. Keep out of the reach of children. Note: Do not let product freeze. |