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Pros & Cons\n\n### Pros\n- Exceptional Versatility: Bonds and seals almost any material in various conditions, including underwater and saltwater.\n- Durable Performance: UV resistant, maintains colour, doesn't shrink, and offers long-term flexibility.\n- Eco-Friendly: Solvent-free and environmentally compliant.\n- Paintable Finish: Allows for aesthetic integration into painted projects.\n- Strong Chemical Resistance: Withstands exposure to many chemicals.\n- Interior and Exterior Use: Truly an all-in-one solution for diverse projects.\n\n### Cons\n- Requires Careful Application: Achieving the ultimate smooth finish and preventing waste necessitates precision during application.\n- Optimal Surface Preparation: While highly adhesive, proper surface cleaning and preparation are still crucial for maximum bond strength and longevity.

Performance & Real-World Use\n\nThe CT1 Adhesive & Sealant is engineered for high-demand tasks where conventional products might fail. Its unique adhesion means it can effectively bond dissimilar materials like metal to concrete, or wood to plastic, making it ideal for repairs or construction where traditional fasteners aren't an option.\n\n- Bathroom & Kitchen Installations: Securely bond sinks, shower trays, tiles, and countertops. Its waterproof capabilities mean you can even apply it to damp surfaces during repairs, drastically reducing downtime.\n- Marine Applications: For boat owners or marine professionals, CT1's ability to work underwater and withstand saltwater environments makes it perfect for sealing leaks, bonding deck fittings, or securing underwater equipment.\n- Outdoor Construction & Repairs: Its UV resistance and excellent colour retention ensure longevity on exterior cladding, roof repairs, or garden landscaping, without fading or degrading under sunlight. Being over paintable further allows it to blend seamlessly with external paintwork.\n- General Household Repairs: From sealing drafts around windows and doors to fixing broken pottery or securing loose skirting boards, its flexibility ensures bonds won't crack with movement or temperature changes.\n- Industrial Settings: The excellent resistance to chemicals makes it suitable for environments where exposure to various substances is common, ensuring a durable seal and bond.\n\nEssentially, if you need a reliable, strong, and flexible bond or seal that can withstand harsh conditions, CT1 is designed to deliver. Its solvent-free composition also makes it a safer choice for enclosed spaces, though good ventilation is always recommended.

Setup, Compatibility & Care\n\n### Setup & Application\n1. Preparation: Ensure surfaces are clean, dry (though CT1 works wet, a clean surface is always best), and free from dust, grease, or loose particles. For maximum adhesion, lightly abrade non-porous surfaces.\n2. Cut Nozzle: Cut the nozzle to the desired bead size, typically at a 45-degree angle.\n3. Apply: Insert the cartridge into a suitable caulking gun. Apply a continuous bead with even pressure.\n4. Tooling: For a smooth finish, tool the sealant within the skinning time using a suitable tool or a wet finger/spatula.\n5. Cure Time: CT1 begins to skin quickly but achieves full cure over 24-48 hours depending on bead thickness, temperature, and humidity.\n\n### Compatibility\nCT1 boasts unique adhesion on virtually any material. This includes:\n- Metals (steel, aluminum, lead)\n- Plastics (PVC, ABS)\n- Wood\n- Glass\n- Ceramics\n- Concrete\n- Stone\n- Brickwork\n- Mirror (non-corrosive)\n\nIt is compatible with most common building materials, eliminating the need for multiple products.\n\n### Care & Maintenance\n- Cleaning: Due to its solvent-free nature, uncured CT1 can be cleaned with a damp cloth or CT1 Multisolve. Once cured, it is very difficult to remove without mechanical means.\n- Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Ensure the nozzle is properly sealed after use to prevent curing inside the cartridge.\n- Durability: Its UV resistance and non-shrinking flexibility minimize maintenance needs, ensuring a long-lasting seal and bond that won't crack or discolour easily.