Waterproof and Paintable

Some projects require a caulk that is waterproof and paintable. If the area will be exposed to water or the outdoor elements, a permanently waterproof and shrink-/crack-proof caulk is needed. If the caulk is not permanently waterproof and shrink-/crack-proof, the area could be left vulnerable to water damage, mold growth, and air leakage. If the caulk needs to match the exact color of the adjacent surface, it also needs to be paintable.
	Groov Exterior/Interior: NEW! Performs and lasts like silicone and easy to apply and paint like acrylic. One-hour rain-ready and 30-minute paint-ready for exterior and interior applications. view details
	Groov Kitchen/Bath/Plumbing: NEW! Performs and lasts like silicone and easy to apply and paint like acrylic. One-hour shower-ready, five-year mold-free product protection caulk for kitchens, baths, and plumbing applications. view details
	*GE Silicone II Paintable Silicone:** 100 percent waterproof and paintable caulk that performs like 100 percent silicone, with the paintability of an acrylic. view details

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Don't Waste Time and Energy

Not all caulk is the same. Because silicone is permanently waterproof, flexible, and shrink-/crack-proof, unlike acrylic, it won't leave gaps or cracks for air and water to seep through over time. Those leaks can lead to water damage, mold growth, and higher energy bills—all of which can translate into your lost time (when you have to do the job again), lost energy, and lost money.

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