Red window sealing stuff!

[Steve Jones]

The outside of my two garage windows (wooden) seems to be sealed with some strange red stuff. A bead of it runs down the side of the window frame and the garage wall. It has been over painted white and is moves if pushed hard.

Is this what they used before silicone sealant. The reason I ask is that these windows need repainting and this stuff is coming off in places. Should I replace it or remove it entirely?

Thanks,

Steve

[Pete C]

Hi,

If it't like putty, it sounds like 'red lead' caulking, google for more info. No need to replace it with like, if you want something which is overpaintable and will stick to wood that might have a bit of oil in it, try a polysulphide sealant.

cheers, Pete.