sealant on uPVC frame

Jan 10, 2006 4 Replies

Does anyone know the best product to remove uPVC frame to brickwor



sealant from the frame surface itself ? It was an untidy, rushed jo years ago.(not by me).



Also, is there a guide available for fitting your own uPVC replacemen windows


-- bobd


Assuming it's silicone-rubber based stuff, there are products like Silicone Eater which act as a solvent for this:

However, it's not that wonderful and you definitely need to get rid of the vast majority of it mechanically (ie cutting/scraping with a Stanley knife or something.

David

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is a bit brief but useful. Their estimate is higher than my supplier.

Reminds me of a comparable one at:

If you get them from somewhere like Screwfix they come with fitting instructions.

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