Avoid 100% Silicone for Exterior Surfaces

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The video begins by addressing a common misconception among DIY enthusiasts: using 100% silicone caulking on the exterior of a home. The speaker strongly advises against this practice, stating it's a 'really bad idea.' He clarifies that 100% silicone is non-paintable, meaning it cannot be primed or painted over, which makes it unsuitable for most exterior applications where aesthetics and weather protection through paint are crucial. Paint will not adhere properly to 100% silicone, leading to peeling and a poor finish.

Goal: To understand why 100% silicone is not suitable for most exterior home applications, especially where painting is required.

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100% Silicone Caulking — The type of caulk being advised against for exterior use

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Somebody recently asked if they should use silicone caulking on their exterior of their home. That would be a really bad idea, so I'm sure they're probably talking about a 100% silicone. A 100% silicone is not painable. You can't prime it, you can't paint it. So whatever you don't use, 100% silicone, I would use something like that inside of a bathtub,

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