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wvbeetlebug

Jul 21 2008, 01:16 AM

What is the difference between these two products?

Thank you.

demeter

Jul 21 2008, 01:54 AM

QUOTE (wvbeetlebug @ Jul 20 2008, 08:16 PM)

What is the difference between these two products?

Thank you.

One seals, and the other lubricates. A silicone sealant is often used for caulking around a bathtub. A silicone grease never firms up; it remains slick. I hope that helps.
Andrew

wvbeetlebug

Jul 21 2008, 02:16 AM

Yes it does. Thank you again.

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