Multipurpose sealants are amazing products. Rather than just sealing one or two things against leakage, these sealants act as barriers for everything from pipes to roofs. In fact, you could probably use this type of sealant for almost anything you want sealed. The following shows what you can seal with this type of sealant.

Seal Pipe Joints

Pipe joints are notorious for springing leaks when they become a little loose. They do not have to become loose at all. A little sealant around each pipe joint and the pipes will not only hold together, but the sealant will also prevent the pipes from ever leaking.

Seal-Coat Metal Objects for Outdoor Use

Rub a little multipurpose sealant over metal objects that spend time outdoors, and the objects will not rust or corrode. The sealant coats them in a water-resistant, anti-oxidizing clear coating that will last for months. The only drawback is that you cannot apply it to any metal objects that will heat up in excess of a hundred degrees because the coating may fail or catch fire. Ergo, stick to sealing bikes and garden tools, and avoid coating your grill or outdoor cooking appliances.

Seal a Roof

Shingles are funny things. They seem to be so sturdy and unflappable, but you get one really good and powerful windstorm, and all of a sudden the shingles are folded over backward and letting the rain seep into your house. If you take a sealant of the multipurpose kind up to your roof, you can fold these shingles back down in place and seal them there with the sealant. Run a bead of sealant along roof seams that are adjacent or near the shingles you repaired to make sure no water can get into your attic and your home.

Seal Your Windows

Weatherproofing and weatherstripping windows is key in preventing rainwater from entering your home through the windows and in preventing ice from seeping through and accumulating around the windows. This type of sealant can cover the weatherproofing and weatherstripping with ease. Seal small cracks in the frames of the windows, and then use the sealant around the exterior frame of the window to apply and adhere window film before winter. The sealant is more effective than the sticky strips included in most window film kits, allowing you to get a very secure covering over your windows and prevent escaping heat. 

For more information, contact a multipurpose sealant supplier.