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Dow Corning Dowsil 785 Bacteriostatic Sanitary Silicone Sealant – 310ml – High-Performance Hygienic Sealant

The Dow Corning Dowsil 785 Bacteriostatic Sanitary Silicone Sealant is specially formulated to provide hygienic, long-lasting sealing in areas exposed to high moisture, such as bathrooms, kitchens, and other sanitary environments. Featuring advanced bacteriostatic technology, this silicone sealant actively resists the growth of bacteria, mould, and mildew, ensuring clean and sanitary conditions over time.

Dow Corning 785+ Bacteriostatic Silicone Sealant protects against bacteria growth, E. coli, Salmonella, MRSA, and gives excellent adhesion to most non-porous surfaces, it is a one component fungicide silicone sealant that's resistant to mound growth, for sealing around sanitary fittings to give a water resistant hygienic seal, to a very high Hospital Grade hygienic seal.

Engineered for non-porous materials such as ceramics, glass, metals, and plastics, Dowsil 785 offers fast curing, permanent flexibility, and exceptional adhesion. Its acetoxy-cure formula allows for efficient application and rapid drying, making it ideal for professional and DIY projects alike. Designed to withstand exposure to water, humidity, and cleaning products, this sealant delivers long-term performance for both domestic and commercial installations.

Available in 310ml cartridges, this single-unit option provides the perfect amount for smaller jobs or maintenance projects, ensuring you achieve a professional, hygienic finish every time.

Key Features and Benefits

• Bacteriostatic Protection: Inhibits the growth of bacteria, mould, and mildew, making it ideal for hygienic applications.
• High Adhesion Strength: Bonds effectively to non-porous surfaces, including ceramics, glass, metal, and uPVC.
• Fast Curing: Skins over in 5-10 minutes and fully cures within 24 hours, allowing for quick project turnaround.
• Permanent Flexibility: Adapts to joint movement without cracking or shrinking, ensuring a durable seal.
• Waterproof and Weatherproof: Protects against water penetration and resists exposure to cleaning chemicals and UV rays.
• Professional Finish: Provides a clean, neat bead for a long-lasting, aesthetically pleasing seal.
• Protects against bacteria growth, MRSA, E. coli and Salmonella contains a powerful fungicide to resist mould growth.
• + or - 25% Joint movement capability.
• High modulus Acetoxy cure type.
• 5 to 10 minutes working time fast cure tack free in one hour.
• 100% recovery.
• + 5 to + 40 Degree C application temperature range.
• Cartridge size 310ml

Applications

• Bathroom Sealing: Ideal for baths, sinks, showers, toilets, and tile joints in high-moisture areas.
• Kitchen Sealing: Ensures a waterproof, hygienic seal around countertops, splashbacks, and sinks.
• Wet Area Protection: Suitable for sanitary installations in utility rooms, spa areas, and commercial kitchens.
• Window and Glazing Sealing: Provides a reliable seal for glass and metal window frames in humid environments.
• General Internal Sealing: Effective for perimeter joints and general interior sealing where anti-bacterial protection is essential.

How to Use Dow Corning Dowsil 785 Bacteriostatic Silicone Sealant

1. Surface Preparation: Ensure surfaces are clean, dry, and free from dust, grease, and other contaminants.
2. Cut the Nozzle: Trim the nozzle to the desired bead size and attach it to the cartridge.
3. Apply the Sealant: Use a sealant gun to apply a continuous bead along the joint or seam to be sealed.
4. Tool the Sealant: Smooth the bead using a smoothing tool or soapy water to achieve a neat, professional finish.
5. Allow to Cure: The sealant will skin over in 5-10 minutes and fully cure within 24 hours, depending on environmental conditions.

Specifications

• Brand: Dow Corning (Dowsil)
• Product Name: Dowsil 785 Bacteriostatic Sanitary Silicone Sealant
• Size: 310ml per cartridge
• Cure Type: Acetoxy
• Skin Over Time: 5-10 minutes
• Full Cure Time: 24 hours
• Application Surface: Glass, ceramics, metal, plastic, and other non-porous materials
• Bacteriostatic Properties: Resists bacteria, mould, and mildew
• Weather Resistance: Waterproof, UV-resistant, and durable