Silicon Waterproofing - for fabric and more

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This is a DIY method for waterproofing and uses 100% silicone caulk and mineral spirits as the main ingredients. Overall, it is a better way to waterproof most materials than the store bought aerosol silicone waterproofing. It works great for projects ranging from waterproofing a shoe or apron all the way to waterproofing a tent. Another great application of this project is waterproofing a backpack or any other bag. Before applying, test it on a small inconspicuous area to ensure that it works well with our material and does not damage it. Another warning, waterproofing does create fumes so be careful.
Supplies you need:
-Odorless Mineral Spirits: amzn.to/2RX87h0
-100% Silicon Clear Caulk: amzn.to/2EyyWFD (not the same I used, could not find it on Amazon)
-10oz 9x12 ft canvas: amzn.to/2pXEXkW
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@calhiser8265 Год назад

Just a suggestion to all. I have found that a dollar store plastic catsup bottle is vary handy, especially for seam sealing. That and a foam brush.

@wamindustries Год назад

Thanks! That does sound like it would work. Good idea!

@D3ATHSM3TALROCK3R 4 года назад

Good video. I was looking for a good way to waterproof my wall tent . Thanks a bunch

@ThatFitGirl 4 года назад

I've noticed that most seem to put the silicone first - would it not make sense to instead have some mineral spirits already in your container and then squeeze in the silicone? This way the silicone shouldn't start solidifying as quickly.

@shaundumpson9282 3 года назад

You did a great job...I want to waterproof my canvas top on my Jeep...Thank You So Much

@tonycrader8978 2 года назад

I need an update on how this is holding up. Super smart

@StonemanRocks Год назад

Mix more min spirits and submerge the tarp! Screw wiping it on! Lol

@Josefppaz Месяц назад

After 5 years still awesome video thank you

@wamindustries Месяц назад

Thanks!!!

@DTA-me3kv 2 года назад

Another good video about this using old bed sheets

@TsetsiStoyanova 3 года назад

Nice work my man

@DTA-me3kv 2 года назад

You can mix everything up in a tub or garbage bag one that won't melt soak it and then hang dry it. 👍 awesome video

@wamindustries Год назад

Great tip!

@fatoomgierdien110 10 месяцев назад

Thank you for a great imformative and simply explained. Cape Town 🤲🙏♥️

@wamindustries 10 месяцев назад

Thanks!

@wemcal 8 месяцев назад

Great video and great information

@factsheet 2 года назад

Will denatured alcohol work in thinning out the silicon? We don't have mineral spirits, white spirits, or naptha available in my country.

@freddykhawlhring6764 2 года назад

How long will the mixture last? Please reply as I'm about to make a waterproofing product

@drak3385 4 года назад

thanks

@nagwarabie4059 3 года назад

Thanks for sharing ,I have a question could we use a brush instead of squeegee for the weak fabrics.?

@wamindustries 3 года назад

It should work, though the brush will need to be thrown out as it bristles will be coated with silicone and won't hold anything.

@Crystal-be9ze 4 года назад

Hey great video, could you please update it with the ratio, thanks so much!

@julia0917 2 года назад

Another woman's vid said 1 part silicone to 4.5 mineral spirits

@joshuabaughn3734 7 месяцев назад

My dad still has an old siliconized cloth that says to use carbon tetrachloride to remove the surface oils. Tells you how old that is.

@paulvillemocs 3 года назад

What sort of texture does the resulting fabric have? Does it work on stretchier fabrics? I’m trying to replicate a leathery dragon wing for a costume and am curious if this is a good option. Thanks!

@wamindustries 3 года назад

It will have a sort of rubbery texture if you have a higher silicone content, otherwise, it will feel slightly oily but have almost the same texture as before. It may have some stretch with the fabric but I’ve never tried this.

@shanetheman2k3 4 года назад

how well did this hold up for you?

@the_guardians_of_the_universe 3 года назад

can we make a SilPoly with this?

@ashleynicoletaup1603 2 года назад

How long will the effect last?

@ALbaraa2X 3 года назад

how long does it last is the real question

@kelseymrozik9588 3 года назад

I want to apply this to 100% cotton dog collars. Do you know if the waterproofing solution will crack, kind of like wax does, when I attach the hardware to the collar?

@wamindustries 3 года назад

It doesn’t seem to crack... at least in my application it hasn’t.

@Helliconia54 3 года назад

can you dilute the silicone more for a brush on or soaker mix?

@wamindustries 3 года назад

In theory that should work, but you would need extra coats. The mixture will also destroy whatever you use to apply it as it will be covered with silicone as well. In short, I wouldn’t try it with an expensive brush as paint will not adhere to the brush for an application in future.

@thePawelSroczynski 2 года назад

what kind of wax did you use for the previous experiment ? thanx for sharing!

@wamindustries 2 года назад

Paraffin wax.

@nchurricanecpl05 2 года назад

I want to waterproof curtains for my front porch. Can this be mixed in a basin and then dunk/soak the curtains to hang dry?

@wamindustries 2 года назад

If you dunk and soak it, chances are the waterproofing will be spotty.

@terryglenweaver 3 года назад

What is "does not last so long" mean? And what does "lasts much longer" mean?

@wecu4dk 4 месяца назад

Use a large electrical wire-nut on the caulk tube to keep it from hardening. Works better than a nail

@wamindustries 4 месяца назад

Hmmm... I have never tried that!! Sounds like that works great.

@trbrm6319 2 года назад

Wouldn't it work better if you just sprayed on the fabric?... Just thinking

@zacharybarnes6731 2 года назад

Would this work on a pair of m65 field pants and a m65 field jacket that are both 50/50Nylon cotton

@wamindustries Год назад

I don't know how nylon will hold up to mineral spirits... will want to give that a try on a sample piece first. If you give it a try, let us know the results!

@Randomsiythings 4 года назад

We're Waterproofing a test. Can we apply this onto a canvas that has paint on it?

@wamindustries 4 года назад

I have not tried this. Probably will not work right as the paint will be damaged by the mineral spirits. You should at least try it on a sample of painted canvas... just not on anything important ;-).

@hesgone6699 16 дней назад

Do you know if the solvent would damage synthetic fabrics? (nylon, polyester etc)

@wamindustries 16 дней назад

Best way is to test on a scrap piece of the material. One way I have dealt with that myself is to Google the specific fiber and see if mineral spirits damages it.

@chrisparker0323 2 года назад

I have a question. Could I use this in a Hudson pump sprayer and apply on the shingles on my roof. Not looking for a long time solution but something for this rain season as I do have multiple leaks and can’t afford to replace the roof this year.

@wamindustries 2 года назад

I would say no... It's too thin and I don't think it would adhere well.

@FT4Freedom 2 года назад

I think you could definitely do it. I'd clean your roof first.

@superliegebeest544 Год назад

Use Styrofoam mixed with gasoline. U get a glue. It works great but not for permanently.

@gambangtekop9910 3 года назад

If you combine it with mineral spirit, it Will make it more easily to burn. It doesnt? ( I just though it, can you explain it to us?).

@wamindustries 3 года назад

The mineral spirits acts sort of like a carrier. It thins the silicone so it can be applied and most of it evaporates over time. This method is not designed to be fire proof... And I have not conducted any tests regarding fire with it.

@eyesofthecervino3366 4 года назад

@MrCreate Is this waterproof enough to make a collapsible bucket/tub, or is it only good for repelling water?

@wamindustries 4 года назад

In theory it should work, you probably would need a higher concentration of silicon in the mixture and may need to do multiple coats. Once you did this, the fabric would have a rubbery feel. I have not attempted this, but as i said earlier it should work in theory. The seams will have a higher chance of leaking so pay attention to them especially. If you give this a try, please let us all know how it works!

@eyesofthecervino3366 4 года назад

@MrCreate Thanks! I'm not worried about a rubbery feel, as long as it's watertight and collapsible :)

@chemawatersa377 3 года назад

@@eyesofthecervino3366 hi, have you tried it? Never tought that idea, but it could be really good if it works. Thanks anyway

@eyesofthecervino3366 3 года назад

@@chemawatersa377 I have not :( Thank you for reminding me, though -- I have some sewing-type projects planned as part of my garden this year (boy, does that look weird when I type it out), so maybe I can work it in then.

@chemawatersa377 3 года назад

@@eyesofthecervino3366 thanks buddy! hope it works at least for enought time!

@paulkline1574 3 года назад

Do you have the ratio information for the two chemicals? "Making it runny" is one thing, and will be affected by the weather, but what is the rough ratio?

@wamindustries 3 года назад

About two to one... mineral spirits to silicon. It should be the consistency of maple syrup. The mineral spirits just thins the silicone enough to apply it and then evaporates after application.

@robertjenkins5440 3 года назад

Is this ratio by weight or consistency?

@aayesher9400 5 лет назад

Do you think this would work for clothes?

@wamindustries 5 лет назад

It probably would work, but it may affect the color and texture of the fabric. You will want to test it on a small part of the fabric first that can't be seen. Depending on the fabric and how much waterproofing you apply it may make it feel rubbery. If you go the opposite direction and apply to thin of a coating there will be sections that leak. Semi porous fabrics would work better than a really tight weave (too loose of a weave and it will take to much waterproofing to work, that's why a canvas like material works so well) . If your not careful when mixing and applying it could result in splotches. Because of all the seams you might want to do a thinner mixture and apply multiple coats. Hope this helps.

@ESLinsider 3 года назад

Is there a more natural alternative to mineral spirits?

@bozzskaggs112 Год назад

Naptha can also used. Is it more natural? Maybe PGA would but silicone is far from natural and mineral spirits will evaporate quickly.

@anjuanju2682 3 года назад

Nice. Let me ask u something. Can we use silicon sealent as a glue for sticking clothes together. Kindly please reply

@wamindustries 3 года назад

Great question, I don’t think it would work very well. In my experience the holding bond between the two fabrics would be too weak.

@anjuanju2682 3 года назад

@@wamindustries thank u

@paulcrocker818 Год назад

USE THE SILICONE UNDILUTED, PRESSED BETWEEN TWO FABRIC LAYERS, once cured,PROVIDES A PERMANENT CONNECTION....USE PINS ,if necessary TO HOLD LAYERS TOGETHER UNTILL SILICONE IS SET INTO CURE...PULL PINS BEFORE CURE IS TOTALLY COMPLETE....

@davidturner3014 3 месяца назад

Have you ever gotten Mineral Spirits on your skin? I did the Boiled Linseed Oil experiment. Smelled! And burned my skin even after being dry... Added weight to the garment too... Next trick, Coleman Fuel plus silicon, has Naptha situation. Complete evaporation...

@wamindustries 3 месяца назад

The mineral spirits should evaporate given enough time. The mineral spirits is not providing the waterproofing but just thins the silicone so it can be applied. As a result once a silicone is in place you could rinse off it to remove mineral spirits residue. I haven't had to do this for my application, but I think in theory that should work.

@fearlessdistinguish4186 2 года назад

Great video, but currently mineral spirits are considered toxic in SoCal so I don't really know what to use. Do you have an idea for a substitute?

@grizzlyflats5037 2 года назад

Go across the border to purchase and snuggle it in.... Gavin SUCKS!!!!

@dukecannon2161 2 года назад

Just don't be scared..

@skie6282 2 года назад

Naptha

@paulcrocker818 Год назад

USE A THICKLY HAIRED PAINT ROLLER AND DON'T DRINK OR SWIM IN THE GOO WITHOUT A LICENSED, CA APPROVED LIFE GUARD....DON'T BREATH IN A OPEN FLAME....OR, NOTICE THAT PETROLEUM DISTILLATES ARE ALWAYS FLAMMABLE.....

@longfellow48 Год назад

Everything is toxic in California or so the liberals think

@mitchellwintercat 3 года назад

Why not put it in a spray bottle

@TsetsiStoyanova 4 года назад

Yes, but is it fire proof?

@wamindustries 4 года назад

That I have never tried. I would say most likely no... It would probably require a thick coating of silicone... Though this is a guess on my part. If you do any experiment, please let us know in the comments your results... We would love to know!!!!

@RestingScotFace 4 года назад

It's very hard to get both a waterproof substance that ALSO makes something fireproof. For DIY it's a multistep process. For instance, this method looks MORE fireproof than using paraffin wax base with linseed oil, but to truly fireproof it you'll want to soak it in a borax-boric acid solution (1 cup of borax + 1 cup of boric acid + 1 gallon of water) Wash it in this to help fireproof it BEFORE you coat the fibers of the cloth in a waterproofing agent. THEN waterproof it so even if the flame gets past your waterproofing agent, it has nothing to burn because you've got an extra layer of protection.

@edsevillano7982 Месяц назад

how many milliliter of mineral spirit for 1 tube of silicon caulk?

@wamindustries Месяц назад

That's a really good question, unfortunately I do not know the answer. I just did it in small batches until the project was done. Doing a large batch would probably make things easier and faster.

@nortenjoseph7976 3 года назад

Can I use this mixture on car paint for waterproofing ?

@wamindustries 3 года назад

Norten Joseph I I have not tried that, but it seems risky. It doesn’t seem like it would work well.

@nortenjoseph7976 3 года назад

@@wamindustries Ah ok

@richreynoldsCIT 11 месяцев назад

great theme music

@lungelomamba7035 Год назад

How well does this treatment do against steam

@wamindustries Год назад

Interesting question, I've never tried that. Depending on how hot, my guess it might do fine as it's silicone that's left on/in the fabric... Only suggestion is to try a sample piece. If you give it a try please let us know the results!

@AlexSBoates 5 лет назад

This is a great video. What you are doing here leads the imagination to interesting places. Why do you think out the silicone caulk with mineral spirits? Is it that difficult to spread into a thin layer with the squeegee?

@wamindustries 5 лет назад

Thanks! The silicone needs to be thinned with mineral spirits so that it soaks into the material.... otherwise the Silicon would just sit on the surface. Just a tip, it is generally better to put more than less in your fabric. The only problem with putting more on is that it can feel rubbery. To get the right balance I went through Test Section first.

@lukemcevoy2385 2 года назад

Will this "gas out". I have want to proof my kit bag but am concerned about flammability for aircraft travel.

@wamindustries Год назад

It does seem to loose the mineral spirits smell. It still has a slight oily feel, but I think that is the silicone that is left in the material.

@lukemcevoy2385 Год назад

@@wamindustries thanks for getting back. Good to know the smell goes!

@bikeshopnikargasok4000 2 года назад

Does it not brake easily once fabric is expose to sunlight?

@wamindustries Год назад

The silicon on my canvas tarps have been exposed to sunlight for a few separate weekends, it has stayed flexible and has not cracked.

@lesleywells3497 4 года назад

Does silicon work without the mineral spirits? (Sorry if this has already been asked.)

@wamindustries 4 года назад

Thanks for asking Lesley! It might, but it would be very thick and would not spread well or get absorbed into the fabric. In short it won't work as well. You could experiment with different ratios to create a thicker consistency if that's what you are looking for. Have fun!

@Jonnyvids14 3 года назад

Yes it does. I accidentally discovered this. I use silicone caulk for work and one day, after I tooled it with my finger, I did not have a rag with me to wipe the excess on. So I wiped into my pant leg, spreading it out to keep it from lumping. To my surprise, after multiple washings, it's still there and still waterproof. It's basically infused into the fabric of my pants, and it shows no signs of coming off. The problem with doing a large area would be doing it FAST, because un-thinned silicone caulk skins over within a minute or so.

@skie6282 2 года назад

@Jonathan Brett thats greta to hear for me, im looking to make water proof jeans for my motorcycle

@Ketch22k 24 дня назад

Any idea how long a canvas like this would last thru 4 seasons of weather??

@wamindustries 23 дня назад

I'm not sure... It depends really on how you take care of it... I cut it's life short when I got bleach on it. I would expect it to last longer than many of the wax related waterproofing options or the waterproofing in the standard options at most box stores

@Ketch22k 23 дня назад

@wamindustries thank you. Looking at alternative ways to cover a shelterlogic & came across this technique. Either way helpful to know for camping purposes!

@jordanezell5132 4 года назад

Will this work if submerged in water for prolonged periods?

@andrewh5951 4 года назад

Good question, I have not tried that yet. If you give it a try please let us all know.

@jordanezell5132 4 года назад

Well, I did try this already but just the silicone, no spirits, it molded.

@jordanezell5132 4 года назад

And the fabric was cotton.

@flatrockfiend 2 года назад

Does this get sticky in hot weather?? Also I wonder if you could use latex caulk???

@wamindustries 2 года назад

No it doesn't get sticky, if anything it has a slight oily or rubber feel to it. I would not use latex, it will probably crack with time.

@OldNavajoTricks Год назад

Latex hates sunlight.

@DTA-me3kv 2 года назад

A bed sheet works good to.

@jm5143 2 года назад

This mixture wouldn’t work on several surfaces !… For example on some paints after evaporation of the solvent the silicones are easily removed by peeling since it’s well known that they don’t glue on any material !…

@mehmetegegozutok1822 3 года назад

Can you wash them or what happens after that

@wamindustries Год назад

You can try white vinegar or dawn dish soap. Do not use anything harsh like bleach as that will ruin it.

@bimaluthfianandito5820 4 года назад

Can I use this for shoes?

@wamindustries 4 года назад

You probably could, though it would depend on the material your shoes are made of. I don't think it would work well on a leather or fake leather surface, but should work for a canvas shoe. Your shoe will not be very breathable after waterproofing as this waterproofing does not breath well

@SuperD37 3 года назад

Ratio doesn't matter much. The mineral spirits will evaporate leaving behind the silicon. Think of it this way, your dissolving the silicon to make it spreadable, it's only the vehicle to deposit the silicon. Some brevity and public speaking practice would make this go by better.

@tjahangon7286 2 года назад

Thank you for your explanation

@paulcrocker818 Год назад

RATIO MATTERS....THE SILICONE WILL STIFFEN THE FABRIC MORE AS MORE SILICONE IS ADDED TO YOUR MIXTURE....USE LESS SILICONE TO AVOID CRACKING TEARS WHENEVER FOLDING & UNFOLDING OR PACKAGING AND UNPACKING IS THE PLANNED PROCEDURE....GOOD LUCK OR EXPERIMENT FIRST....

@susanp.collins7834 5 месяцев назад

@@paulcrocker818Exactly.

@ouchymytoe 4 года назад

If you're going to use the whole tube, it's faster to just cut off the top of the tube of caulk with a utility knife.

@wamindustries 4 года назад

Good tip! That would speed up the process. It just needs to be used fast enough so it does not begin to harden before application.

@dukecannon2161 3 года назад

@@wamindustries kinda hard to squirter it in the high quality bottle though..lol

@dualupa5004 2 года назад

Is there alternative to mineral spirit?

@MrMawnster Год назад

Naptha

@theoldaccountthatiusedtous6767 16 дней назад

I don't know if you'll see this, but I have a question: so I know that using oil to waterproof things increases the risk of fire. Does silicone have that problem?

@wamindustries 16 дней назад

It would have an issue until the mineral spirits gasses off that was used as a carrier for the silicone. After that I would say (not an expert in this) that it wouldn't be any more flammable than regular canvas. I believe silicone in of itself to be flame resistant... Though I don't think this reduces the chance of the canvas catching fire... Hope this helps! I have reached these opinions from talk to people and general info on silicone.

@willowraven4239 2 года назад

I wonder if you could melt that glob down and reuse it!

@grahambeech1731 Год назад

Can IPA be used instead of mineral spirits?

@wamindustries Год назад

Good question!!! I don't have first hand experience using ipa with silicone caulk, but it looks like it actually weakens the silicone and keeps it from curing. Based on my research I would say don't use it... If you test it, let us know how it works out.

@subhajitchakraborty951 Год назад

May I try it on terracotta pots for making them waterproof? Plz reply ..😊

@wamindustries Год назад

Creative application! I don't know if it would work as it might not be able to soak in well enough. If you want to give it a try, you will need to dilute it with mineral spirits until its supper thin and watery. You would also need to do multiple coats... I have never tried this, so I am only guessing. If you give it a try, I would test it on a spare pot first. Let us know how it goes!

@subhajitchakraborty951 Год назад

@@wamindustries Thanks for replying..😊 Well I can try it applying a thin layer first to get the watery base get absorbed more, and then, as you suggested, multiple of thicker layers.. Wish me good luck, ha ha.. And, I will post whatever the outcome be!!😉

@blackdogbite 2 года назад

The compound is called SILICONE SiliCON is pure sand.

@josel8311 5 лет назад

Can I use it on denim?

@wamindustries 5 лет назад

I have not tried it on denim... It will have a slight oily feel. I would try it on some scrap material first to see if you like the feel, especially if your hoping to use it on clothing. If you just worried about repelling water, this should work great.

@user-wangyu 3 года назад

Is it air tight thanks

@wamindustries 3 года назад

I haven't tested that, but if applied right and thick enough I would theorize it could be air tight.

@Stephen_Strange 2 года назад

Will it be ok on my concrete pond?

@wamindustries Год назад

I have not tried it on concrete... only suggestion is to try it on a sacrificial piece of concrete. Let us know the results and it might helps someone else.

@ch34pskate16 2 года назад

What does it smell like once dried?

@wamindustries Год назад

Mine just smells like dirt fabric as I have gotten dirt and stuff on it over the yrs. The mineral spirits do eventually all gas off given the opportunity.

@drelun297 Год назад

Can I do this on my clothes

@wamindustries Год назад

Personally I wouldn't suggest it. It wouldn't breath and I would guess that it would be uncomfortable.

@itsjustme5022 4 года назад

that mineral spirit is a big problem.. can i use denatured alcohol?? or paint thinner??

@wamindustries 4 года назад

Hi Rey, good question. Your best option is oderless mineral spirits. Almost every hardware store sells it whether it's a Do It Best, ACE, or True Value. Home depot, Lowe's, and Manards sell it as well. You are right there are other products which will thin silicone, but you need to consider their own unique strengths and weaknesses. As always, test your mixture first on an unimportant test piece of material. Some thinners will breakdown different fibers or will produces a really strong oder. I can't suggest other thinners as i have only used mineral spirits. If you give some new mixture a try, please let all of use know how it went.

@itsjustme5022 4 года назад

@@wamindustries ill try to look on more hardware store... most of the store ive been dont have mineral spirits...

@itsjustme5022 4 года назад

@@wamindustries coz this waterproofing technique would really come in handy for the likes of me who rides even when its raining

@bumblebeehive2399 4 года назад

@@itsjustme5022 Take gasoline if you do not mind some smell its the same class of molecules. Otherwise, ethanol should work but you will need more of it than gasoline due to it being partially polar.

@irredeemabledeplorable5227 4 года назад

paint thinner IS mineral spirits

@MegaVimal22 3 года назад

how long will it last ?????????????

@wamindustries 3 года назад

It really depends on a lot of factors so it would be hard to give an accurate guess. Some factors which would affect the life span include method of application, type and composition of the fabric, and the exposure to outside elements. Unfortunately I am unable to give a better answer.

@jordanezell5132 4 года назад

It’s in the video’s title, but is it really waterproof or water resistant? Can this go underwater and stay dry?

@pakcom-vl9kd 3 года назад

Could you use this to water proof your pond? and how long would it last?

@steveandrews8301 2 года назад

Water proof your pond liner, you mean? What do you mean?

@morganflaherty9582 3 года назад

Can I use this to make a canvas boat

@wamindustries 3 года назад

Good question! I have not tried it, but I have thought some about it. I think it would work given the right amount of coats and getting enough silicone soaked into the canvas. You could test on a small scale first and let us know here if it works! Best of luck!

@robertjenkins5440 3 года назад

I would think you would have a better chance of a canvas boat using marine grade or aquarium silicone mixed with mineral spirit's...just my opinion

@steveandrews8301 2 года назад

@@robertjenkins5440 "100% Silicone" is 100% silicone. It shouldn't matter.

@jernone3849 Год назад

is that safe near an open flame or wood stove?

@wamindustries Год назад

I would say it's still flammable as a fabric. To the best of my knowledge, it will gas off until it's just silicone and canvas. While the silicone may not be flammable, the canvas is. Until it fully gases off, it will be quite flammable.

@Christian-lt7wd 11 месяцев назад

Why not use a spray bottle to apply it then a brush to dab everywhere?

@patriciasunday2710 3 года назад

Hi, can you water proof satin fabric?

@wamindustries 3 года назад

I do not know... I would guess it would work being it often has a tight weave... May just have to apply multiple thin coats

@tomdesantis551 10 месяцев назад

😂somebody's girl is a squirter

@jonathanronay6143 3 года назад

Why not use a pump sprayer?

@voidisyinyangvoidisyinyang885 3 года назад

So I just used a hand pump sprayer to do this. So yeah it didn't "spray" but rather more like a stream. The first batch was a bit too thick and the 2nd batch sprayed a bit more but was a bit too thin. So much for using that pump sprayer as my camp shower. haha. But I'm trying to cover up this nasty PVC toxic fumes off gassing from a China tent.

@cretene1 3 месяца назад

what about a polyester flag? would it work?

@wamindustries 3 месяца назад

It should, but you should test your solvent on the polyester first and in a small section. If it eats that material it's a no-go.

@dukecannon2161 3 года назад

I have reg silicone 100 percent pure..how can silicone caulking be 100 percent and get hard?

@philliptoone 2 года назад

My caulk gets hard all the time. I thought that was normal.

@channelview8854 3 года назад

My brother did quite a lot of this about 40 years ago. He mixed it just like in this video but shot it thru a paint gun. I think that paint gun would would give a lot more even coverage. I think mixing that in any kind of beverage bottle could be a MAJOR safety no no. Especially an unlabeled beverage bottle.

@munnumkhalid 2 года назад

Nah. Silicon is mostly used for blocking out stuff mainly water you don't wanna risk blocking your paint gun spray.

@turtleman190 Год назад

Taking the label off is what i do to tell me not to drink the liquid inside very safe

@channelview8854 Год назад

@@turtleman190 Yeah, I agree that is normally enough. Trouble comes from things like a Coca-Cola bottle with it's iconic shape.

@MrMawnster Год назад

@@munnumkhalid it works fine. Rinse it after like you do after painting 🤷

@roypatterson9910 4 года назад

You should be using silicone water guard, which still allows the material to breathe, that's the downside of using is silicone, because it makes it to where the material can't breathe.

@HDsharp 2 года назад

What is silicone water guard?

@m0rce1 3 года назад

2:20 Lol, I'm so imature

@khizarhayatkambohkamboh5290 4 года назад

what will be age of this water proffing process respected sir

@wamindustries 4 года назад

Great question! Because there are so many things that could affect the life span of waterproofing, I really could not give an accurate estimate. General things that could harm this waterproofing include excess exposure to sunlight, harsh chemicals and detergents, and abrasion. All of these will also shorten the life span of conventional waterproofing as well.

@khizarhayatkambohkamboh5290 4 года назад

@@wamindustries Thanks for your regarding i am from Pakistan

@dragxito136 2 года назад

Can I waterproof my t-shirt?

@wamindustries Год назад

Technically yes... would I want to... probably no. It would not breath at all and would be like having a shirt made out of a plastic bag.

@scottmartin1170 3 года назад

What's the ratio of mineral spirits to silicone?

@davidb9323 2 года назад

Add caulk until it’s a milky cloud of silicone, “as thick as maple syrup”

@stephennosal9833 9 месяцев назад

What is the ratio? We all know the materials but you never mention amounts ratios

@wamindustries 9 месяцев назад

That is the question of the century (unfortunately I didn't think to measure a ratio as I was just going by eye)... The ratio is dependent on your fabric. The tighter the weave the thinner the mixture For the canvas I was using, I was aiming for consistency similar to maple syrup.

@thesiluresscribe567 4 года назад

Awesome

@maxserpentini 4 месяца назад

Isn’t there a Mineral Spirits to Silicone ratio that can be measured instead of tedious ‘winging it’ ? After all - All mineral spirits is mineral spirits & 100% silicone is 100 % silicone.

@wamindustries 4 месяца назад

On could create a ratio, though the ratio would need to reflect how tight the weave of the fabric is and the material it's made out of. More silicone is needed for looser weaves. The mineral spirits evaporates over time... It's just acting as the carrier of the silicone.

@marke3571 4 года назад

Mix Ratio missing. Done by eye, which means every batch will be different and slow to make. Save yourself 7 minutes as this most essential info is absent.