A successful marine sealant job starts long before new sealant is applied. Whether you’re re-bedding deck hardware, repairing leaking fittings, or restoring an older vessel, proper surface preparation is critical to achieving a long-lasting watertight seal.
Old sealant residue, adhesives, tape, decals, and contaminants can prevent proper adhesion and lead to premature failure. That’s why BoatLIFE® Release® Adhesive & Sealant Remover is the first step. Release® helps soften and remove old sealants and stubborn residues, creating the foundation for a successful repair.
After removal, BoatLIFE® Life-Calk® Solvent & Cleaner should be used to clean the surface and remove any remaining residue, oils, dirt, and contaminants. Proper cleaning helps maximize adhesion and ensures the surface is ready for sealing.
Once prepared, BoatLIFE® Life-Calk® delivers the proven performance marine professionals have trusted for decades. This high-performance polysulfide sealant remains flexible after curing and offers outstanding resistance to water, weather, vibration, and fuel exposure.
Ideal for bedding deck hardware, sealing through-hulls, and protecting seams above and below the waterline, Life-Calk® has earned its reputation as one of the marine industry’s most trusted sealants. When properly applied and maintained, Life-Calk® has been known to provide reliable service for decades.
Whether you’re performing routine maintenance or a full restoration, the combination of Release®, Life-Calk® Solvent & Cleaner, and Life-Calk® helps ensure repairs last longer, perform better, and keep your vessel protected from costly water intrusion.
About Life Industries Corporation
Founded by Edwin Kehrt on Long Island, New York in 1959, Life Industries Corporation formulates, compounds, labels, packages, and ships a wide range of chemical compounds. Parent company to BoatLIFE®, RVbyLIFE®, and AeroLIFE Industries, the company relocated to North Charleston, South Carolina in 1995. Grace L. Schmidt, Mr. Kehrt’s daughter, has served as president since 1987. Last year marked the 66th anniversary of the BoatLIFE® brand.
