furnace screen

[blay]

what is the caulk substance that is used to seal the outside furnace screen .what is the best way to clean the old stuff off? mine is starting to look bad.

[chuckster57]

Probably butyl tape. We clean exterior surfaces using a plastic scraper (no scratching) and then a rag sprayed with a product called acrysol (sp?).

[blay]

thanks for the input,but what is acrysol and where do I get it

[hankpage]

Originally Posted by blay

thanks for the input,but what is acrysol and where do I get it

WD40 or mineral spirits works well also. Rubbing back and forth will smooth the caulk and fill any cracks. (providing that it is butyl tape .. it works on the putty used in shower and sink drains too)

[chuckster57]

Acrysol is a aerosol product used for cleaning surfaces prior to painting. We use it on exterior walls to remove silicon, butyl tape residue, and decal glue among other things. It won't leave any residue or "melt" the finish. You would probably find it at an auto paint supply store on the shelf.