With an abundance of different caulks and sealants on the market, it’s not uncommon to feel overwhelmed when choosing the right product for your next bathroom or kitchen project. A great place to begin is to understand what exactly separates caulks from sealants.
You’ve probably noticed the terms ‘caulk’ and ‘sealant’ are often used interchangeably. The two products serve a similar purpose, which is to act as sealing agents to fill gaps and cracks, as well as bonding agents between building materials, such as joining countertops to sink bases. They are both applied to surfaces to prevent leaks using a caulking gun, which likely explains why a sealant is technically categorized as a type of caulk.