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Old 6/22/09, 2:27 PM
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Default What is this red stuff?

I saw this red "caulk" on a furnace and water heater flue where they connect to the stack.

What is it? And is it okay for this use?
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Old 6/22/09, 2:31 PM
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Default Re: What is this red stuff?

Looks like high temp sealant to me. I think the stuff is rated for over 500 F temps.
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Looks like high temp sealant to me. I think the stuff is rated for over 500 F temps.
So it's a non-issue? Correct?
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Old 6/22/09, 2:37 PM
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I wouldn't make it an issue
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Thanks Chuck!
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Old 6/22/09, 2:43 PM
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You mean besides ugly?

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Hope it is the high temp sealant and not RedGard waterproofing sealing material.
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Default Re: What is this red stuff?

It is rated well over 500 degrees.

I would be concerned they need patching at all though.
The straight B vent appears to be just that, as in Horizontal.(maybe even angled down)
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It is rated well over 500 degrees.

I would be concerned they need patching at all though.
The straight B vent appears to be just that, as in Horizontal.(maybe even angled down)
Just what i was thinking
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They look like site made connections and when the caulk fails (and it will) leaks will start.



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Old 6/22/09, 7:14 PM
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Default Re: What is this red stuff?

Thanks guys.

Here's what I said in the report:

  • Observed the flue connection from the furnace and water heater, where they connect to the main stack, appear to be sealed with a red material similar to caulking. This appears to be what is known as a “high-tempertature-selant.” While this is likely not an issue, it is recommend to remove the material and replacement with proper flue sealant/tapes. Improvement.
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Thanks guys.

Here's what I said in the report:

  • Observed the flue connection from the furnace and water heater, where they connect to the main stack, appear to be sealed with a red material similar to caulking. This appears to be what is known as a “high-tempertature-selant.” While this is likely not an issue, it is recommend to remove the material and replacement with proper flue sealant/tapes. Improvement.
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Thanks guys.

Here's what I said in the report:

  • Observed the flue connection from the furnace and water heater, where they connect to the main stack, appear to be sealed with a red material similar to caulking. This appears to be what is known as a “high-tempertature-selant.” While this is likely not an issue, it is recommend to remove the material and replacement with proper flue sealant/tapes. Improvement.
Is there a tape rated for exhaust flue temps and intended for use on flues?

I usually write up tape on flue joints, I wouldn't have written anything for this.
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Is there a tape rated for exhaust flue temps and intended for use on flues?
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Default Re: What is this red stuff?

Hey, at least they didn't utilize duct tape. I've seen many vents with dried-up duct tape falling off.
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