Green Glue Vs. Latex Caulk

Caulk

• Caulk is a sealing compound. You use it to seal cracks between surfaces, such as a wall and a floor. By sealing these cracks, you improve the insulation of your home. You also deter insects and other pests from sneaking into your house. Roaches like to hide in uncaulked walls and cabinets. Caulk degrades quickly, sometimes in as little as three years. You should regularly check the integrity of your caulk. Reapply caulk as necessary.

Latex Caulk

• Most caulks are made of either latex or silicone. Compared to silicone, latex is easier to work with. You can clean it with soapy water, paint it, remove it with minimal effort and apply it to unprepared surfaces. It also smells better than silicone caulk. The downside is that latex caulk degrades faster, especially if exposed to direct sunlight. This means that you'll have to replace latex caulk more regularly. Most latex caulk is white.

Green Glue

• Green Glue is a noise-proofing agent. True to its name, the compound is neon green. You spray the glue onto the back of a drywall board before affixing the board to a wall. It provides a high level of noise insulation. You can use it to keep noise out of a room or to to improve the acoustics with a recording studio or media room. Green Glue is not a caulk. It is not suited for external use.

Latex Caulk vs. Green Glue

• Green Glue and latex caulks are not interchangeable. They fill distinct roles. Latex caulk is useful for temperature insulation and to seal windows, sinks and cracks. It provides minimal sound insulation. Green Glue is not designed to be a caulk. Because of its coloration, it is not an attractive sealant for cracks. It is a professional-quality sound insulator, though. For best results, use Green Glue and latex caulk for their intended purposes.