dave88sw Posted January 13, 2013 Share Posted January 13, 2013 As the title really, i want to get my roof ready for paint soon, but beforehand i need to seal the gutters. I've decided on either sikaflex or tiger seal to use in the gutter as they're both paintable and remain flexible, but before i can do that, i need to clear all previous attempts (silicon, seam sealer etc). Can anyone recommend a method to remove it all quickly? I was thinking a drill mounted wire brush or similar but obviously not a steel one against the ally. Would this be too aggressive? Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ejparrott Posted January 14, 2013 Share Posted January 14, 2013 I used a steel wire brush in the angle grinder, just be careful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snagger Posted January 14, 2013 Share Posted January 14, 2013 As above, but use a small sheet of metal that you can slide along to protect the roof panel from the brush, so the bristles only attack the gutter and flange. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V8CAMEL Posted January 14, 2013 Share Posted January 14, 2013 Or silicone eater http://m.screwfix.com/pr-gallery.htm?id=75756#imggal1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave88sw Posted January 18, 2013 Author Share Posted January 18, 2013 thanks guys, ill get some wire cup brushes and set to it then . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spongie Posted January 18, 2013 Share Posted January 18, 2013 Don't go for the cup ones go for the knotted wheel ones Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave88sw Posted January 18, 2013 Author Share Posted January 18, 2013 ah yeah, spose that would be better for getting into the gutter. Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ejparrott Posted January 19, 2013 Share Posted January 19, 2013 yeah straight not cupped! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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