How To Clean Silicone Off Ceramic Tile

How to remove silicone sealant from tiles

Posted on November 30th 2020 in All Blogs

Remove silicone from tiles

Whether you are sealing a window, sink or shower, silicone is the material to use. Although it is very versatile, tradespeople can sometimes be overenthusiastic and apply too much. This can leave silicone residue in unwanted areas which can be a hassle to remove. However, SMART have developed the Wide Scraper blade which is ideal for this tricky situation.

What is the Wide Scraper blade?

The Wide Scraper Blade is a multi-tool accessory that's designed to remove silicone and large areas of floor and wall coverings, such as carpet, floor tiles and lino flooring. With a 67mm blade, this versatile tool has a large surface area which is ideal for quick and easy removal of all soft compounds. Plus, this blade is highly practical as it fits most brands of multi-tools.

A common method to remove excess silicone is to scrape it off using a sharp blade or razor. While this is somewhat effective, it's not always ideal as you can easily scratch the surface. Plus, it's likely the silicone will not come off easily, so additional tools or chemicals would be required.

However, the SMART Wide Scraper blade will instantly turn your multi-tool into a powerful scraper tool. By effortlessly gliding through the silicone, this blade will completely remove all excess silicone without damaging the surface. This blade is ideal for all tradespeople and DIYers who are looking for a simple, safe and less tedious solution to removing silicone.

How to remove silicone with the Wide Scraper blade?

Attach the blade to your multi-tool

When you are ready to begin, attach the SMART Wide Scraper blade to your multi-tool.

Remove the silicone

On a medium speed, begin to run the blade through the silicone where required. Continue until it has fully removed.

Check out our video below as we demonstrate how to remove excess silicone from tiles using the Wide Scraper blade. Find your local SMART stockist today.

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