Color Rite
Color Rite makes colour-matched siliconized acrylic caulk for flooring, stair treads, wall base and trim. It comes in more than 450 colours, including colours matched to Forbo and Johnsonite flooring and wall base, and in custom colours. Find the colour that matches your floor or wall base, then choose a 5.5 oz squeeze tube or a 10.5 oz cartridge.
Frequently asked questions
See all FAQsWhat is Color Rite caulk made of?
Color Rite caulk is a siliconized acrylic. It is paintable, mildew and moisture resistant, cleans up with water and is VOC compliant at 22 g/L. It can be used indoors and outdoors. The technical and safety data sheets are on the 10.5 oz cartridge page.
Which types of flooring can I use Color Rite caulk with?
Color Rite lists these floor applications: athletic flooring, bamboo, cork, laminate, linoleum, hardwood, stair treads, vinyl and wall base. It is a good fit for the joint between the floor and the wall base, and along stair treads.
How do I find the Color Rite colour that matches my floor?
Each Color Rite caulk is listed with its colour number, like #AE10 or #CE07, and some are named after the Forbo or Johnsonite colour they match, like Forbo AD17 or Johnsonite #21. Search the colour name or number of your floor or wall base on the Color Rite caulk and sealants page. Color Rite makes more than 450 colours and custom colours too. If you can't find yours, contact us with the product and colour you are matching.
What sizes does Color Rite caulk come in?
Color Rite comes in 5.5 fl. oz. (162.6 mL) squeeze tubes, like the #CB14 tube, and 10.5 fl. oz. (310 mL) cartridges for a caulking gun, like the #AE10 cartridge. The tube suits small touch-ups; the cartridge suits longer runs of wall base or trim.
How long does Color Rite caulk take to dry?
Color Rite is tack free in 30 to 45 minutes and cures in 24 hours. Apply it between 45°F and 100°F (about 7°C to 38°C), and use it for gaps up to 1/4 in.
Can I paint Color Rite caulk or use it outside?
Yes to both. Color Rite caulk is paintable and is rated for indoor and outdoor use. See all Color Rite colours.
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