EVO Stik Plumbers Mait 750g

Ask an older plumber about Evo Stik Plumbers Mait 750g and they will tell you it has been in their van for years. It is a waterproof putty that never sets hard, which makes it handy for sealing joints that may need to come apart later.

Common jobs for Evo Stik Plumbers Mait 750g

The classic use is sealing spigot and socket joints on WC pans and bidets, for example where an old pan outlet meets a soil connector. It also seals rainwater pipe joints and downpipe sockets. Many fitters press a bed of it under a sink or vanity unit to sit it level, then finish the edge with silicone. Because it stays soft, you can lift the item out again without breaking anything.

• 750g tub of plumbers putty from Evo-Stik
• Non-setting, so joints can be taken apart later
• Seals WC, bidet and rainwater spigot joints
• Beds sinks and basins before final sealing

Work a lump in your hands first so it softens and becomes easier to shape. Then roll it into a sausage and press it round the joint or along the edge of the unit. Clean, dry surfaces give the best seal, so wipe off dust and old sealant. Trim the excess with a knife once the item is in place. If you need a flexible, visible finish, run a silicone bead over the top later. Have a look at the rest of our sealants for silicones and jointing compounds.

Plumbers putty from our Glasgow shop

Tubs are sold at Plumb Parts, 555 South Street, Glasgow G14 0QX. Drop in Mon-Fri 8am-5pm or Sat-Sun 8am-1pm, or order online if that suits better.

Specification

• Brand: Evo-Stik
• Maker code: 30812666
• Material: Waterproof putty that does not set
• Sizes: 750g tub
• Suitable for: WC, bidet and rainwater joints, and bedding sinks and basins

Common Questions

How do I use Plumbers Mait on a WC joint?

Clean and dry both parts, roll the putty into a sausage, and press it round the spigot before pushing the joint home. Wipe off what squeezes out with a damp cloth.

Can I paint over it?

It stays tacky and soft, so paint does not take well on it. Trim and wipe the joint neatly instead, or finish with a sealant that can be painted where the look matters.

How long does a 750g tub keep?

Kept with the lid pressed on and out of frost, it stays workable for a long time. If the surface skins over, scrape that off and the putty underneath is usually fine.