# Installing windows. Whats the temp at which... **URL:** \ **Category:** NYSpeed Off Topic\ **Created:** [October 8, 2009, 8:29am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/installing-windows-whats-the-temp-at-which/74573 "2009-10-08T08:29:34Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 9\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![rugsr](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/rugsr/32/7474_2.png) [@rugsr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/rugsr)\ **Post date:** [October 8, 2009, 8:29am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/installing-windows-whats-the-temp-at-which/74573/1 "2009-10-08T08:29:34Z")
Hey guys, I could always find out later in the store but i need to know NOW. I got some windows to put in and Im thinking it might be to cold for the caulk to adhear/dry properly. Off the top of my head isnt it like 50\*F for 24hrs? anyone know? ---
**Author:** ![Blue\_Eyed\_Devil](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/blue_eyed_devil/32/7292_2.png) [@Blue\_Eyed\_Devil](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Blue_Eyed_Devil)\ **Post date:** [October 8, 2009, 8:34am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/installing-windows-whats-the-temp-at-which/74573/2 "2009-10-08T08:34:42Z")
I think silicone is 45 or 50 but contractors don’t seem to care what temp it is. lol ---
**Author:** ![Fry](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/fry/32/7284_2.png) [@Fry](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Fry)\ **Post date:** [October 8, 2009, 8:48am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/installing-windows-whats-the-temp-at-which/74573/3 "2009-10-08T08:48:27Z")
Just read the damn tube. ---
**Author:** ![drvnkd](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/drvnkd/32/109615_2.png) [@drvnkd](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/drvnkd)\ **Post date:** [October 8, 2009, 8:50am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/installing-windows-whats-the-temp-at-which/74573/4 "2009-10-08T08:50:20Z")
I think it’s more like 40+ for 4-6 hours [http://www.dap.com/docs/tech/00010001001.pdf](http://www.dap.com/docs/tech/00010001001.pdf) eidt: For Best Results: • Apply in temperatures above 40°F (4,44 °C). • Do not apply if rain or freezing temperatures are forecasted or before full cure can occur. Cold weather and high humidity will slow down cure time. • Do not use below waterline or for marine or automobile applications, or filling surface defects. • Joint depth should not exceed 1/2” (1,30 cm) wide by 1/2” (1,30 cm) deep. If joint exceeds 1/2” (1,30 cm) deep use foam backer rod. • Store sealant away from extreme heat or cold. Physical & Chemical Characteristics: Tooling Time: 10 Minutes Tack-Free Time: 30 Minutes Dynamic Joint Movement: ± 25% Paintable: Yes Odor: Very Mild Consistency: Smooth and Creamy Vehicle: Advanced Acrylic Polymer Volatile: Water Flash Point: None Filler: Calcium Carbonate Density: 1.48 ± 0.01 Solids: 80.0% ± 1.0% by weight Weight per Gallon: 12.35 ± 0.05 lbs./gal. (103 L/kg ± 0.41 L/kg) Temperature Service Range: -30ºF to 180ºF (- 34,50 to 82,20 °C) Temperature Application Range: 40ºF to 100ºF (4,44 to 37,78 ° C) Freeze Thaw Stability: Passes 5 Cycles 0ºF (- 17,78 °C) Shelf Life: 12 Months ---
**Author:** ![sobo](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/sobo/32/5267_2.png) [@sobo](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/sobo)\ **Post date:** [October 8, 2009, 8:54am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/installing-windows-whats-the-temp-at-which/74573/5 "2009-10-08T08:54:38Z")
> [@rugsr"](#): > > Hey guys, I could always find out later in the store but i need to know NOW. > > I got some windows to put in and Im thinking it might be to cold for the caulk to adhear/dry properly. > > Off the top of my head isnt it like 50\*F for 24hrs? > anyone know? My dad caulks as long as it isn’t raining. He’s been installing windows and doors for a little over 20 years lol. ---
**Author:** ![drvnkd](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/drvnkd/32/109615_2.png) [@drvnkd](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/drvnkd)\ **Post date:** [October 8, 2009, 8:57am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/installing-windows-whats-the-temp-at-which/74573/6 "2009-10-08T08:57:53Z")
My caulk seems to work well in damp areas ~98.6 degrees. ---
**Author:** ![rugsr](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/rugsr/32/7474_2.png) [@rugsr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/rugsr)\ **Post date:** [October 8, 2009, 9:07am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/installing-windows-whats-the-temp-at-which/74573/7 "2009-10-08T09:07:16Z")
> [@Fry](#): > > Just read the damn tube. yea i know but i dont have one infront of me ---
**Author:** ![rugsr](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/rugsr/32/7474_2.png) [@rugsr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/rugsr)\ **Post date:** [October 8, 2009, 9:08am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/installing-windows-whats-the-temp-at-which/74573/8 "2009-10-08T09:08:20Z")
thanks for the info guys ---
**Author:** ![FourEyed](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/foureyed/32/7216_2.png) [@FourEyed](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/FourEyed)\ **Post date:** [October 8, 2009, 9:36am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/installing-windows-whats-the-temp-at-which/74573/9 "2009-10-08T09:36:20Z")
Not raining and below freezing you will be fine.