“Winter Projects with The Flex Seal Family of Products” was written by a member of the Flex Seal Editorial Team.

Winter is here, and with the cold weather comes rain and snowstorms. When your home isn’t fully sealed, water can leak in, and heat can escape—costing you more than a pretty penny. The Flex Seal Family of Products is here to help you stay safe and warm this winter. Keep reading for some easy ways to get ready for winter.

3 Easy Winter Projects

1. Get Your Gutter Snow Prepped

The winter months can be harsh. Snow piles up on your rooftop and will collect (and eventually melt) on the roof or run off onto the ground, leading to rotting fascia boards, cracks in the foundation or walkways, or leaks in the basement. Flex Tape seals gutter seams and keeps melting snow from leaking.

To properly apply Flex Tape:

1. Clean surfaces. They must be free of grease, oil, and dirt.
2. Cut tape to desired dimensions before removing the transparent film.
3. Apply with enough pressure to smooth out all air/water from the bonding site.

2. Keep It Feelin’ Hot Hot Hot

Brrring on the winter season by keeping your heater from working overtime. Any little seam or crack in your window frame can let warmth escape, leading to higher energy bills and lower temps in your living room. Flex Paste is perfect for sealing cracks and seams, and it’s thick enough to withstand harsh weather conditions.

Flex Paste makes it easy. Use a putty knife, trowel, spatula, roller, or stiff brush to remove a smooth, even layer of material from the top of the tub. Avoid scooping deeply into the tub to prevent air pockets, which can dry out the Flex Paste. Apply a generous amount using a smooth sweeping motion. Allow 24–48 hours for the product to fully cure; thicker layers require more curing time.

3. Give Busted Gutters the Cold Shoulder

Prepping your house for snow can be tough, and making fixes after a storm can cause a brain freeze. Heavy snow and ice can build up on your gutters, and when the weight is too much, it can cause damage. Make quick and easy repairs with the help of Flex Glue. For best results, use an amount of glue proportionate to the size of the repair. The larger the repair, the more glue you’ll need.

For best results:

• Make sure the surface is clean.
• Apply firm pressure for a minimum of 10–30 seconds.
• Allow the glue to cure for 24 hours.

Preparing for seasonal changes can be daunting. Snow brings freezing temperatures and the threat of leaks once it starts to melt. That’s why it’s better to be prepared than to scramble for repairs once winter is already here. The Flex Seal Family of Products is here to help you prep, seal, and secure so you can stay cozy all winter long.

By Amanda Tacconi

Amanda Tacconi is an Editor at The Flex Seal Family of Products, where she focuses on writing and editing articles for the company’s blog.