Operating Guide
Q – How do I remove plumber’s putty from the drain lines and sink?
Any Plumber’s Putty which falls into the drain in small quantities will dissolve and
flow through the drain without incident.
Q – What is the difference between Stain-Free and regular plumber’s putty?
Stain-Free Putty is an oil-free non-staining putty that performs the same as other
putties be can be used safely without staining the following materials; Granite,
Marble, Quartz, Sandstone, Corian®, or any natural, porous surfaces.
Q – If the putty is dried out, something be added to regenerate the putty?
No. Once the putty has dried there is nothing that can be added to regenerate the
putty without affecting the quality of the product.
Q – How can an oil stain be removed from a porous surface (stone, granite, etc.)?
Oatey does not have any proven method for removing these stains and recommend
you contact your installer or supplier for their recommendations relating to the
material in question.
Q – Can plumber’s putty be used to seal windows and doors?
No. Plumber’s Putty is not designed to take the place of caulk and doesn’t have any
insulating values to control temperature changes.
Q – Can plumber’s putty be used to seal the toilet bowl to the finished floor?
No. Plumber’s Putty is not designed to support any weight distribution associated
with the base of the toilet setting on the floor. The integrity of the putty can also be
compromised by cleaners and urine that it may come in contact with on the floor of
bathroom. Plumber’s Putty does not have any adhesion valve like caulk, which is used
to help secure the toilet bowl to the floor. The putty will dry out when exposed to air
and no longer fill the voids between the floor and bowl. The putty may also stain finished
floor surfaces.
Q – Can Stain-Free plumber’s putty be used when installing the drain on an Acrylic tub and / or
shower unit?
No. Plumber’s Putties could have an adverse effect on the Acrylic finish similar to
the same effect on ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) materials. You should only use 100%
silicone for this application.
Revised 8/2/15