Most conventional sealants and adhesives struggle when it comes to bonding and sealing in difficult environments—especially underwater. CT1 has completely transformed this space by introducing a powerful, user-friendly formula that works effectively even in fully submerged conditions. From swimming pools and marine repairs to plumbing and emergency fixes, CT1 delivers strength, durability, and consistent results where others fail.
CT1’s true value goes beyond just underwater performance. It stands out as a genuinely multi-purpose solution capable of bonding virtually any material, across countless applications, without relying on additional mechanical fixings. This versatility is what has earned CT1 the title of the UK’s number one sealant and adhesive among professionals.
Table of Contents:
- Introduction to CT1 and TRIBRID® Technology
- Performance You Can Trust Testing and Accreditations
- The Power of TRIBRID® Technology
- Outshining Standard Hybrid Sealants with TRIBRID® Technology
- Key Advantages: Technical and Environmental
- Unleashing Versatility: What Can CT1 Do?
- From Bathrooms to Boats: Trusted Across Every Trade
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Master Every Condition: Wet, Underwater, and Emergency Repairs with CT1
- Eco-Friendly and Safe: CT1’s Commitment to Health and Sustainability
- FAQs about CT1
Introduction to CT1 and TRIBRID® Technology
CT1 stands out as a truly unique sealant and construction adhesive, built upon the foundation of the revolutionary TRIBRID® polymer technology. This advanced formulation is the cornerstone of CT1's exceptional performance, providing significant advantages over conventional sealants and adhesives available today.
Thanks to its innovative composition, CT1 offers outstanding flexibility, superior strength, and remarkable durability even under the most challenging conditions. It bonds successfully to virtually any material — including metals, glass, wood, concrete, ceramics, and most plastics — without the need for additional primers or preparation. Unlike traditional adhesives, CT1 remains permanently flexible, ensuring a long-lasting, resilient seal that can withstand movement, vibration, and extreme temperature changes.
Moreover, CT1 is completely eco-compliant, boasting a solvent-free formula that is safe for use in sensitive environments such as hospitals, schools, and food preparation areas. Its resistance to mold, mildew, and bacteria further enhances its reliability in both indoor and outdoor applications.
CT1 also performs exceptionally well underwater, making it the ideal solution for marine and bathroom sealing, as well as emergency repairs in wet conditions. Its unparalleled weatherproofing and UV resistance mean it maintains its integrity and appearance over time, even when exposed to harsh environmental factors.
In short, CT1’s cutting-edge TRIBRID® technology redefines what is possible in sealant and adhesive performance — delivering unmatched reliability, versatility, and peace of mind across countless industries and applications.
Performance You Can Trust: Tested, Proven, and Accredited
Proudly made in Britain, CT1 is a true symbol of British innovation and craftsmanship. Backed by over 25 independent accreditations, it stands as a global leader in quality, safety, and reliability.
Certified as food-safe and having passed rigorous indoor air emission tests, CT1 is trusted for use in sensitive environments, from kitchens to hospitals — and everywhere in between. Its versatility and performance are proven time and time again, not just in everyday projects but on some of the UK’s most iconic landmarks, including:
Diana’s Memorial Fountain
The Olympic Village
The London Eye
The Connaught Hotel
The Wave in Bristol
The Giant’s Causeway
Each of these prestigious projects speaks volumes about CT1’s ability to perform under pressure, in the most demanding conditions, and on the most important stages. When the job demands excellence, professionals turn to CT1 — because it’s not just trusted, it’s proven.
The Power of TRIBRID® Technology
The outstanding performance of CT1 is driven by its cutting-edge TRIBRID® polymer technology — a breakthrough that marks a new era in adhesive and sealant innovation. Developed through extensive research and engineering, TRIBRID® technology builds upon the strengths of previous generations, including silicones, traditional polymers, MS polymers, and hybrid polymers, while eliminating many of their common weaknesses.
Unlike earlier technologies that often forced users to compromise between flexibility, strength, or durability, TRIBRID® offers an exceptional balance of all three. It delivers superior bonding strength, enhanced elasticity, and extraordinary resistance to environmental factors such as UV radiation, chemicals, and weathering.
Furthermore, TRIBRID® technology ensures CT1 is highly resistant to shrinkage, discoloration, and cracking over time, even under extreme conditions. Its formulation provides a longer-lasting seal and stronger adhesion across a wider variety of materials, including metals, plastics, wood, concrete, and even wet surfaces — all without the need for primers.
Thanks to the innovation of TRIBRID®, CT1 not only meets but exceeds the performance expectations of modern construction, repair, and industrial projects, providing professionals and DIY users alike with a truly universal solution. Whether it's demanding structural bonding, sensitive installations, or emergency repairs, CT1 powered by TRIBRID® technology offers reliability, versatility, and lasting results like no other product on the market.
Outshining Standard Hybrid Sealants with TRIBRID® Technology
CT1, powered by advanced TRIBRID® technology, raises the bar far above standard hybrid sealants, delivering outstanding performance where it matters most:
Unmatched Strength: Once cured, CT1 reaches an exceptional tensile strength of around 304 Newtons per square inch, providing a tough, reliable bond that professionals can trust.
True Color Stability: Unlike many white sealants that discolor or yellow with age, CT1 preserves its fresh, clean appearance over time, ensuring a flawless and lasting finish.
Outstanding Chemical Resistance: Designed to perform in tough environments, CT1 resists a wide range of aggressive substances — including diesel, petrol, and oils — making it the perfect choice for industrial, automotive, and heavy-duty applications.
Zero Shrinkage, Zero Cracks: Thanks to its solvent-free and isocyanate-free formula, CT1 won't shrink, crack, or deteriorate, guaranteeing a bond or seal that stands the test of time.
With CT1, you're not just getting a sealant — you're investing in next-generation performance and durability.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Application Angle | Can be applied effortlessly at any angle without sagging or slumping. |
| Non-Sag Properties | Capable of being stacked up to 50mm vertically with absolutely no sag or movement. |
| Application Consistency | Applies smoothly without stringing, unlike traditional silicone sealants, ensuring a clean and professional finish. |
| Flexibility & Movement | Remains permanently flexible after curing, boasting an impressive 350% elongation to accommodate movement, vibration, expansion, and contraction. |
| Rapid Paintability | Can be overpainted in as little as 20 minutes, even with sophisticated two-part paint systems. |
| Wet & Underwater Application | Bonds effectively and can be applied to damp or wet surfaces and even fully submerged underwater. |
| Instant Sealing | Provides an immediate and effective seal upon application. |
| High Pressure Resistance | Withstands significant pressure, up to 3 bar uncured and an impressive 14 bar fully cured. |
| Broad Chemical Resistance | Highly resistant to the damaging effects of salt water, oil, diesel, waste, and chlorinated water. |
| Universal Material Compatibility | Bonds exceptionally well to a vast array of materials (detailed in the list below). |
| Polystyrene Safe | Will not melt or degrade polystyrene, ensuring compatibility with this common material. |
| Mirror Safe | Safe for use with backed mirrors without causing any damage to the reflective layer. |
| Exceptional Bond Strength | Delivers consistently strong and reliable bonds across a wide range of substrates. |
Table 2: Key Environmental and Safety Benefits of CT1
| Feature | Description |
| Sustainable Packaging | Packaged in PCR (Post-Consumer Recycled) tubes, which are also fully recyclable after use, minimizing environmental impact. |
| Low VOC Content | Contains no solvents, contributing to improved air quality and reducing health risks associated with volatile organic compounds. |
| Isocyanate & Epoxy Free | Formulated without isocyanates or epoxy, further enhancing user safety and reducing potential skin sensitization. |
| User-Friendly Application | Safe and easy to use in virtually any environment, including poorly ventilated spaces. |
| Safe for Sensitive Groups | Suitable for use by individuals with respiratory conditions like asthma and in sensitive environments such as hospitals and schools. |
| Food-Safe Certified | Holds food-safe certification, making it suitable for applications in kitchens and food preparation areas. |
| Compliant with Air Quality Standards | Has passed rigorous indoor area emission tests, ensuring it meets stringent standards for indoor air quality. |
Unleashing Versatility: What Can CT1 Do?
CT1's unique TRIBRID® formulation unlocks an unparalleled level of versatility, making it an indispensable tool for a vast spectrum of applications:
- Precision Gap Filling: Effectively seals gaps of varying sizes in walls, floors, ceilings, and around windows and doors, providing a durable and weather-tight finish.
- Reliable Remedial Repairs: Ideal for quick, efficient, and long-lasting fixes in a wide range of maintenance and repair tasks.
- Flexible Filler Application: Can be easily spread and used as a flexible filler to address minor surface imperfections before painting or finishing.
- Effective Leak Sealing: Provides an immediate and permanent seal for leaks in pipes, shower trays, gutters, and downpipes, even under significant pressure and in submerged conditions.
- Universal Material Bonding: Forms exceptionally strong and lasting bonds between a diverse array of materials, including:
- Metals (including lead)
- Glass
- Mirrors
- Wood
- Polystyrene
- Polycarbonate
- PVCs
- Felt
- Copper
- Marble
- Granite
- Metal on concrete
- Brickwork
- Fiberglass
- Ceramics
- uPVC
- Most plastics
From Bathrooms to Boats: Trusted Across Every Trade
CT1’s extraordinary versatility has made it the trusted choice for professionals in virtually every trade:
Plumbers: CT1 is indispensable for achieving leak-proof seals around sinks, showers, and baths, as well as for tackling emergency pipe and drainage repairs with confidence.
Builders: Whether sealing, bonding, filling gaps, or handling on-the-spot repairs, CT1 is a builder’s essential for creating robust, lasting results across a variety of construction projects.
Roofers: Ideal for patching up leaks, securing gutters, downpipes, rooflights, and vents, CT1 provides a tough, weatherproof seal that stands up to the elements.
Joiners: For joinery work that demands both strength and visual appeal, CT1 delivers flexible, seamless bonds on skirting boards, architraves, and timber fixtures.
Marine Experts: Designed to thrive in tough, saltwater environments, CT1 bonds and seals underwater, making it a reliable solution for boats, docks, and marine maintenance.
No matter the industry or challenge, CT1 streamlines the job by replacing multiple products with one powerful, all-in-one solution — trusted by tradespeople nationwide for delivering dependable, professional-grade results every time.
Master Every Condition: Wet, Underwater, and Emergency Repairs with CT1
CT1 redefines what’s possible in adhesive technology, delivering unmatched performance where other products fall short:
Superior Application on Wet Surfaces
Forget the lengthy drying times. CT1 adheres directly to damp and wet surfaces with ease, drastically cutting down prep work and allowing for quicker, more efficient repairs in any environment.
Unrivaled Underwater Bonding
Designed to tackle the toughest challenges, CT1 bonds powerfully to sensitive plastics and a wide range of materials even while fully submerged. This rare capability positions CT1 miles ahead of traditional adhesives and sealants.
Rapid Response for Emergency Leak Repairs
When time is critical, CT1 steps up. It can be applied straight onto active leaks — even under pressure — sealing instantly and securely to stop water flow fast.
With its ability to perform in extreme conditions where other sealants fail, CT1 is the go-to solution for emergency repairs, underwater bonding, and applications in permanently wet environments.
Eco-Friendly and Safe: CT1’s Commitment to Health and Sustainability
At CT1, safety and environmental care are built into every tube:
Formulated Without Harmful Chemicals
CT1’s innovative composition is completely free from solvents, isocyanates, and epoxy, creating a safer workspace for users and significantly lowering environmental impact.
Perfect for Sensitive Settings
With its ultra-low VOC content and non-toxic formulation, CT1 is ideal for use in sensitive environments like hospitals, schools, and homes, especially where individuals with asthma or respiratory concerns are present.
Certified for Food-Safe Applications
Officially certified as food-safe, CT1 can be used confidently in kitchens, food prep areas, and anywhere hygiene and safety are critical.
Proven to Maintain Indoor Air Quality
Rigorous emission testing confirms CT1 meets the highest indoor air quality standards, helping to ensure healthier living and working spaces.
Sustainably Packaged
Every CT1 tube is made from PCR (Post-Consumer Recycled) materials and is fully recyclable, supporting a greener future through responsible packaging choices.