Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Materials Facet
3. Materials (hierarchy name)
4. materials (substances)
5. [materials by function]
6. sealing compound

Narrower term/s

• oakum
• latex caulk
• lead wool

Anotations

Scope note:

A soft, waterproof filler and sealer, made of various materials, used in construction and repairs to seal joints or fill crevices where leakage or structural movement may occur. For the thick, paste-like mixture of powdered calcium carbonate and linseed oil, use "putty (sealing compound)."