sealant removal

Need to put a section of lead flashing back into the brickwork. The chase in the mortar has been filled with some flexible material that feels to me (a novice) like silicone but I am not sure what it is... For what it's worth, it shrunk a bit so probably not a leading MS polymer brand. I got...

Hi All, So am replacing a pedestal sink and boy, did the installer of the old one like sealant! I’ve cut around and tried to dig out as much as I can but would it be wise to put sealant remover down the back for any that a Stanley can’t reach? I’ve checked and no missing bolts don’t worry...