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is this new plumbing or to fix a leak?
I use this as well.I use la-co thread sealant.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004...ad+sealant&dpPl=1&dpID=31QzoM7IB6L&ref=plSrch
In cases where silicon has been used to seal the threaded joint, unscrewing said joint is easy peasy. The silicon itself is easy to remove from the fitting, before reapplication and installation.Why would you want to use silicone? The idea of using threaded is so it comes apart easily. If you apply silicone it certainly won't be easy to remove.
Teflon paste on PVC threads. Teflon tape will add bulk and allow you to over tighten the fitting and possibly crack it. Hand tight is all threaded PVC needs to be to give a good seal. Anythign over hand tight will more then likely crack or split the fitting.
Plumbers putty is whats used under the drains in sinks to seal the drain to the bowl. it is not meant to be used as a thread sealant.
I use silicone, because I think it is easier to work with and find it to work well. Pipe compound also works, as does teflon tape.Why would you use anything besides the product designed specifically for the job? Oatley great white pipe joint compound is made for the purpose and recommended by PVC manufacturers for threaded connections.