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Caulking Your Way to a Flawless Finish

Caulk Checklist by author Meghan Carter

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What You Need to Caulk
  • The Right Caulk for your Situation
  • Caulk Gun for Non-squeezable Caulk Tubes
  • Bucket
  • Clean Sponge
  • Mild Soap
  • Paper Towel or Clean, Regular Towel
  • Razor Knife
  • Measuring Tape

Step for How to Caulk
  • Remove all old caulk with a razor knife.
  • Clean the area you plan to caulk with mild soap and water.
  • Wipe the area dry.
  • Fill a bucket with clean water and a sponge.
  • Measure the size of the gap you plan to caulk.
  • Cut the tip of the caulk tube at a 45 degree angle. The size of the hole you cut should be slightly smaller than the gap you plan to caulk.
  • Squeeze the caulk gun or tube applying even pressure as you move the tip of the caulk tube along the gap.
  • Stop after caulking two feet.
  • Dip your finger in the clean water.
  • Run your finger along the caulk line smoothing it out.
  • Wring the sponge out.
  • Wipe the sponge across the caulk line removing all excess caulk.
  • Repeat that process until you have caulked the entire gap.
  • Allow the caulk to dry for the time suggested on the label. 



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