a small home project-how to caulk-you can do it
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The Differences Are:Latex Silicone
Use on wood, walls & other dry surfaces
Dries fast (2 hours)
Can be painted
Can be used to patch small holes and gaps
Flexible but can shrink
Use on wet surfaces (around sinks, faucets, tubs)
Mold & mildew resistant
Won’t shrink or crack
Use on ceramic tile, glass, metal, plastic & wood
Not paintable
Next Be sure to follow package directions
Temperature and weather are important!
Clean area to be caulked
Remove dirt, grease and moisture
Remove old caulk
Bead Size The “bead” is the caulk that comes
out of the tube
The size of the bead depends on the amount of caulk you need to fill the gap or hole
You can control the size of the bead by where you cut the nozzle on the tube of caulk
Bead Size
•The size of the bead depends on where you cut the nozzle.
•The closer to the end the smaller the bead.
•The further from the end the larger the amount of caulk.
Loading the Caulk Gun
Push lever at end of gun and hold in place
At the same time pull metal bar back to allow room for caulk tube
You can now use nozzle (also called spout) cutter on the side of the caulk gun
Applying Caulk
Apply caulk to surface
Smooth using gloved finger
Try to avoid excess, use a small amount
Congratulations!
By caulking your own projects you can:
Avoid costly repairs
Not have to rely on others to help you
Be empowered because you can to it yourself!