What’s the best way to remove old silicone sealant from around a bathtub?
I’ve started renovating my bathroom and I’m struggling to remove the old silicone sealant from around the edge of the tub. I’ve tried pulling it off with pliers,…
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Best Polyurethane Caulks for Sealing Garage Walls?
I have a leaking garage wall that's coming from an uneven concrete pad next door, and I can't relevel or remove it. I'm considering using Vulkem 116, Loctite…
Is My Shower Properly Waterproofed or Just Relying on Caulk?
I recently renovated my shower with a trusted contractor and plumber, but after the work was done, my downstairs neighbor noticed water in their light fixture, which raised…
Toilet Won't Stay in Place After Recaulking - What Should I Do?
Hey everyone! I just recaulked my bathroom and included the toilet, but now it's not staying in place like it used to. It was completely stable before I…
Struggling with Shower Caulking: Need Help!
I've been battling with my shower caulking for what feels like forever! I've attempted to redo it three times already, and every time it ends up looking awful.…
Need Advice on Fixing Leaky Shower Caulking
I just bought a new home, and I've run into a problem with the shower. The caulking job in the walk-in shower is terrible and has started leaking.…
Should I Caulk My Quarter Round or Remove It?
I just moved into a new home and noticed that it has quarter round installed along the baseboards. I'm curious if I should caulk it to the floor…
Should I Add Flashing Tape to My Newly Installed Windows?
I just got brand new windows installed in my ranch house, replacing some that were 35 years old. I've realized that I forgot to put flashing tape over…
How Can I Fill Gaps Between Molding and Hardwood Floors?
Hey everyone! I'm a new homeowner and I've noticed that as our house settled, the floors shifted a bit. Now there are some noticeable gaps at the bottom…
Is Caulking Gaps in Natural Wood Baseboards a Good Idea?
I recently bought an older house with stunning oak baseboards, but there are quite a few gaps that I can't seem to fix by just re-nailing the boards.…
When Can I Safely Remove Masking Tape After Caulking My Shower?
I'm currently re-caulking my shower base, which is about 20 square feet, and I've taped off the perimeter. I'm puzzled about when I should remove the tape. I've…
How to Fix a Crack in My Chimney Bricks?
I've got a crack in my chimney that seems to be just in the brick itself. I'm wondering if it's okay to fill it with a caulk that's…
Best Ways to Seal Caulking Tubes After Use?
I've been experimenting with various methods to seal the ends of my caulking tubes after using them. I've tried tapes, nails, and even those special plastic inserts, but…
How's My Window Caulking Job? Does It Look Okay?
I just had new windows installed in my brick home. While the windows look great overall, I have some concerns about the caulking job. I'm not really familiar…
How Can I Fix My Baseboard That Doesn't Sit Flush Against the Wall?
I've got a baseboard issue where it isn't making a perfect 90-degree angle with the wall. It looks like the coping is a bit off, and although I…
How Can I Properly Seal My Door Sill to Prevent Water Leaks?
I'm looking for advice on how to fix a water leak at my neighbor's back entry door. Whenever it rains, water seeps in from underneath the door, and…
Why Are There Particles in My Paint After Using Caulk?
I recently tackled my first crown molding project in our bathroom as part of a renovation. My wife is pregnant, and we wanted to refresh the space with…
Should You Caulk the Seams on Hardie Board?
I'm currently having Hardie Board installed on my house, and the crew has done a good job caulking around the trim. However, I noticed they didn't caulk the…
My Bathtub Pulls Away from the Tile When Full—What Should I Do?
I'm facing an issue where my bathtub pulls away from the tile above it whenever it's full of water, causing a gap in the caulk. I attempted to…
Is it Okay for a Contractor to Screw Through My Window Frame?
I recently had new windows installed, and I noticed that the contractor screwed directly through the exterior drip edge of the window frame to secure it to the…