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How to Caulk a Bathtub Like a Pro

A fresh bead of caulk around a bathtub looks deceptively simple when done right. That clean white line seems like it should..
Q: My landlord’s novice repair person caulked around the bathtub — twice. Both times, the caulk pulled away from the wall. Why? And what’s the right way to do it? A: New caulk doesn’t stick well to ...
Caulking is a skill that every DIY-er should have in their locker. But while it’s easy enough to do, caulk can stand out like ...
There’s nothing quite like a steamy shower to rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit after a good night’s sleep or a long, hard day. But when the caulk around your enclosure begins to crack and ...
Dear James: I try to keep the bathroom as clean as possible, but the caulk around the bathtub and shower stall is black. Can you tell me how to clean the caulk or how to replace it if that is ...
15:16, Sun, May 3, 2020 Updated: 15:16, Sun, May 3, 2020 DIY enthusiasts have used the coronavirus lockdown to undertake a number of tasks around their homes. If the sealant in your bathroom is ...
Mould, which thrives in damp environments, frequently invades the corners of showers and is particularly stubborn when it settles on silicone sealants. This white lining that seals off gaps around ...
Cleaning fans have shared how they were able to remove black stains from silicone sealants with no scrubbing and no real ...
Q: Our 1920 house has semi-textured lath-and-plaster walls. In one room we used a steamer to remove wallpaper but damaged the thin layer of drywall compound that had been applied to smooth out the ...
Mould can be a frustrating issue that affects various areas of the home, including grout, walls, washing machines, and even the silicone sealant around baths. Although silicone sealant is waterproof, ...
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Question: I try to keep the bathroom as clean as possible, but the caulk around the bathtub and shower stall is black. Can you tell me how to clean the caulk or how to replace it if that is necessary?