How Do You Caulk A Bath Tub?
If there is one trouble spot in every bathroom, it is the area where the wall and tub meet. There have been numerous products created to caulk this problem area, but the mildew will get you every time. Properly caulking a bathtub, particularly the area where it meets the wall, is crucial in the battle for a shiny white bead. In most cases where mildew has formed, the best course of action is to remove the old caulk and replace it with a nice, smooth and shiny bead of caulk. Remove the old caulk by cutting the bead where it meets the wall and the where it meets the bathtub. This is the hardest part of the process, so take you time and be sure to get all of the old caulk out. Use the razor blade scraper for the flat surfaces. With a good spray cleaner, clean the area thoroughly and dry with paper towels. Starting in one corner, apply a bead of caulk half way down the wall. Be certain to fill the gap completely. Wet your finger and run it along the top of the bead. Be careful not to apply
