How Do You Caulk A Tub Surround?
When that bright fresh caulking in your bathtub begins to look stained, cracked and worn, it’s time to recaulk. Performing this typical maintenance task can help to minimize leaks and avoid the subsequent rotting of underlayment and wood framing. Caulking your bathtub is a fairly simple and inexpensive project, but it does take the investment of time. Remove any old caulking that may be in place around the tub perimeter, soap dishes, and floor. Do this by carefully cutting the caulking out with a utility knife. If needed, use a putty knife to help scrape off the old caulking from the tub or surround. Clean the areas where caulk was removed with bathtub cleaner and let dry overnight. Fill the tub with water. Do this to expand the gaps to their widest point and minimize possible cracking in the future. Do not let the water splash on areas where caulk will be applied. If it does, dry the area thoroughly. Load the tube of caulk into a caulk gun (if you are using one). Cut off the end of th
