How Do You Remove Silicone From A Bathtub?
Whether the silicone caulk in your bathtub is old or new, sloppy or well-done, removing it can be tedious. It’s often necessary, though, especially if it’s cracked or becoming mildewed. To replace the silicone caulk, it’s essential to remove all traces of the silicone, so that you can get a smooth bead and a good seal with the new silicone. You need a few household tools and a lot of patience to remove the silicone from a bathtub. Step 1 Cut away the seal between the silicone and the bathtub using a box cutter or razor blade. Cut along the bottom and along the top, loosening the silicone. Step 2 Cut through the silicone near one end of the tub. Step 3 Pry the edge of the silicone that you just cut through up and away from the tub, using a putty knife. Step 4 Pull the silicone caulking away from the tub by gripping it firmly in your hand and gently pulling. Use the razor blade or putty knife to loosen the silicone as you go. Very likely, only part of the silicone will come up as you pul
