How Do You Replace Tub Surround Caulk?
Caulk is one of the unsung heroes of construction. Every joint between two pieces of wood on a finished home should be caulked to prevent water damage. One of the most important places to have a good bead of caulk is around your bathtub. This thin bead of silicone will prevent water from invading and destroying the wood beneath your tub, the wood that keeps your tub in the bathroom. Regular replacement of the caulk around your tub will help to ensure long life for your bathroom, and, the safety of yourself and your family. Remove old caulk from around the tub. Use your razor knife to cut away the old caulk. Mix your bleach and water. Use your toothbrush, bleach water, and a rag to clean the area. Cut the tube on a tube of caulk with your razor knife. Cut it at a 45 degree angle following the line marked 1/4 inch. Puncture the diaphragm inside of the tube with the prong on your caulk gun. Insert the back of the tube into the caulk gun and drop the front into the slot on the front of the
