4 Secrets to Perfect Caulk

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4 Secrets to Perfect Caulk

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This secret is what screws up more people than anything else. Know which way is most conducive to the size and shape of the joint your are filling.

Cut the Nozzle Properly

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Caulk guns have come a long way in the last decade. If you are buying a cheapo caulk gun you will get a cheapo caulk job.

use a dripless caulk gun

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Remember that angle you cut on the nozzle? Line it up with the joint to pull the perfect line of caulk.

Caulk at the correct angle

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If you are caulking a large joint (over 1/4” wide) then you’ll likely need to use something called backer rod.

use backer rod

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