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Caulk Like a Pro

By Bob Formisano, About.com

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Apply Caulk


Once the joint is cleaned out and masked, you're ready to caulk.
  • Open the caulk tube by cutting the tip at a 45 degree angle and puncturing the inner seal with a long nail or wire. Many newer caulk guns have built in tip snippers and puncture wires.
  • Apply the caulk at a 45 degree angle between horizontal and perpendicular.
  • Make sure to squeeze hard enough to get the caulk fully into the joint.
  • Work at a speed that is slow and consistent. The smoother you make the joint to start with, the easier the job will be.

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