There’s nothing quite like a steamy shower to rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit after a good night’s sleep or a long, hard day. But when the caulk around your enclosure begins to crack and ...
person uses caulk and a caulking gun to seal their bathroom sink - Polka Dot Images/Getty Images There are three tasks that every homeowner knows they'll need to tackle — deciding when to replace the ...
Fiberglass, tile, marble, granite and solid surface materials are among the most popular finishes for the walls that surround a tub or shower. Although taste and budget usually dictate the choice of ...
Mold loves moisture, and no place in the house has more of it than the inside of the shower. Given the chance, mold will grow in tile grout, on tiles, around the drain and on the caulking. Mold growth ...
Caulking a tub or shower not only improves the look of a bathroom, but it also deters mold buildup and extends the life of the bathroom by preventing water damage behind a tub surround or tile.
Whether you are caulking a new joint or replacing worn-out caulking, the only difference will be in the prep. The Prep! It’s not all in the prep, but any good caulking project starts there. Begin all ...
Due to high humidity levels, mold can sneakily build up in bathroom corners and crevices. Porous surfaces in the shower, such as grout and caulking, are especially vulnerable to mold and mildew growth ...
Q: My landlord’s novice repair person caulked around the bathtub — twice. Both times, the caulk pulled away from the wall. Why? And what’s the right way to do it? A: New caulk doesn’t stick well to ...
Dear James: As hard as I try to keep it clean, there continues to be some dark mildew on the bathroom caulk. Should I just remove the old caulk and redo it? — Nick H. Dear Nick: You can continue to ...
Using a traditional, manual caulk gun can be a little bit of a pain. They can be difficult to control when applying a consistent rate, as it relies on your own ability to apply regular pressure. They ...