When stripping the old caulk off the the tiles in a shower,what is the best cleaner/way to prep the tiles in the shower before re-caulking so as to get a good bond.
2006-11-16 11:52:05 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Use silicone caulk.
Coach
2006-11-16 11:59:18 · answer #1 · answered by Thanks for the Yahoo Jacket 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
One of the best cleaners on the market is TSP. You can purchase it at any hardware store. Remove the old caulk, clean the area with a good stiff brush and TSP. Let the area dry completely for several hours and then apply new caulking. Choose a high quality butyl or silicone caulk that has mildew resistant chemicals added. In addition, the caulk should be formulated for bathroom applications. The secret to a good caulk job is a clean foundation that is completely dry.
2006-11-16 20:19:58 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well here`s my compilation. I like the razor knife idea. Remove everything that you can, any old sealant left may cause a leak. Have my doubts a stiff brush will remove any of the sealant but will aid in removal of film and water residue. Chemicals? Never used TSP, Denatured alcohol works well, don`t know if I`d use mineral spirits,might leave a residue. The primary objective is to be clean as possible. Caulk? silicone. Don`t use butyl. It won`t cure correctly for this application.
2006-11-17 04:58:31 · answer #3 · answered by william v 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think any real special cleaning is necessary. Caulk is a good sealant, that if you have a couple of spots with a tiny bit of old caulk, it won't matter much. Now, if you tons of dried caulk still left behind, you may want to scrape it with a painter's razor blade, but otherwise, I'd make sure I clenaed up any residue after I re-caulked
2006-11-16 19:55:53 · answer #4 · answered by stretch 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Remove all caulking thoroughly, then bleach , clean and make sure surface is dry, before you recaulk.
Good luck!!!!!!!!
2006-11-16 19:57:29 · answer #5 · answered by jon t 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
MINERAL SPIRITS it cleans everything and it can be used to clean up wet caulk mess and its cheep.
2006-11-16 22:26:46 · answer #6 · answered by Roberto 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
clean & scrape thoroughly, wipe down with TSP, then rinse and dry with cloth and let dry over nite.
best bond
2006-11-16 20:26:20 · answer #7 · answered by ticketoride04 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't use silicone.
Use the appropriate sealant non-silicone.
Clean and dry.
2006-11-16 20:08:04 · answer #8 · answered by Mr. KnowItAll 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋