2007-04-15 02:01:20 · 8 answers · asked by lynmug 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
I would think you need to remove it all and then re-do it all. I have to do this too in fact.
2007-04-15 02:03:18 · answer #1 · answered by life_review11 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm assuming you were wanting detailed advice. Scrape out all that old caulk and spray straight bleach everywhere to kill the mildew. Let everything dry good. Be sure to use caulk labeled for shower/tub use. Cut the tip off the caulk so the hole is the size of the bead of caulk for the seams you'll be covering. Have plenty of wet rags ready. Squeeze the caulk out in a continuous bead down each seam.You may want to practice this on a piece of cardboard or something 'til you get the hang of the caulk gun. It's not really hard. Then use a finger to smooth the caulk so it covers the seam evenly-this is where the rags come in! You can wear rubber gloves but still will need to wipe finger. Let this dry according to the instructions on the caulk(usually 24 hours) before using shower. With the prep time,letting everything get good and dry,you may want t o arrange to use a friend's shower if you don't have another because it could take like 2 days before you can have a shower! Good luck-it's really not hard.
2016-05-20 03:46:03 · answer #2 · answered by sheryl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Remove the old caulk with a razor blade or a 5-n-1 tool. Clean the area with a solvent, let dry and recaulk. Dont use the show for at least 6-8 hours until the caulk drys!
2007-04-15 04:06:19 · answer #3 · answered by chris j 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
First take all the old caulk off. Next, clean the area with paint thinner.
Get a good caulking gun, it is easier to use, also use a first class caulk. Go to a real hard ware store not a big box, they will sell you the best stuff, not what is on spiecal.
To smooth the caulk use an ice cube. Better than dirting your hands.
Good luck
2007-04-15 02:06:46 · answer #4 · answered by James S 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Jim and James both give good advice. I prefer a good quality silicon caulk labeled for kitchen and baths. It remains slightly flexible and doesn't get brittle and break away like the old types of caulk. Plus you don't have to worry about matching or contrasting the color.
2007-04-15 02:13:41 · answer #5 · answered by Patricia S 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
peel or scrape off the old caulking
Make sure the area is clean and dry
Lay down a bead of caulking in the seam where the old one was. (dont lay it down to thick)
Then wet your finger
and smooth the bead - press firmly - disguard the extra and clean the over run.
Allow the caulking to cure over night
You will have a nice smooth bead that is perfectly sealed.
2007-04-15 02:05:06 · answer #6 · answered by Jim Justice 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
remove all the old..clean area to re caulk....if its a fiberglass shower use a anti-mildew caulk...if a glass shower go to local glass shop or installer and get their best silicon clear caulk....trick is to use a little not to clean up alot!
lic. gen. contractor
2007-04-15 02:13:53 · answer #7 · answered by bigg_dogg44 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Remove the old with a putty knife, then put on the new caulking.
2007-04-15 02:04:12 · answer #8 · answered by shekittee 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋