• BUILDING PROJECTS
  • DIY FURNITURE PROJECTS
  • MAKEOVER
  • FINISHING TECHNIQUE
  • STYLE
  • SEASONAL
    • Email
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • LinkedIn
    • Pinterest

Repurpose Life

Helping You Overcome Your Fear of Power Tools

  • HOME
  • BLOG
  • ABOUT ME
    • MY FAMILY
  • HOME TOUR
  • CONTACT ME
You are here: Home / finishing technique / How to Tackle Caulking Like a Pro

finishing technique

How to Tackle Caulking Like a Pro

Caulking is not rocket science. However, I wish I would have looked a little deeper into it before tackling my first building project a few years ago. My thought was, how hard can this be? Well, not hard, but you CAN avoid the mistake I did. After applying the caulk, I was unaware that you need to then smooth it out. Resulting in this look on my wooden stairs…

How to tackle caulking like a pro

Not pretty. 🙁

The primary purpose for caulk is to keep water and moisture out of cracks and seams. But it is also used for aesthetic purposes. I recently updated my corner cabinet and used a lot of caulk to finish this project…

Update your built-in cabinets with little time and money

Here are some key supplies needed when caulking:

How to tackle caulking like a pro

  • A quality gun with a hook (allows you to hang it from tool belt or ladder) and SMOOTH trigger-NOT a ratcheting trigger
  • Quality caulk
  • A gun stopper
  • Bowl of water
  • Wet cloth

Step-By-Step Guide on How to Caulk:

  • Start with a clean surface. Rid the area of all dust, old paint, etc.
  • Cut the tube at an angle; small opening is better.
  • To apply: pull the trigger gently, while sliding the gun towards you, along the gap you’re filling. Keep the tip moving along the surface and the trigger gently pulled…

How to tackle caulking like a pro

  • After you have applied a fresh bead of caulk, wet your finger and starting in the corner, run your finger along the edge–smoothing out the caulk…

How to tackle caulking like a pro

  • Clean off your hands with the damp rag before applying the next bead.
  • When finished, cap off your left over caulk tube with a caulk tube cap…

How to tackle caulking like a pro

Pretty simple. 🙂

Until next time,

Happy building (and caulking)!!

For more tips on building projects, behind the scenes of the blog, and glimpses of our story, be sure to subscribe below to my monthly newsletter.

 

Sign up for the RL Newsletter

Rh %281%29

Never miss a RepurposeLife post and valuable emails containing: DIY Projects, Full Tutorials and Interior Design Tips.

Awesome! Now check your email to confirm your subscription.

There was an error submitting your subscription. Please try again.

Powered by ConvertKit

Share this:
Facebookgoogle_pluspinterest


Leave a Comment

« How to Make Your Own Sliding Barn Door
Who Else Is Ready For Fall? »

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Hi! I’m Nicole

nicole

Through the changes of life and home, God remains the same. I am a mom, wife, blogger, builder, home designer, D.I.Y.er and inspirer.

Search

Come Join the Fun....

pinterestinstagram

Most Popular Posts

11 Modern Farmhouse Table Design Ideas that are Timeless

posted in Style

Easy How to Build a Bench Seat with Cubbies

posted in building project

How to Make a Farmhouse Pallet Coffee Table

posted in building project

How to Build a Functional Organization Board

posted in building project

modern farmhouse farm table

How to Build DIY Industrial Hardware for Furniture

posted in DIY Furniture Projects

You might also like

Easy How to Build a Bench Seat with Cubbies

How to Make a Farmhouse Pallet Coffee Table

How to Build a Functional Organization Board

stockings and new pillows

How to Make a Super Easy, Farmhouse Picture Frame

family room with farmhouse decor

An Easy How To Install Craftsman Trim Tutorial

Copyright © 2019 · Divine theme by Restored 316

SIGN UP FOR THE REPURPOSELIFE NEWSLETTER
______________________
Never miss a RepuposeLife post and valuable emails containing: DIY Projects, Full Tutorials, and Interior Design Tips.
YOUR NAME:
YOUR EMAIL: