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Interior Caulking Bi-Annual

How to Inspect Interior Caulking

Caulk eventually dries out, shrinks, and separates. Finding a failing caulk joint in your bathroom before water gets behind the wall saves thousands in rot repair.

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Why It Matters

Learn how to inspect caulk around sinks, tubs, showers, and other areas for cracks, gaps, mold, and signs that it needs replacement.

Before You Start

  • Focus on bathrooms, kitchens, sinks, tubs, showers, and other wet areas.
  • Have a flashlight available.
  • Do not simply apply new caulk over moldy or failing material.

Step-by-Step Guide

1

Inspect caulk around tubs, showers, sinks, counters, and backsplashes.

2

Look for cracking, shrinking, peeling, gaps, or discoloration.

3

Check whether water can reach the wall or countertop through gaps.

4

Remove failing caulk before replacing it.

5

Clean and dry the surface thoroughly.

6

Apply the appropriate bathroom/kitchen sealant.

7

Allow the sealant to cure according to the manufacturer's instructions.

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Common Mistake to Avoid

Rushing through the process or using the wrong tools. Always use appropriate gear and follow recommended guidelines.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are the most critical spots to check?

The joint where the bathtub meets the tile wall, the joint where the bathtub meets the floor, and the rim where the kitchen sink meets the countertop.

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