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Smooth caulk joints StarMan 11-13-2007
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Posted by StarMan on November 13, 2007, 11:33 pm
Looking online, I see many tips about using TAPE to create nice edges when
needed, when you smooth the joint.

Are there any techniques for making an accurate line without tape? As I
recall, I've seen pros not using tape and the joints looked great. However
this was long ago and I don't recall exactly how they smoothed it out.

Is tape the ONLY way to get a smooth edge without years of practice? ;-)



Posted by spammer on November 14, 2007, 12:12 am
> Looking online, I see many tips about using TAPE to create nice edges when
> needed, when you smooth the joint.
>
> Are there any techniques for making an accurate line without tape? As I
> recall, I've seen pros not using tape and the joints looked great. However
> this was long ago and I don't recall exactly how they smoothed it out.
>
> Is tape the ONLY way to get a smooth edge without years of practice? ;-)


Yes, use the tape. I've caulked for a long time and still find taping
the best way to do it. An advantage here is with the tape, you can
really press the caulk into the joint and make a great seal.
I think those guys on TV use trick caulk for the cameras (just
kidding, I'm just jealous).


Posted by DerbyDad03 on November 14, 2007, 12:15 am
> Looking online, I see many tips about using TAPE to create nice edges when
> needed, when you smooth the joint.
>
> Are there any techniques for making an accurate line without tape? As I
> recall, I've seen pros not using tape and the joints looked great. However
> this was long ago and I don't recall exactly how they smoothed it out.
>
> Is tape the ONLY way to get a smooth edge without years of practice? ;-)

Narrow beads and a finger dipped in a bowl of water has always worked
for me.


Posted by spammer on November 14, 2007, 12:26 am
> >
> Narrow beads and a finger dipped in a bowl of water has always worked
> for me.

Good advice for latex caulks, using the "finger dipped in the bowl of
water".

For silicone caulk, use for your finger dipping, mineral oil.


Posted by Big_Jake on November 14, 2007, 1:03 am
>
>
>
> > Narrow beads and a finger dipped in a bowl of water has always worked
> > for me.
>
> Good advice for latex caulks, using the "finger dipped in the bowl of
> water".
>
> For silicone caulk, use for your finger dipping, mineral oil.

I like to add a little dish soap to the water for latex.

JK


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