Transform that nasty tub!

• Posted on February 20, 2017
• by mikew
• in Fix It & Use It
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Okay, you’ve cleaned your tub and shower with the best cleaning solutions available. Yet the blackish, brownish bead around the perimeter persists. It looks dirty even after a thorough cleaning. You have to turn off the lights and use candles to relax when in the bathroom. So what are you to do?

It is time to replace the caulking around the tub and shower. Oftentimes new layers are simply applied over stained, existing layers. It looks good for a while but soon the organic growth expands and shows through. The best solution is to remove all the existing caulk and thoroughly clean the perimeter. Then you will use a caulking gun and a tube of silicone sealant specifically designed for bathroom or kitchen application. Folks at the hardware store should be help you to find the right stuff.

To remove the caulk you will need a putty knife, straight-edge razor, and gloves. Be careful that you do not scratch or damaged the tub/shower with these tools, especially if it is a fiberglass material. To add the new caulk you will need a tube of caulk, caulking gun, roll of paper towels, and gloves. Mildew-resistant caulk will last longer. Be sure not to overdo it – more is not better in the case of caulking. Check out Youtube to see the technique of adding an adequate bead of caulk and smoothing its application with your finger.

When finished your bathroom will feel cleaner than it has been in a long while!