Caulking Professionals – Toronto & GTA An Insider's Guide On Caulking | Page 14

Top 6 Mistakes Made During
Window Caulking
4. Ignoring old caulk
• All work needs to be done neatly and attentively. Do not forget
to remove old caulk before adding the new product. This is
critical to achieving satisfactory results. Over time, the caulk
ages and some moisture becomes trapped within the caulk. You
can use a putty knife or razor blade to remove old caulk. For the
stubborn, hard caulk you can use the caulk remover gel.
5. Prematurely exposing caulk to water
• Different caulk has different needs so you need to understand
and know the type of product you are using. Some caulk needs a
full day after application before being exposed to water while
other caulk require 3 days before contact with water.
6. Using the wrong applicator.
• To dispense the caulk you need a good caulk gun. There are
various caulk guns on the market, so it is important to avoid
buying a cheap or counterfeit product. Be keen and well-
informed when purchasing to avoid this petty mistake. Technique
is also essential. Remember that a caulk gun is always held at 45
degree angle when applying caulk.