The Holy Grail of Caulking Tips!!!
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I don’t know man. Kinda like the big messy caulk line. It hides all my terrible carpentry 😂
Caulk and paint makes me the carpenter I ain’t.
Sometimes its exactly the benefit and it makes sense. When you lay tiles for example the angles are looking so much better with bigger lines. You get very good results when you spray soapy water over and then pull it with a ice cream stick.
Don’t forget caulk it then spray it with denatured alcohol then wipe it with a shop rag.
Who's your buddy? Caulk and putty!
Yeah I second that!
I've been a professional painter for 30 years.
My advice is cut the hole so the reamer barely fits, unless you're filling big cracks, then cut it bigger. Cut it at an angle, maybe 35 or 40°
Definitely agree on the wet rag, if I'm doing alot i keep a small bucket with a quarter gallon of water in it to clean the rag often.
I also wear tight fitting disposable rubber gloves. I dont like having caulk on my hands, it's hard to get off and I dont like the idea of chemicals soaking into my pores.
Oh yeah seal the unused portion of the tube by inserting a tight fitting nail or screw in the end.
I've had mixed success with using nails. One tip I found is to cut a finger off latex gloves, put it on the tip with a zip-tie, pull it back a bit and squeeze some caulk into it to form a perfect bulb cap that's later easily removable.
People who can't run a caulk gun piss me off... This guy pissed me off 🤣🤣🤣🤣
@@vinberube136 yeah, that's just retarded...
Or buy the tube with the screw on nozzle. When your done remove the nozzle and put a cap on it.
@@rickygreer1727 no it’s not retarded. I’ve done it similarly and it works
I cut a small angled tip, then take needlenose pliers, and squeeze the tip to make a thin narrow opening that fits nicely into the corner I'm applying the caulk into. Works great, and don't need the sanding blocks.
Thanks. Avg homeowner isn't going to have much experience w/micro shaving a caulking tube tip.
@@buzoff4642 , That's understandable. We've all been new at it, to where we cut so far back that the caulk comes out in a huge deluge that takes forever to clean out so it looks decent. Practice, with a few helpful tips, equals quality work that says "experienced work done here".
lol yea i use pliers too small cut makes a nice little bead
@@bumblbesss , It works pretty good, doesn't it......
@@davidgraham2673 O yea, hardly any waste throw a wet washcloth on my shoulder for any excess
I did it! (Even without a no drip gun - I have bought one for the next time). My husband was very impressed with my work and admitted that he could not have done as good a job! Thank you very much for your tips!
A kitchen a bathroom and a shower room fully renovated & caulked, rest of apartment painted and baseboards calked, took a year on my spare weekends. NOW CZcams decides to show me this video!
😂
I hear you! I just re caulked my entire house before I sold it and then I come across this video...the universe was torturing us.
I came back to say thank you. We just finished renovating our basement and bc of my husband's work schedule I decided I would caulk (also saved having to pay contractor). We work so hard to have this beautiful reno, I really wanted the caulking to be nice.
Well, I'm basically a professional caulker now. Even the contractor was impressed lol. I really had nothing to smooth out bc the caulking "line" was so precise. I honestly wanted to caulk everything I could find!
To anyone reading this, I'm just a regular mom with no experience. If you use these tips, I assure you, it will look great.
Thanks again!
Thanks for the message! I’m happy the tips were helpful😁
Sometimes, it takes a woman's caulk to get the job done when the husband's away.
@@m.jailam8861 definitely! Also, idk how ur man feels about ur caulk work but mine loves it when I suck at caulking
@@heartundead
I see what you did there you cunning linguist you.
How is it now after a season of temperature and moisture changes?
All great tips…I would recommend adding Dawn dish soap to a bucket of water to keep on hand to rinse your wet rag. It adds a degree of “slip” that keeps things moving quickly and your hands feel good and are easier to clean up when done. I laughed at the junk drawer footage. Keep in mind that homes do shift, some in small increments over time and within the first few years of being built, having a thin bead of caulk may look aesthetically pleasing but it may also mean you will be pulling out these tools again in the near future to recaulk gaps around baseboards or crown work. New construction homes come with warranties, homeowners may review what their builders/subcontractors guarantee on their work performed…especially on finishes such as these: trim and paint work. Thanks for the tips!
I KNEW IT!!! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!
My X all ways cut a lager hole than the last shown : “ordinary people size” and it was a mess you could never imagine!!! I told him that something was wrong! But noooooo “this is how craftsmen do” 🤯
Guess if he will get this video in his mail. YES HE WILL!!! 👏🏼👍🏼✌🏼
5:53 “Let’s not get carried away, most people cut here”
Me: Nervously stares at my Caulk tube cut in the middle
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Hahaha…me too! 😂😂
Lolol! So relatable.
I feel like it’s different depending on the application… outside I want a bigger bead. Indoors finishing sure that tiny one would work
Shameful moment for me too.
I always have a small bucket of water and a clean sponge to clean up the caulking. It leaves a clean finish and you don't go through rags or paper towels. The sponge method works great for caulking around tubs, toilets and sinks. The key is to let the sponge do the work, by pressing down too hard you can create an unsightly divot
try using a wet finger, constantly cleaning it in the bucket. it makes for clean, smooth, perfect lines.
Second on the sponge tip. I got to that method the hard way, after I got done grouting some tile it took me some brain power to apply the same logic to caulk. Even those one-off tubes you can buy at just about any wal-mart or Meijer in America can lay down a decent bead if you combine all these techniques.
Best thing I've ever used is a little soapy(preferably original blue dawn) warm water in a bowl. Mix the soap in the water well, dip your finger and swipe away🤷♂️
I just finished caulking the first of five windows that I just trimmed out. So glad I found these tips! Can’t wait to try them out.
I needed this years ago. I just repainted a bedroom and installed new baseboards. Using your tips, I caulked the gaps and it turned out beautifully. Borderline professional 😎 Thank you so much. 😀
Great video brother, with solid advice. There's another level though.. I got taught by an old timer and it's served me well for miles of caulking with minimal waste.
Put you free index finger right on the trailing end of the nozzle, fill and finger tip at the same time!. I can run a 8ft run of skirting and waste less than the size of a pea. It's quicker too.
Great work, subbed.
That’s actually a great idea. I’ve never thought of doing it all at once. Thanks
I do it this way also, it is fantastic.
i have done that for years, I also cut an angle anyway. don't have time to mark it, sand it poke hole in it.
Yours was the 15th caulking video I watched, and yours contained that one little gem of knowledge that i never knew before. This is why after 25 years of professional contract work, I STILL find great tips (no pun intended...okay, yes it was) to supplement my knowledge. Thanks!
@Jesus is coming. Read the Gospel. what the actual Jesus crucified fuck is this response?
@Jesus is coming. Read the Gospel. "its too bad that stupidity isn't painful" --Anton Lavey
@@poopsmcghee6442 jesus loves you
But what was the gem of knowledge?
Yeah, what was the gem of knowledge?
Couple more tips, 1. I wear Nitrile gloves to spread the caulk and then turn glove inside out to discard. 2. For storage I cut a finger off a glove to put on the tip of caulk and secure it with tape. I used electrical tape. Then I squeeze a little caulk into the glove finger to remove air out of the tip.
Dang! Terrific points. I've been caulking stuff forEVAR. (I've owned a few boats - everything needs caulking..). This is one of the most useful videos that I've ever seen. Who says an old 'dog' can't learn new tricks? -- TheCaptain
I'm professional painter and I can tell you some experience depena what caulking are using is depend on how much it's going to shrink up on you and how thick you need to put it on.
My in-laws bought a huge, beautiful home and every ceiling line, wall corner and baseboard top was caulked to absolute perfection. As a DIY (do-it-yukky) enthusiast I spent 15 years perplexed as to how that was done... until now. Thanks.
Love the pun!!
Caulking ceiling lines and wall corners is useless in a new home because the settling will just cause it to separate and need to be removed or redone. Unless you are talking about moldings in those spaces then that is different.
Did they become master caulker's?
This is genius! I used to hate caulking, but with this method, I have improved my skills tremendously and don't mind doing it at all now! I cased a bunch of windows and doors and hardly had to do any touch up. Thank you very much for the video!
Happy to hear the video helped!
Absolutely beautiful I had never considered cutting a fraction of the top and puncturing the orifice with a needle truly brilliant thank you for sharing, chailk on!
How did this film come my way? How did “they” know I have just moved to an old house which needs miles of caulking? This is a game changer for me - thanks.
Wow! I wish I would have watched this three days ago! But now I’m going to be awesome when I caulk! Thank you so much awesome Beard man.
I wish I watched this about 3 hours ago
I love this; however, my only concern is the imprecision of molding installations based off curvature of flooring/walls. The gaps increase/decrease as you move along them, and require different amounts of caulking for different areas. I have gotten a feel for it over the years, but my pet peeve is having to re-caulk an area that didn't get enough in the "crack" because the cut was too small or the pressure was insignificant on the caulking gun.
I have improving my calking skills for more than 3 decades. Thank you for the five minutes that have raised my game another 30.
This guys calm demeanor is legendary....
why am I watching this at 4:30 am when I’m not even going to go caulk anything.
deborah SO FUNNY...... ME TOO dang pandemic
Stoned?
You can hold the flashlight better after watching this. So thats good.
Me too 😂
Caulk on the brain!!!
Thanks for posting links for both Canada and the U.S. Your videos are our go-to for all the best home improvement tips/tricks and products (not to mention the relatable humorous elements)!
Thank u:)
Just used these tips to finish off some window trim in my house and my wife told me it looked professionally done (you might have different opinions xD). Thank you for the awesome tips!
Demonstrating what a bad caulk line looks like, and it still looks 10 times better than mine😕
Just redone my bathroom and that's exactly what I was thinking.
No matter what. Its always soul crushing
At least you did it yourself , and not payed someone. Learn on your mistakes
Practice makes perfect! For bathrooms I can get it perfect off the gun. But i apply soapy water on my finger and gently pull my finger over the join! Spot on all the time! If you are a newbie? You can put masking tape either side. Just make sure you leave a gap between the two tapes. Pump in the silicone, spray soapy water on finger, tool it off by pulling your finger gently across the silicone. Peel the tape off. Make sure you use 2 hands and pull away from silicone gently! I can guarantee you will get it perfect! Over 20 years of caulking in glass and Aluminum joinery trade. If i can do it anyone can! Practice squeezing the gun an pulling with the joint. Squeeze at a constant rate! A bit of practice doing it this way and eventually you will get it perfect with no masking tape! Cheers from Australia!🙂👍
@@dragan3290 Thanks for the encouragement sir. Maybe it doesn't have to be so soul curshing ;)
I'm a weekend DIY warrior that has been doing a lot of paint grade trim work the last few months. This is, without exaggeration, the most helpful video I have ever watched. Thank you!
Thanks a million Aaron, I’m glad this was helpful!
I agree. Been struggling with caulking for decades.
This is a great video~! Wish this was available when I was finishing my basement 15 years ago! I learned about half of these tips the hard way and my walls show the learning curve. I promise from this day forward to be much improved! I even showed it to my daughter as she starts her home improvement journey! Thank you.
OMG, I've been doing DIY projects for 50 years and never knew how to do this without trauma. You get a big hug for this video and that beard!
I cannot begin to tell you how much I appreciate these tips! I've always hated the caulking part of projects until now 👍🏻
Thanks a lot
This made me laugh soo much. The perfect wording and the fun “entendre” kept me laughing and want to watch until the end. Your chuckles when you realized was epic!
Thank you for the great tips and for keeping this “caulk talk” fun and enjoyable. 😉
Great tips! I like it that you don't treat people like they're 1st graders, yet you give a fully detailed run through. Great job. New subber here.
Thank you
love this guy. I watched this a year ago and this was life changing as a handyman that caulks quite a bit
Amazing, thank you. Halfway through running the first line along my bathroom window my jaw dropped at how good it looked, especially compared to the catastrophes of my previous applications.
That’s awesome Jay, glad it’s working out for you.
I’ll have to try these tips out sometime. I’ve always just cut a small tip and then instead of dragging the caulk gun away from the caulk line I usually will push it towards the uncaulked area so the tip smooths out a lot of it for me and pushes it into the crack better than just having it sit on top.
This is the best caulking tips video. I never knew how to squeeze caulk before, but now I'm a total pro.
Thanks. From my most hated and constantly avoided part of the job to something that was easy and I'm proud of.
5 out of 5 for the calking tips. Each tip is a gem. Well done Boss Man.👍🏻👍🏻
I’ve been in the game for 20 years and you just taught me a genius trick. Thank you kind sir! Thumb tacks and sanding for the win!
Thanks Dean:)
This is tthe BEST tutorial I've ever watched ,understood and been able to follow . Great video & audio . Your speech is clear and calm .
Thank you ! Instruction is Perfect !
Thanks Philis, I hope the tips will come in handy!
Being a newbie just used a masking tape to cover the wall before glueing. It has protected walls from all my mess.
Looks nice. In my experience, a microbead of caulk pulls away much faster in the winter for people in climates that change more. Less humidity in the house affects crown and base molding and shrinking external materials outside in extreme cold around windows. Florida and Arizona are always humid or dry but like Midwest, a thicker bead will hold up better around windows, doors, and moldings. Thicker bead then mask and paint for the perfect line.
I think you are on to it. A little more calk can give it better stretching and less pull away. I like everything he did except it is a bit too small.
@@jeffclark6202 are you saying his caulk is to small? So he should stop squeezing it in then? 😂🤣😂
Exactly. Idk if this guy actually works for a living but this was some silly advice. Only good tip was get a good gun. Everything else was either a bad idea or unnecessary
@@in2indies333 Agreed.
@@jaygold4467 Pros use caulking tools called tuck points rounded on the tip
You got a sub out of me just for the quality of that caulking. Showing the 3 different ways really opened my eyes as to how much better of a job I could be doing. Thank you sir
23 years painting & decorating & I prefer the tips cut square, the speed at which you apply caulking also determines the amount, but you still need enough to allow for shrinkage & movement.wipe over with a damp cloth also helps with a smooth surface.
I like using a wet sponge :)
Interesting video! There’s so many different applications for caulk. Sometimes putting on a lot it’s better than a little, but I find a damp sponge and a bucket of water to rinse it out with gives a very consistent line and look. You want apply it to a dry surface but cleaning up with a little water won’t hurt anything.
There is so many?
I’m 52 years old and hate caulking. I spent all my money on new flooring and installation, so I’m doing the baseboards and caulking myself and have been dreading it. Your tips have made the job enjoyable and me look like I know what I’m doing. Thanks!
The apartments I work on we have major gaps I don't think that would work for most of what I have to caulk, but I will use it with silicone when I do tubs. Thanks for the tiny tip 😊
Wow, what a great bunch of pointers!!!
this is going to improve my caulk jobs!!!
I’m getting ready to do a bunch of trim with my new caulk techniques!
1:50 I love my junk drawer. Something I'm learning is that not everyone even knows of the concept of a junk drawer. Not that this applies to everyone where I am now, but I grew up in northern Indiana and moved to Colorado about 5 years ago. I have told a couple of my friends to get a screw or a nail out of the junk drawer and they ask me what I am talking about. More than one friend has done this. I just thought everyone had a place where they put miscellaneous stuffs, but naw.
I'm not going to ruin my cabinetry with loose screws and nails. I have a plastic organizer in the garage for that stuff.
I'm not sure where the idea became popular to draw the caulking along a 90º angle instead of pushing the caulk into the edge, but if you'd like to see how futile it is to draw it, rather than push it in, try caulking two pieces of glass. You'll see that drawing the caulk (the way it is shown in this video and almost every other video I've seen) allows a small area of air to remain between the pieces and you'll be able to fairly easily pull the fresh caulking off the material. By doing the exact opposite of what is in this video (pushing the caulking into the material instead of drawing it along), the caulk is actually into the material instead of just laying on it. Huge difference in the longevity of the caulk on the material.
Yep yep I was taught you Push the caulk into the seam ,
That’s the point of the finger. And caulking is going to peel off of glass regardless, it’s glass.
Sounds like a good way to have caulk build up around the tip which just leaves a mess. Did you learn that in a book or a classroom or something? Because that ain’t how it’s done in the field. Never have I ever seen anyone pushing the gun. Absolutely never. Also nobody runs the gun at a 90. Lay it down between 60-45 (just like the guy in this video) and let the tip do the work. The whole point of cutting the tip on a 45 is so you can lay the gun down to 45.
Dude I learned so much and I thought I knew it all. I’m putting a thumb tack in my tool box.
I like the way you cut/didn't cut, the opening in the tube.
I just use the caulking that I've never used before. It's an acrylic color match caulk and the tube opening is already defined via a screw-in tip that comes with the caulking tube. It has a very tiny hole in it. I loved the way it worked.
Definitely going to give that a go.akes total sense, just like sanding the tip at an angle.
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Best wishes
Nice tips for caulking! Haven't paid much attention to caulking but when caulking gets messy, it gets messy big time. BTW ~ Great video!
I may be alone on this, but after a decade or so of being a painter I actually prefer the cheapo caulking guns with the release button. I have found with the "dripless" ones that at some point or another they always end up dripping, and if your accustomed to not worrying about it that will catch you off guard and make a mess. I think it may have something to do with the density of the particular caulk your using, but sometimes they just don't back up enough to relieve pressure entirely. Also when they do start dripping they require you to turn the rod in order to pull it back, which is a hassle when you need to do it after every squeeze. With the release lever ones you form a habbit of always manually releasing, and its very apparent if its going to drip or not. They also allow you to very easily pull the lever back a bit extra and avoid the dripping.
Yeah I've been using an albeon gun for years. Never liked the drip less guns and mine has a swivel where you don't have to roll the tube. You can roll barrel or handle
I agree. Plus the guns with the lever are usually INCREDIBLY more ergonomic.
Absolutely spot on 👍🏻
It's air pockets in the tube that make caulk run after releasing the lever. When you compress the caulk, the air pocket wants to expand, that's why sometimes the caulk will continue to come out. Dap caulk is notorious for this.
I agree completely. It's not a big deal to form the habit of pressing the release lever each time you end a caulk run.
This is a great tip but in my 30 years of painting I've never followed a carpenter that could leave a gap small enough where this tip would be viable
Hahaha, Stop painting apartment buildings:)
The funny carpenter ^ wow that was rich, what a come back. Is that passive aggression, or are you just a hater because he has been in business for 30 years and CZcams is the only reason you still get calls?
It would work if you followed me, my sister follows me to do the finishing and let me tell you, you don't want to piss her off.
My thoughts exactly! I actually worked one job where the trim carpenter said "don't worry, the painters will make my work look good. This was in a $3/4 million house back in 1984.
Chris Liability haha I still get calls from people I did work for 20 years ago. Thanks for checking out the channel:)
Not only are you good at these videos, you're a Funny Guy Too!.. so you're fun to watch, good job and thank you for sharing your great knowledge!
Oh.My.God!!! I have caulked countless lines of baseboard, countertops, baths, etc. Today I did new baseboards in a bedroom and closet, and I tried your micro-tip tip. I was stunned! Caulked the entire bedroom and closet in well under 10 minutes. Amazing! THANK YOU!!!!
Squueze the caulk into the crack, got it.
I've never had the caulk talk with my dad, you know.
Thank you.
Probably would have saved myself a lot of hassle and my boss a lot of my wages had I watched this last week before caulking my first whole house 😂 Definitely going to use these tips next week, thanks for sharing!
Great tips to add when needed and I could use these often. I do agree with the last comment it hides my carpentry gets sloppy . Thank you
Thank you so much. I learned a lot and did a nice job recaulking my tub due to your tips.
Very well done brother! I like your videos. I have been caulking for almost 20 years and employing all of the fundamentals but the Holy Grail of tips is a new one for me! I will definitely be doing this from here on out. To not fight the cleanup is a must.
Another tip I use is to carry around a small plastic putty knife to create the contours I sometimes need on trim. lay the knife almost flat and pull from the bottom and down from the top. This helps when the inside miters aren't quite exact. The results are amazing!
Excellent tip!
respect Ryan! you read and hearted all of the comments! And Awesome Video! I've been spray painting for years - and man! this is the best way of doing it 10000% !
Konstantin Udalov thanks a lot buddy:) I learn a tonne of stuff from the comments so it’s a win win.
What a difference. I usually apply it the way you did the second sample. Thanks
Been a carpenter for a long time and you changed me forever today lol. Thanks!!!
Obviously use a thin wire to puncture the inside film when new.
Also, wrap the tip from middle, spiraling up, with duct tape when finished, fill it with a good squeeze of caulking, and fold it over and tape down for storage. Works great.
Yeah, he didn't mention this at all in the video, I ended up ruining my caulking gun and wasted an entire tube of caulk trying to figure out when my bead was going to form only to realize all of the caulk got squeezed out of the back of the tube...
"You are ready to go from good to a bad mooooother..."
You are not only handy but hilarious 😂
You video was indeed about the holy grail of caulking. I've done my fair share of handy work and this video has changed my diy life!!!!
I subscribe to your channel and now going to bing watch your videos 😊👍🏾❤️🇨🇦
:) Thanks a lot- Best wishes on your future caulking!
Bigger the crack bigger the hole . Paint does a great job on fine line and caulking not needed.
This is so much better than how I was taught. Thank you!
I love this tutorial. Wish all my trades people (windows, plumbing, painting, carpentry) I've hired at my residence had followed this advice. They tend to be caulk monsters. Like, I as a layperson with less skill can do a tidier job
Dude thank you. Im a tile setter who occasionally has to do some caulking/silicone. This helps big time!
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The orientation line is a great idea, especially since I don't see as well as I used to. I will try the v groove/sand today. I can add one thing (change) to your list; a damp sponge, like for tile work, is better than a rag. You can rinse it out easily. Plus you can use it while it is just laying on the floor or where ever, freeing up a hand. I find it better at cleaning my fingertips than a rag for this reason.
Good tip Carl! I will definitely try this.
Good sense of humour. Loved the video. Thank you for sharing!
You earned my sub. Thanks for the amazing tips. It definitely improved my caulking game!
I don't even need to caulk but I found your video so relaxing. You're like the new Bob Ross of carpentry ⛰️🛠️
Lol this is true:)
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I'm doing some, caulking around my house this week I'll see if I can send, a vid :-)
How do you puncture the tube with a hole that small?
I do the same but not angle tip. Cut straight across
When squeezing caulk, pay extra special attention to the tip. Got it
THANKYOU!! I will definitely apply your teachings here to my next silicone job.
The comedy thrown in was great! Very few CZcams contractors are truly funny
Thank you for invaluable tips. wish I had seen this yesterday. Half the caulk ended up on my finger. If I run my finger over the caulk I just laid, I lick my finger and it seems to run more smoothly. Sometimes run two strips of blue tape on either side of the joint to be caulked, but with this better technique maybe that won't be necessary. Didn't know about dripless caulk guns. Ordering one now.
Ah the good ol finger lick... Read the fucking casing bro it causes sterilization but lick away 🤣🤣🤣
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Great video! Although, It would help if you had a diagram of what your "v groove" looks like. I'm still a little foggy on the whole concept. Thanks for all the tips!
Now that was funny because it has happened to me a dozen times.... I always seem to jab myself with those random thumb tacks!
What about some blue painters tape and a glove and just tool it and pull the tape? I’ve done that for 15 years in my job on the interior and exterior with good results.
@@jackrock3974 Legitimate question here. So you put blue tape all over a 3,500 sq ft house that has a crazy amount of walls?
Please! Need a better description of the v-groove and how to make it.
I've been in the painting business for more than 50 years, doing fine quality work. Most of my work has been repainting but I've done plenty of new work too. I agree that you don't want to put down any more caulking than is necessary and the smallest size hole is best but I've never needed a pin hole. I'm ALWAYS faced with varying size cracks and for interior work I usually cut the hole larger than that needed for a coat hanger wire to fit in it. If I don't use the caulking for a few days it sometimes hardens at the tip and I use a coat hanger wire to unstop it.
If the rare occasion occurs that I need a very thin bead like the video shows I can make it by raising the angle of the caulking more toward 90 degrees and press the flexible tube into the crack. There is hardly anything to wipe off. In general, if I were to use a pin hole, it would take me 10 or 20 times longer to caulk a room. It's not practical.
Caulking the exterior of old homes sometimes means large cracks after removing some of the old caulking. For that I sometimes have to cut a hole that two or three pieces of coat hanger wire could fit into.
With only a fifth of your experience, a problem I’ve run into with micro beads on interiors is that you’ll have lots of separation and cracks. Whereas the largest bead you can cleanly get, say on the top of a baseboard, the more that seam between substrates can stretch.
@@VirtuAI_Mind Yea, on new construction sometimes after the house settles cracks will appear, especially if you can't get caulking into a crack to help glue the sheetrock and wood together. I always try to pump caulking into the crack instead of just caulk over it. Unfortunately large beads of caulking eliminates the 90 degree angle between wood and wall and makes it harder and time consuming to paint a straight line. I've seen large beads of caulking done by previous painters on crown mold that I've had to remove and it would pull off in long strands because they didn't pump it into the crack and because the carpenters didn't properly nail it and because it was non-flexible cheap caulking.
Most caulk now is adhesive, you want to apply some pressure in the joint while caulking,.not just laying it on top, but get some into the gap. Painting, caulking, glazing for over 40 years. A good joke about the carpenters on a job is that we tell them we had to use our caulking trowels on this job! They hate that!! Also in New construction trim is usually installed without ac, or heat. So sometimes after caulking, then the AC is cut on it will pull the moisture out of the wood causing some cracking.
Small tips only allow the caulk to sit on top of the crack (usuallythe crack returns after it cures), larger flat tip forces the caulk into the crack.
@@godawgs689 When faced with a very small crack I press the caulking gun forward to prevent the caulking from escaping around the edges as I caulk. This forces the caulk into the tiny crack without any mess.
i watched a lot videos about caulking,and your tips are most efficient.thank u for that,its really easier to caulk like that 😉
I just leveled up my caulking game by watching this. You are a master!
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Will definitely use he micro tip and v for any fine caulking in future but for sealing/holding a bathtub slate I’ll have to keep with the big gaping hole if I’m using something like EBT but as always appreciate 5e effort that goes in and you through me with the name change that you hadn’t posted in a while.
Thanks Matt, yes the bigger hole definitely has its place! I usually keep a few tubes with various sizes for different circumstances.
I can't remember a single time I caulked a joint that was perfectly uniform and sized for a pinhole at the widest point. This would be good for doll houses. The real world has expansion and contraction, and settling to worry about. A micro caulk bead will seperate from one of the surfaces over time.
Pretty much what I was thinking, I can't think of a job that needs such a little amount.
Makes me wonder if hes ever done serious caulking. Like brand new houses that will be settling for the next five years you at least want 80 percebt of ur cracks to stay filled after a year or so.
Maybe if your making a door
Wow! the orientation line is a life savior. Thanks bro!
I’ve been in quarantine too long. Why did I watch this?
lol i hear you! Thanks for checking out the channel.
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masterful jokes regarding caulking and cracks;)
Because it’s educational! 😜
Now ya know how to do it the right way.
This is hands-down the best caulking video on CZcams! So easy to follow and works like a charm. BTW: No thumbtacks in my house - but a straightpin from my sewing box/kit works great! I imagine a sewing needle would too. So if you have a sewing kit around....
Thanks Susan! I’m glad the tips worked for you. Nice idea with the straightpin😁
But how do you puncture the foil? If I jam a coat hanger down there it’s not going to be such a small hole afterwards 🧐
Thank you for getting right to the point on everything. I'm trying to learn all this to save money to do it myself on CZcams university😅😅 . Your tips and advice are very valuable.
Wow cool, such simple tips that make a big difference. Thank you!!
These are great caulking tips for interior painted carpentry, but I wouldn't use that small of a bead on any surface being sealed for water penetration. With caulk being used to seal against water infiltration the joint should be around 2 times the depth of the caulk. This helps the caulk be strong enough to not crack in the middle of the joint as the joint flexes due to temperature and movement, but not so stiff that it tears the bond with material.
Excellent points!
In fact, I'm really not sure if these minimal caulking lines will last. Over time things move, and the less caulking material there is the less it can stretch to accomodate movement.
My thoughts especially here in south Florida, I use a good amount and make sure there is enough to flex, I understand the end result needs to look as good on the outside but I shove the calking into the gap then wipe clean.
I literally was thinking the whole time “this is just way extra” but the demo at the end sold me hahah
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This may be the best video on the internet right now. I learned and laughed. You've got my subscription now, as a new home owner.
thanks for showing the micro tip and sanding blocks. Old School is the best way!
Homeboy is the Bob Ross of home repair. Right on bro
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This is amazing! My dripless gun is on its way lol. I have a family room, kitchen, dining room and entry way to caulk baseboards in. I'm actually looking forward to it now lol. Thanks for your tips!!
Best wishes on the upcoming caulking job!
You're best friend is going to be the damp sponge or rag.
Boom went my mind. I also have a container of water to dip my finger in. That really helps too. VERY GOOD INFO 👍🏽
How about using some tape to keep the tube from spinning around in the gun? I know sometimes you want to change the orientation of the tip, but if your doing a lot of baseboards, it should be very minimal. Good tips and I like the sanding blocks!