Though caulk often lasts for years, it doesn't stick around forever. If yours has become discolored, has developed cracks, or has begun to separate, it's time for a new application. Before you can lay ...

Q: The caulk around our bathtub turns black in spots from mildew. How can the stains be removed? A: Here is a system that always works for me: Soak strips of toilet tissue in chlorine bleach and wad ...

Whether you are caulking a new joint or replacing worn-out caulking, the only difference will be in the prep. The Prep! It’s not all in the prep, but any good caulking project starts there. Begin all ...

Dear James: I try to keep the bathroom as clean as possible, but the caulk around the bathtub and shower stall is black. Can you tell me how to clean the caulk or how to replace it if that is ...

Q. I want to replace a lot of caulking around the outside of my house, especially around windows and doors where I suspect there are air and water leaks. Much of the old caulk is cracked, discolored ...

When working with silicone caulk, wear old clothes and work in a well-ventilated space. The fumes generated by the curing silicone caulk are very strong. If you get silicone caulk on clothing, it is ...