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Unusual Caulk Uses

TIPical Mary Ellen : Episode TIP-1310 -- More Projects »
TIPical Mary Ellen host Mary Ellen Pinkham shares tips for using caulk in unusual ways.
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Figure A

  • There are many varieties of caulk, including concrete and blacktop (figure A). Caulk also comes in a variety of colors.

  • Be sure to always wear rubber gloves when working with caulk.
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Figure B
  • Use construction caulk to tighten a loose chair leg (figure B). Wipe up any excess with a damp rag.

  • Apply a dollop of clear caulk to an uneven table or chair leg.

  • Use clear caulk to patch a hole in a screen. Just smooth on the hole.
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    Figure C
  • Use clear acrylic caulk to mend a rip in a shower curtain. Place wax paper against the rip on one side of the curtain, then apply a narrow line of caulk to the other side (figure C). Smooth with a damp finger.

  • Apply weatherproofing caulk to the knees of your gardening jeans. Smooth it on with a damp hand. This will keep your knees waterproof when kneeling in the garden.

  • Use peelable caulk around the gaps between your screens and window frames to keep out bugs. It is removable for when you need to take off the screen or paint.
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