How to Fill a Gap with Latex Caulk
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Description: This guide will show you how to fill gaps and...
Steps:
- Clean all surfaces and remove any clutter.
- Use the latex paint remover spray for the areas that have remaining material along with the gaps. These areas also need to be replaced with new material.
- Use scissors to cut the head of the caulk tube at a 45 degree angle.
- This will help to better fill the gaps.
- Insert the seal punch into the tip of the latex tube to pierce a hole.
- Pull back the handle of the caulk gun.
- Place the caulk tube inside it.
- Twist the metal bar until it is completely inside the caulk tube and the curved handle is on top.
- Add the latex to the areas you see gaps.
- After finishing each side, slide your finger along the caulk to push the material inside the gaps.
- Use a wipe to immediately clean the excess from the filled areas.
- Use latex remover spray to remove any material stuck to your hand.