Kolter Homeowner Guide

3. Apply caulk. Hold the caulk tube at a 45-degree angle to the surface. Push the tube along the crack to fill it with caulk. Pushing the tube, rather than pulling it, fills the gap without trapping air bubbles.

5. Smooth the caulk by running a finger along the joint.

HOME TIP: Caulk often is applied with a caulking gun. Follow instructions on the gun when loading the tube.

4. Break the caulk bead by twisting the caulk tube and pulling it back.

HOME TIP: Apply caulk when the air temperature is between 50 degrees and 70 degrees.

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