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APPLYING CAULK |
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See Figure 11. | CAULK BEAD | |
n �Prepare the surface by removing any dust, dirt, or remnants | ||
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of old caulk. Make sure the area is clean and dry. |
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n Adjust caulk gun speed to application needs. |
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n Hold the gun at a slight angle. If filling a crack, insert the |
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spout into the crack, if possible; otherwise, run the caulk |
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gun along the surface. |
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n Squeeze the trigger on the caulk gun and move the caulk gun at an even pace along the surface.
NOTE: If the bead of caulk is too narrow,
nTo end the caulk bead, release the switch trigger.
n For a finished appearance and to help the caulk adhere to application surfaces, draw a moistened finger or other “smoothing tool” along the caulk bead after applying.
n Use a damp towel or rag to clean off any excess caulk.
Fig. 11
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