32 ~ Friday, July 29, 1988 ~ North Shore News

Don't forget bathtub caulking

THE ONE area inside a house
most commonly in need of caulk-
ing is around the bathtub or wash
basin.

Every time the tub or basin is
filled with water, it settles a little.
This causes a minor separation of
the tub or basin from the wall.
Splashed water can then work. be-
tween the tub or basin and the
wall, starting the process of rot.

To replace caulking, clean out
the old caulking with a screwdriver
or putty knife, being careful not to
scratch the tub, basin or surroun-
ding wall tile. Cut the tip of the
nozzle for a moderate-size bead (or
remove the cap, if so equipped)
and, when the area is completely
dry, push the sealant around the
edge in one continucus line.

Once the caulk is in place, you

can wet your finger to smooth out
the caulk.

It is very important that all areas
to be caulked be free of any soap
and grease deposits or dirt. If not,
the caulk won't properly adhere.

When caulking a tub, it’s a good
idea to fill it with water so the
caulk can penetrate the gap be-
tween the tub and wall.

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For bathroom projects, a small
handheld tube of tile caulking is
— usually sufficient.

Avoid later
repair bills

From poge 31
washer may ruin the seat,
necessitating expensive repair or
replacement.

3. Gutters and downspouts
should be checked before the
winter sets in, and all leaves and
debris should be removed. The fat-
ter can create an ice dam and cause
water to back up and leak into the
house.

Joints should also be checked
and sealed if they are leaking. The
downspout can be tested with a
fast-running hose to ensure there
are no blockages.

If your downspout empties near
the house, be sure the flow is away
from the foundation:

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