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Simple Tools for Caulking & Sealing Small Gaps

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Basic tools and supplies for sealing small gaps, cracks, and seams around the house.
 
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You won’t want to skimp on a crappy one get one that’s heavy duty and drip free.
Caulk Gun
 
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The ol standby. Easy clean up. This is the industry standard! Interior/exterior
DAP Alex Fast Dry 10.1 White Acrylic Latex Plus Silicone Caulk
 
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Cuts old caulk out and offers 3 sizes of caulk smoothing…plus a plastic scraper
3-in-1 Caulk Tool
 
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Wherever I go, I find them in constant need of a knife. Without breaking the bank, this is a good budget, friendly and quality option.
Utility Knife
 
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I use this tool everywhere beyond just painting.
1 1/2 in. Putty Knife
 
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Great we’re sticking to a bunch of surfaces and creating clean caulk lines.
Blue Tape
 
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One of my personal faves: these are durable, absorbent, and also so handy.
TOOLBOX Professional White Rags (200 Sheets; 10 in. W x 11 in. L Sheet Size; Disposable Painter's Rags - Natural Fibers)
 
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Exterior sealant - be careful. The stuff can get very messy very quickly. Practice first.
DAP DYNAFLEX Ultra 10.1 oz. White Advanced Exterior Window, Door, and Siding Sealant
 
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Always a good choice when using inorganic materials. Safety first.
Disposable Heavy Duty Nitrile Gloves
 
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Must have - whenever you’re working with anything that can get messy know that it will get messy. Protect your environment first.
4 ft. x 14 ft. Poly Backed Canvas Drop Cloth
 
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Be careful when using this foam as it can push and move things, but it does seal medium to large caps. It’s very sticky so if you get it on unintended surface, wait until it dries to remove.😉😎😍
Medium expansion foam
 
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This is a great product. I use frequently on sheds and exterior penetrations.
Pestblock Insulating Spray Foam Sealant
 
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For wet areas like baths, sinks, showers, kitchens.
100% Silicone Caulk
 
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This is a perfect surface cleaner for that perfect caulk job🔥😍😎
Equate 91% Isopropyl Alcohol Antiseptic Liquid, 32 fl oz
 
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Optional - if you’re not gonna use all of your caulk, adhesive or sealant, this sort of apparatus will help them last a long time between uses
Airtite 10.1 oz. Clear Canister to Seal and Preserve Opened Tubes of Caulk, Adhesive, Grouts, Sealants, Roofing Tar AT09