Compare plans tailored to your home & budget. When installed correctly, baseboards add a homey feel to your space. But when there are gaps between or cracks in the boards, they can be frustrating to ...

Whether you are caulking a new joint or replacing worn-out caulking, the only difference will be in the prep. The Prep! It’s not all in the prep, but any good caulking project starts there. Begin all ...

Q: My landlord’s novice repair person caulked around the bathtub — twice. Both times, the caulk pulled away from the wall. Why? And what’s the right way to do it? A: New caulk doesn’t stick well to ...

Q: My husband caulked a few things in the bathroom and made an enormous mess. The caulk is smeared and there are gaps. Can it be repaired? How does one get a perfect bead of smooth caulk with no ...

Most homeowners blame the tube, but the real problem starts long before.

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Q. We read your recent column regarding caulking bathtubs and were wondering if these same steps apply to a marble shower. If not, what would you recommend for recaulking marble showers? The step ...