Removing mildew moldy caulk does not have to be a difficult task. In fact using this method you can finish the task in seconds!
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@davidbalderston27514 жыл бұрын
I used to own a resurfacing company. When we removed caulk, especially the type that is specifically for bath and kitchen which has a tendency to cure very hard we would use a heat gun on a low setting to soften the caulk first. It is very important to keep the gun moving so as not to scorch the tub especially if the tub is fiberglass. Once the caulk was removed we would spray the area with a 20% solution of bleach and water. After 10 minutes or so we would spray the area with denatured alcohol which helps moisture that got under the tile to evaporate more quickly. Place a box fan blowing on the tub for an hour and you'ready to caulk. Most people wonder why the caulk separates from the tub or tile. To avoid this fill the tub 3/4 full of water prior to caulking to cause it to settle, then caulk. Don't drain the tub until the caulk has dried.
@rebeccamaust-brandt65224 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your words of advice!
@rachelrichard84404 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this! :)
@FM19MONTH4 жыл бұрын
The water in tub makes so much sense!
@HokageHustle884 жыл бұрын
What do mean by fill the tub with 3/4 water? I'm a little confused how that helps the caulk settle as it's on top of the water in the tub
@bonhomiegal4 жыл бұрын
@@HokageHustle88 I think that the word 'settle' was used with regards to the bathtub, rather than the caulk, and in a sense of 'to settle' - 'to drop down'. The water is meant to weigh down the bathtub causing it to drop a tiny bit so that the newly applied caulk is used to this sort of stretch and won't peel away with bath use. At least that's the way I understood it. Hope this helps.
@ephraimgarrett47273 жыл бұрын
My takeaway from the video and comments. Mild heat from a heat gun. Multi-tool, followed by scraper, if necessary. Clean with diluted bleach and brush. Use alcohol to remove moisture. Fill tub with water before caulking in case the tub settles a bit with weight in it. It all makes sense. #1 rule in home improvement: Use the proper tools and methods to make the job as easy as possible, or, as they say, work smart, not hard. 😁
@CarefulSteps12 жыл бұрын
great summary ;-)
@ErmilinaLight2 жыл бұрын
@Lamrich Gaming oh! good idea!
@Larseus Жыл бұрын
Wouldn’t have even thought of this. Nice job man and god bless the internet for bringing knowledge to the world!
@Dark0o75 жыл бұрын
The multi-tool worked wonders for my bathroom sink, which was caulked underneath and tough to access. Thank Sam!
@julianceballos87952 жыл бұрын
This is just the video I needed since I am helping my parents with their house. They are getting older and I am helping them with the little things. Seeing this video I will buy an oscillating tool since I used to use a utility knife to cut caulking. The oscillating tool method is much more safe than what I used to do and can get faster results I will look into a cordless one like the one you have in the video. Thank you.
@jeffthewhiff3 жыл бұрын
I just bought a multi-tool for my business and wouldn't have thought about using it to remove old caulk, but it looks like it did a good job. Anything that makes this job easier is a good thing!
@PetePuebla Жыл бұрын
Oscillating tool has saved my life removing caulk.
@kteollie92654 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!! for a wonderfully TO THE POINT video. I'm on my way to Harbor Freight to buy this tool. and now I know silicone caulking. I don't want to have to do this job again for many years.
@rolandomota65493 жыл бұрын
Great video - I liked how you covered the different options to do the job. Have been wanting to purchase a multi-purpose tool and now I have a good justifiable reason...Thanks
@rcbustanut20573 жыл бұрын
Thanks for taking the time to make this video, bout to recaulk my tub & was thinking, "there's gotta be a better way" 😄 and I already own one a porta-cable oscillating tool. 👍👍
@pprincess98234 жыл бұрын
Clicks on the "That Was Easy!" Button!!! Thank you for this!!!
@Motor-City_Ben-Diesel6 ай бұрын
The multi tool is hands down one of the best tool inventions ever. Everyone should have one.
@gfrank80584 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing this information. I was about to start a difficult task, of repairing a shower enclosure. And a bathtub enclosure. I was dreading this job. After seeing this video I knew that there was light at the end of the tunnel. I picked up a multi speed, multi tool from Harbor Freight for about $35.00. It made short work of the grout removal. Thanks again for valuable information, it was very helpful in my repair efforts. GF1 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😎
@terryhites14 жыл бұрын
Watched your video, went to harbor freight and bought their cordless multi tool.... done tub and shower in seconds for under $40.
@maryrobinson58333 жыл бұрын
Does the $40 include cost of the multi-tool? If not, would you mind sharing how much you spent for the multi-tool?
@chrispapa27824 жыл бұрын
👍 Thumps up I will have to buy one of this. It’s simply fabulous.
@jontpt25 күн бұрын
Literally one of the silliest videos I've ever seen on KZfaq. I really hope you don't quit your day job, and pray to God that this isn't your day job 😂
@Timetravel11114 жыл бұрын
Thank you for showing different tools.
@ColdWarVet6074 жыл бұрын
Great & to the point Just got a multi tool and wondered if its safe to use on tub/shower for caulk removal. You answered that real well. Great point on the hand scraper as it being the same as the multi tool, albeit much slower. Now to the tub
@Pw68723 жыл бұрын
Multitool is fine but FIRST lay down 2" strips of painter's tape right up to the edge of the exposed caulking that you're wanting to remove on tub walls and tub itself. This is cheap insurance against any scratches on your tub or tile made by the multitool. An extra step well worth it.
@tedgarland50043 жыл бұрын
Great idea!
@dpky73332 жыл бұрын
Yeah, the bolt that attaches the scraping tool damaged my tub surface.
@Vgallo2 жыл бұрын
@@dpky7333 yeah as a caulker myself, no one uses a multi tool, it’s unbelievably reckless and would cause so much damage. Perhaps for some sections it would be ok, but not around baths or on tiles that would Mark easily
@mediocrefloridaman2 жыл бұрын
@@Vgallo im a caulker, too!
@rainypath962 жыл бұрын
@@Vgallo what do you guys use?
@agarcia76164 жыл бұрын
I used a utility knife to scrape off it came up really quick
@whodatdere3 жыл бұрын
I just keep finding new uses for my oscillating tool! Good video.
@DC-cb4mv4 жыл бұрын
Be careful not to protruding the mechanical tool too deep into the tile, may cause damage to the tanking
@toppjimi77764 жыл бұрын
I've only been in your country a very short distance 😂
@geelleguure88084 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I learned a lot.
@BinaryDisastr Жыл бұрын
Thanks. I have a multi tool and it never occurred to me to use it for caulk removal. This will save me lots of time
@user-lf7en6rf8m2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Sam, i always used a razor blade and labor, i always thought the multi tool would scratch the tub surface, thank you
@coastflyer12 жыл бұрын
In addition to metal scrapers: Plastic putty scrapers - Popsicle sticks - cut tip for a flat edge. Back and forth with pressure may get the last caulk bits hanging on without scratching surfaces.
@ADwoods-ru8xh3 жыл бұрын
I have that tool and it even came with scraper blades I've never used thanks for the schooling
@Lughnerson2 жыл бұрын
There are non-metal, non-marring scrapers for multi-tools available.
@markstench44703 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tip, the multi tool is a great all around tool. Great use for it.👍
@690Lighthouse4 жыл бұрын
To save a lot of effort and to save breathing in the bleach fumes, mildew can be removed very effectively by folding up toilet tissue and placing it along the mildew line then carefully pour bleach onto the tissue, leave it overnight and remove it the next day, all the mildew will be gone so long as the bleach was in contact, that's what the paper is for, this can even save the need to put new caulking in at all.
@patriciapigeon93433 жыл бұрын
I used cotton balls that I unravel and do the same thing. They stay wet a lot longer..
@johnnyshreddz3 жыл бұрын
I cut a cotton painters rag into strips... Glad to see other people know this trick... Works so well...
@marknye51.thefixitguy3 жыл бұрын
Cool.. We were looking at these 3 in 1 caulking tools.. I'll use my makita multi tool.!! But, what's the best way.to spread the caulking? When I worked foe a painting company we just use our caulking gun and finger and a wet rag..
@user-ft2zn4sx3z5 ай бұрын
If somebody showed up with this tool to remove caulk from my 2,000 dollar bathtub, they wouldn't get past the front door!
@CLUBKILLE19 күн бұрын
It worked and got the job done lol. Needs to be scraped off somehow!
@thanhduong36144 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your advices.
@TheBoxFort7593 жыл бұрын
First result when searching "remove caulk" for good reason. Great idea thanks!
@TheVeganeater4 жыл бұрын
Razor blades scraper and alcohol thinner and a green sos pad.
@stephendall23294 жыл бұрын
Really informative video. I need to add a multitool to my tool cabinet next time I go into town.
@gfrank80584 жыл бұрын
A multitool would be a great addition. Amazon has some great deals on multitool blade assortments at some great prices. GF1 👍👍👍👍👍😁😁😁😁😁😎
@arengifo474 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this video, very helpful
@qicoocooqi10263 жыл бұрын
after I saw this video, I grabbed my multi-tool. it works so well!!!!!!!
@marionlewis47033 жыл бұрын
I used a hairdryer to do this job very quickly.
@carolepylant10153 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Information very helpful especially about buying a scraper attachment.
@chriswilkes43502 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Sam. Very helpful.
@stephaniearellano33432 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video!! This was very helpful ☝🏾👌🏾😌
@amberconstruction32952 жыл бұрын
Thank you for being informative.
@supersupernova742 жыл бұрын
Well... im sold! I’ll be ordering some scraper blades for my oscillating tool!!
@paultorns32283 жыл бұрын
Hadn't thought about that one, awesome thank you
@invisiblerevolution2 жыл бұрын
Good video... I've been putting off getting a multi-tool, those little things, have alot of good uses. 😮
@ronvaldine29963 ай бұрын
Hi, would the multi-tool work better if the old caulking was a bit harder or a bit softer? Or doesn't matter much at all?
@182britania3 жыл бұрын
I found just a simple craft knife either side and it pulls out in one piece no mess ,all done in minutes ready to caulk and no damage to bath or decor.
@annaloalbo4654 Жыл бұрын
Can you show me a pic of a craft knife?
@182britania Жыл бұрын
@@annaloalbo4654 a magnasson snap off knife
@182britania Жыл бұрын
@@annaloalbo4654 a magnasson snap off knife.
@JenMarco2 жыл бұрын
I have my Grandpops old hook blade tool probably from the 1940s. It works great to remove caulk.
@robviolin14 жыл бұрын
Helpful, thanks 👍
@BrotherLarry3 жыл бұрын
If you have old caulk that's really stubborn this method can easily damage your tub's finish as you struggle to loosen the old caulk
@marquittaphoenix54057 ай бұрын
I needed this. Thank you
@zlatkozivkovic86944 жыл бұрын
Seconds? How many seconds?
@youngcarreviews59493 жыл бұрын
Won’t the mole tie tool damage the bath
@jf80503 жыл бұрын
I was expecting an IED as the last method in your video for removing the caulk.
@raydavison29723 жыл бұрын
Buy some silicon remover first guys before you start with the mechanical brute force! It's cheap and makes the job so much easier. Can't believe in two years no-one had mentioned this.
@rambo3984 Жыл бұрын
My suggestion too
@AJ-jx5gz5 ай бұрын
I looked at that but it was not for fiberglass or acrylic tubs
@Jrhnhemp2 жыл бұрын
Is there a plastic scraper blade for the multi tool that can be used on a fiberglass backstop and tub?
@haleyfleury3516 Жыл бұрын
Yes someone in the comment section above said that they make them I personally have not seen any but I don’t own this tool yet unfortunately. I have an electric saw but I don’t see that working well! Lol
@Mynameis7nad2 жыл бұрын
I dont recommend using the multi tool and a scrapper. Ended up with alot of scratches on the porcelain and now i have to paint the tub or replace because the touch up porcelain kit i tried isnt the same shade of white.
@antoniobaskerville68233 жыл бұрын
This waa a very good video and it was very informative
@robertbarnes78714 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video,, I’ve got to do mine also ....
@jfarinacci03293 жыл бұрын
Really good video. Thank you.
@20MaRk232 жыл бұрын
Dam! thank you for the video, that multi tool likes like a game changer. it will save my knees and back very tempted to get one 😂
@rebeccaspratling28653 жыл бұрын
Wish I had a tool like this. My spouse is a truck driver and never home so when I redid all the caulking in the bathroom it took me forever to remove the old stuff. 😭 My dumb ass never looked into tools before doing it. Now that it's all done I find out about special tools that make it easier . Typical of me. 😂
@Z-Ack3 жыл бұрын
Harbor freight, 15$.. is a lot louder than the expensive ones are but for a here and there use tool is well worth the money.. youll spend more on blades for it than the actual tool itself.. and if not a person who will use tools every day while your there pick up a 15$ corded drill, 20$ random orbit sander and a 7$ work light and you still wouldn't have spent as much as you would have buying the oscillating tool itself at a big box store...
@gunnslinger77743 жыл бұрын
Takes guts young lady.. You kicked its ass by hand...
@marklittler7843 жыл бұрын
Should of heated it up.
@cycledcnva2 жыл бұрын
Good for you to take this job on yourself instead of waiting for your husband to return! So what? You did the whole thing without a multi-tool. Even more admirable! You did it!
@AJ-jx5gz5 ай бұрын
Caulk my nemesis Just did this job it took 3 days. (I let it dry a day before caulking) Caulk came out in tiny pieces... one very severe cut w/utility knife. Goo gone & hair dryer did soften a bit. No drip caulk gun way better. One more tub to go. I will be trying my multi tool.Thanks from this handy gal
@annkehoe7079 Жыл бұрын
Just a tip on cleaning before caulking. Use vinegar to kill the mold, bleach after for color purposes.
@ZE308AC2 жыл бұрын
The right tool for the right job
@NicholasPOGM9 ай бұрын
EXCELLENT VIDEO! Thank you!
@reginahanson218613 күн бұрын
I need that multi scraper. Thank you
@vboy00014 жыл бұрын
Utility knife works good too.
@rummichawla4 жыл бұрын
Using all of them tools was wrong tools allow them make scratches Use only plastic Patti rolls working good and no scratches
@aarontooth3 жыл бұрын
Great video!
@theodoremartin6153 Жыл бұрын
How about a layer of Gorrilla tape where caulking meets the fiberglass on a shower . The gorilla tape is very thick and could prevent marking on the fiberglass .
@rickamadoodle6 ай бұрын
Ridgid or flexible scraper on the multitool?
@leonardberg50123 жыл бұрын
If you have black mold on your caulking like in the video, make sure to wear a mask while removing it, you don't want to be breathing in that stuff!
@rogerswindell75374 жыл бұрын
Did u get that multi tool from Home Depot? I work there and we sell Ryobi products , Plus , I bet that was on clearance because of the orange paint on the unit ; They’re great products
@thomasschaubroeck99453 жыл бұрын
When you work on a crew all your tools get “your”color for sorting and security.
@Rarebreed66 ай бұрын
Thank you, Mr Mr Sam. Big help to me.! Good day.
@baldvale54182 жыл бұрын
Great idea thank you very much.
@THUMBSUPBITCHify Жыл бұрын
Just did this with a hairdryer!!! Thanks
@alliemarie78 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video!
@Engelbird4 жыл бұрын
tip: boil a tea kettle of water. pour the hot water into the corners onto the caulk. this will soften it beforehand and make it a lot easier. be sure to dry it well after, of course.
@Treegrower4 жыл бұрын
Make sure to let it dry before replying caulk if you do that. You don't want to lock in moisture. edit: nice :)
@Engelbird4 жыл бұрын
@@Treegrower of course, and edited. thanks.
@pprincess98234 жыл бұрын
Good point! Thanks
@JohnKotch3 жыл бұрын
of course!
@22jduran3 жыл бұрын
Y don't just use hot water from the tub..?
@nikkiethompson22524 жыл бұрын
And if you don't want to scratch your tub?
@SurfnPics4 жыл бұрын
what butcher . . . and all the poor people following this advice!
@PetePuebla Жыл бұрын
I used to use my scraper to try and remove caulk. Those days are long gone since using my oscillating tool. It cuts thru caulk like butter.
@1nkman4 жыл бұрын
Worked like a charm... thank you!
@Letmegetsomesalsa3 жыл бұрын
Thank you well done.
@Pishing8053 жыл бұрын
Thanks for tip..i just did it while your video was playing..lol
@ParArdua3 жыл бұрын
Awesome, thanks mate.
@Me-vl4qp2 жыл бұрын
This wins the "Nastiest Tub Award"!!!
@andrewwolfe5423 жыл бұрын
Love when he says it doesn’t matter what brand and whips out a RYOBI 😂😂😂😂
@chargerman1003 жыл бұрын
The difference between those two scrapers is more about the dollar value than the muscle work. But thank you for the video
@aaronpeterson98873 жыл бұрын
razor blade scrapers?
@williamtomlinson9945 ай бұрын
Milti tool a great idea, I'm using tomorrow.
@Alicia_Grows Жыл бұрын
After re-caulking my bathtub I wish I knew someone with that tool! It ended up being a lot of work as the caulk was spread so thick and uneven on the tiles and tub. This would have been a breeze
@Timetravel11114 жыл бұрын
Holy hell that tub 🛀 had black mold, good thing you got rid of that!
@JUMBOpin4 жыл бұрын
It happens a lot....
@winstonedwards3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting
@phsx2890 Жыл бұрын
I would be afraid it would scratch the tiles or tub. I realize you said it hasn’t caused an issue so I appreciate the video
@lazygardens Жыл бұрын
You can protect the tile and tub with painter's tape.
@jenjenchicago54085 жыл бұрын
Hi... my husband just put fresh caulk around the tub but didn’t put enough. Is it going to be more difficult to get that fresh caulk out that’s way in there? Thank for for your video and help.😬
@angelabenschop14634 жыл бұрын
rofl girl, mary another man if he cant even caulk properly he cant produce a kid properly.
@Maximonious4 жыл бұрын
Hi. I know your reply is one month old, but if the caulk is clean and free of mold and mildew, you can just put a fresh layer over the top.
@Mutiny9603 жыл бұрын
@@angelabenschop1463 PhD here I produce kids just fine. Can even do it in a test tube. Never caulked in my life. Sounds like you're the one who knows nothing dumb bitch.
@MW-xm1rc3 жыл бұрын
This will not work on newer fiberglass tub shower combos.
@LinzseyslilPad2 жыл бұрын
Great video! would have knocked it out of the park with the after re-caulking photos
@audiophileman704710 ай бұрын
By using this method, I worry that I would damage the tiles or tub surface. Mineral spirits to soften the caulk (esp. silicone) with good ventilation (working in small sections) along with a razor seems like a better way to go and less likely to damage anything. 🤔
@randomname9758 Жыл бұрын
I just use a box cutter knife or a craft knife and it gets right under the silicone. Push it under the caulking and it comes up with no fuss.
@kenquid80914 жыл бұрын
Spray the caulk with WD40 first and leave it for 30 minutes and it'll come off a hell of a lot easier.
@tobynfinn1234 жыл бұрын
Going to give this a try
@mrantieverything23774 жыл бұрын
@@tobynfinn123 did it work?
@tobynfinn1234 жыл бұрын
@@mrantieverything2377 sorry didn't get round to it but will next week as the tiler is helping me
@mrantieverything23774 жыл бұрын
@@tobynfinn123 I tried the wd40 it helped
@TheDolly0894 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@mediocre9234 жыл бұрын
Sounds like a science teacher
@GaryT19524 жыл бұрын
You're right! Mr. Vargas from Fast Times at Ridgemont High
@recyclespinning98393 жыл бұрын
Stanley knife with a good blade, I can do it in 3 minutes. That multi tool is going to damage the tub especially if fiberglass.... wipe with denatured alcohol. Let dry , recaulk
@fletchsketch3 жыл бұрын
Stanley knife is definitely the way to go. I fought with it for almost an hour with limited progress then went through in minutes with the knife