How to Caulk a Bathroom Sink

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Wipe a clean cloth around the edge of the bathroom sink and the counter it rests on.

   Make sure the area is clean and dry and has no dust or debris to get in the way of the caulk.
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   Step 2: Remove any old caulk from the edge of the sink with a utility knife.

   Caulk is a soft material that cuts easily and stretches when pulled. , Pull the caulk free from the sink and counter. ,,, Cut just enough of the tip off to allow the caulk to fill the gap next to the rim; cutting away too much of the tip will mean too much caulk on your counter. , Squeeze the trigger lightly to prime the tube. ,,,,,
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   Step 3: Cut away the old caulk where it meets the counter and the sink's rim.

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   Step 4: Use denatured alcohol to clean up any leftover caulk.

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   Step 5: Let the sink's rim dry completely and ensure no water has seeped into the crack.

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   Step 6: Use a utility knife to cut the tip off the tube of caulk at a 45-degree angle.

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   Step 7: Insert the end of the caulk tube into a caulk gun and push the plunger of the gun into the back of the tube.

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   Step 8: Hold the caulk tube at a 45-degree angle to the sink's rim where it meets the counter top.

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   Step 9: Squeeze the caulk tube gently until a continuous line of caulk fills the gap around the rim completely.

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    Step 10: Wet your index finger with water and gently smooth the caulk against the side of the sink's rim and the counter top to completely seal the gap.

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    Step 11: When you are happy with the results

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    Step 12: insert a small screw into the tip to seal the tube of caulk

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    Step 13: so you can use it again in your next project.

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    Step 14: Let the caulk cure for at least 24 hours before using the sink.

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