Re-caulking bathroom - Contractor Baton Rouge

Probably because like me, he has no idea what he’s doing.

Although lately I’m much more inclined to watch some YouTube videos and give it a shot.

Always a good idea to wipe down the joint with acetone after removing the old caulk, especially if a silicone caulk was used originally.

While caulking is one of those things that most everyone can do; it's also one of those things were pride and quality of craftsman is most evident. However it's real easy, in fact there's hardly anything easier thing to learn. And it's also cheap enough to practice on.

I'd suggest setting up a couple compatible test pieces to practice on first. Couple pieces of scrap anything... even cardboard. Then go for it.

One tip - get the ergonomics right - by developing a motion where your arms are not restricted or cramped. Think fluid motion like with a paint brush, where the gun, your arms, elbows, and shoulders move as one. As opposed to pulling the caulk to you. Try to avoid being at 12 o'clock and pulling from 9 then pushing to 3; because that transition can easily get you.

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o wipe down the joint with acetone after removing the old caulk,

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And if going back with new silicone, use Isopropyl Alcohol in a spray bottle to smooth out the new caulk. Apply the caulk, spray over it with the alcohol and run your finger over the joint to smooth out the caulk and leave a nice clean line. Have plenty of paper towels on hand to wipe your hand clean when done.

YouTube is free man. And caulk can be ripped right up IF you screw up.

Unless you have some monster walk in multi nozzle travertine shower. Then yeah call a contractor.

Good luck. I’m not in BR so I have nothing to offer.