Caulking is an important part of ensuring different areas of your home are airtight and waterproofed. It can save you money on your energy costs and is a great way to tackle quick fixes in your floors and walls.
Caulking Using Tips
Caulk is primarily used to fill and seal gaps between two adjoining elements in your house. Without good caulking, you can expose your home to both air and water, which can damage your property and make it run less efficiently.
There are many types of caulk that can be used in a home, but we will focus on the silicone-based variety. The best version on the market is the Laticrete LATASIL 100% silicone caulk. LATASIL Caulk can be used use in movement joints, cove bases, corners, changes in plane and expansion joints in exterior and interior applications of tile and stone.
Unlike acrylic or siliconized acrylic caulk that will crack or deteriorate after a short time, LATASIL Silicone Sealant offers performance that matches the durability, longevity and strength of your installation.
Best Uses for Caulk
There are a number of areas in which caulk can be used around your house. Its use as a sealant can help you save on energy costs, as well as protect your house from the elements. Here are a few to consider when tackling home improvement:
- Walls- Caulk is great for small fixes in your interior and exterior walls. You can use it to seal cracks, fill in gaps in brick or concrete walls or plug small holes left by screws or nails. It works well in these situations because of its flexibility and durability.
- Attics- Your attic is an area of your home that is highly susceptible to heat loss. Proper insulation is essential to minimizing heating inefficiencies in your attic. However, caulk can be used to fill in any gaps in your attic area that are exposed to elements.
- Floors- The floor in your home can also lose a substantial amount of heat. Find any gaps that are improperly sealed and fill them in with caulk to ensure less energy is being siphoned off by your flooring.
- Windows- Your home’s windows are often spots that are improperly sealed. If this is the case, you need to identify any gaps and plug them with caulk. It is a great way to cut down on both heating and cooling costs.
- Sinks, Tubs and Showers- Around bathtubs, sinks and showers caulk is completely necessary. These areas are constantly exposed to water and as a result can be damage over time if they are not properly sealed. Use caulk in any joining area between your tub, shower or sink and another surface.
Now that you have some ideas about how caulk can improve different areas of your home, it’s time to get to work. At Tile Pro Depot, we carry Laticrete LATASIL 100% silicone caulk for your home improvement needs. If you need any assistance with caulking, we would be happy to help. Feel free to contact us online or by phone at 844.751.2625. We are here for all your caulking questions.
