Q. This week: The joint between our cast iron tub and the tiling on the wall has turned almost completely black. Nothing I put on it will clean it to the point that it is white, the way it was when it ...

It seems I am forever recaulking my shower and bathtub. I have used DAP and silicone products with poor results. The DAP products shrink and crack and the silicone is a pain to clean up. Both seem to ...

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 ...

Removing caulk isn't difficult, only time-consuming. The name of the game is perseverance, particularly if you are dealing with several layers that were applied in succession over time. Given the ...

Dear James: I am a real stickler about keeping my bathroom clean, but the caulk around the bathtub and sink always has black mildew. Is there anything I can do to stop it, and how can I remove the old ...

Q: The caulk around our bathtub turns black in spots from mildew. How can the stains be removed? A: Here is a system that always works for me: Soak strips of toilet tissue in chlorine bleach and wad ...

On your list of “Fun Things to Do This Weekend,” caulking your bathtub probably isn’t one of them. However, this home maintenance chore is essential. “Caulk prevents water from going into the cracks ...

If you don't have the cash to pay someone to spiff up your tub or shower, head to your local hardware store for a few items that will help you recaulk your tub. This project takes an afternoon to pull ...

Caulking a tub or shower not only improves the look of a bathroom, but it also deters mold buildup and extends the life of the bathroom by preventing water damage behind a tub surround or tile. Sara ...