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How to Caulk a Bathtub?

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Bathtubs require precise caulking to prevent water from seeping into the walls, which could cause serious damage. If the caulk around your bathtub is cracking, old, or just in need of an update, applying new caulk yourself is easy to do with a few tools from your local hardware store. Remove the existing caulk first, before setting a smooth, new layer to seal the seams for years to come.


Apply the caulk to the seam. Use a steady pressure on the application gun to carefully apply the caulk in the gap between the 2 strips of painter’s tape. Move the gun smoothly around the entire edge. It doesn’t matter if caulk gets on the tape, as you can easily peel this off after.


Keep the application gun moving at a steady rate that matches the speed of the caulk leaving the nozzle. This will ensure that the caulk isn’t too thin or thick. You can either pull the gun towards you or push it away from you as you apply the caulk. It works the same either way, so stick with what is comfortable.


Smooth the caulk to form a concave shape. Dampen either a paper towel or a lint-free rag. Press it softly into the seam using your finger, and carefully run it along the caulk in one continuous line. Remove the painter’s tape. Peel away all of the strips of painter’s tape from around the bathtub.


This will remove any excess caulk and create a nice, straight line along the seam. Try and work as quickly as possible to remove the tape, as you also have to smooth the caulk again. Be as careful as possible when removing the tape, and try not to let it touch the caulk seam.

How Decorating Your Bathroom?

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If you have a small bathroom, consider adding a single, narrow shelf just above the bathroom vanity. Store your perfumes, cosmetics, and toothbrushes on it. If you have a small bathroom, consider getting a mini metal shelving unit that you can place on your bathroom counter or hang above the toilet.Another option for shelving is floating shelves, which are great if you don’t have the space for a unit. You can hang your floating shelves over your toilet or, if there’s no shower, above the bathtub. Use your shelves for extra towels, rolls of toilet paper, personal care items, or decorations.Brighten up a dull bathroom with colorful towels or a bathmat. One of the quickest ways to change the look of your bathroom is by swapping out the towels and bathmat for something new. Consider the season. Warm colors work well for fall, while cool colors work better for winter. Pastels are great for spring, and bright colors are ideal for summer.

Play around with different shades and layering. For example, try a light green hand towel over a dark green bath towel. Bathroom don’t always have to be made from towel material. You can get wooden or bamboo ones too. Change out the shower curtain for something more exciting. If you have a plain white or frosted shower curtain, consider switching it out for a different one. Pick out a bright color that matches your towels. If solid colors aren’t your thing, try a pattern instead.If you are going with a pattern, make sure that it matches the other colors in your bathroom. If you have a window in your bathroom, consider getting some mini curtains or blinds for it. Keep them open so that you have lots of daylight. If you have any curtains you aren’t using, you can hang these over your plastic shower curtain to create a fancy look.