If the caulking around your tub or shower is showing signs of wear—brittleness, cracking, and discoloration—it's important to address the issue before water damage takes hold. Fortunately, with a ...

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 ...

Do you know how to caulk -- or even what caulk is? It's something you rarely notice, but there it sits every day doing some pretty important work in your home. Once applied, this thin line of goo ...

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 ...

Compare plans tailored to your home & budget. When installed correctly, baseboards add a homey feel to your space. But when there are gaps between or cracks in the boards, they can be frustrating to ...

Dear James: I try to keep the bathroom as clean as possible, but the caulk around the bathtub and shower stall is black. Can you tell me how to clean the caulk or how to replace it if that is ...