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bobadobbin t1_j6hu0ba wrote

Secure the vanity to the wall, then caulk the joint with Mapesil-T silicone that is as closely matched to the color you want. For a super neat and clean caulk joint, tape off both the wall and the counter, masking off just the area that you want the caulk to go. Caulk the joint and wipe off all excess caulk leaving the edge of the tape near the joint with little or no caulk covering it. Then pull the tape off, revealing a nice cut line. Lastly, use super-soapy water and a finger to smooth out the joint. You have to do this quickly with no time to waste once caulk is applied, or it will be a disaster.

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ezbake_fpv t1_j6iw30m wrote

>"You have to do this quickly with no time to waste once caulk is applied, or it will be a disaster." I feel should have been in big, capital, red letters... lol
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>You are absolutely correct. Use tape, and quickly remove excess with a soapy wet finger. keep paper towels close by to wipe your fingers on.You can't let the silicone skin-up, maybe 5 minutes, before you remove the excess. These can be very hard learned, and sometimes re-learned lessons. Another tip with silicone, if it's cold, pre-warm your tubes in warm water for 15 minutes.

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