Final cleaning and polishing
At 5:46 in
Always Use Water Clean Up Caulk On Fixtures!
What happens here
For the final detailing, the presenter uses a small, thin metal tool, such as a multi-tool knife, to carefully scrape out any caulk that might have seeped into the grout lines or other tight spots where the finger couldn't reach. After addressing these small imperfections, he uses a small piece of toilet paper or a rag to gently wipe around the chrome fixture. He stresses the importance of being careful not to touch the freshly applied and smoothed caulk line, only cleaning the surrounding surfaces. This step ensures a pristine, professional finish on both the caulk bead and the tub spout itself, free of any residue or smudges.
Goal: Use a small tool to remove any caulk from grout lines, then carefully wipe the fixture with toilet paper or a rag for a polished finish, avoiding the fresh caulk line.
Tools and materials
- Small Thin Metal Tool (e.g
- multi-tool knife)
- Toilet Paper or Rag