Paint Over Caulked Edges
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Caulking Your Tape. Paint Like a Level 1 Master.
What happens here
After applying and smoothing the caulk, immediately begin painting over the caulked line. For the wall shown, a brush is used for cutting in along the caulk line, and a roller is used for the main wall surface. The 'Tower Accelerator' caulk is specifically designed to be painted over instantly, which means there's no waiting period, and it prevents cracking, especially important with flat paints. Ensure adequate coverage of both the caulk and the wall surface with your chosen paint (e.g., 'Behr Dynasty Interior Matte').
Goal: Apply paint over the freshly caulked lines.
Tools and materials
- Paint Brush — Cutting in paint along the edges
- Paint Bucket — Holding paint for the brush or replenishing the tray
- Paint Roller — Applying paint to larger wall surfaces
- Paint Tray — Holding paint for the roller
- Behr Dynasty Interior Matte Paint Behr — Applying the accent color to the wall