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Apply Painter's Tape (Optional)

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Caulking your tape Q&A. Why paint cracks over the caulking?

What happens here

If you are dealing with particularly large cracks or prefer a more foolproof method for achieving a crisp, straight line, re-mask the area. Take a roll of FrogTape and carefully apply it along the edge of the countertop or trim, ensuring the tape covers the surface you want to protect and creates a clean boundary for your paint application. Press down firmly to create a good seal, preventing paint bleed. This allows for a more confident and precise application of paint to the cracked caulk without worrying about getting paint on the adjacent surface.

Goal: For larger cracks or if a perfectly straight line is desired without relying solely on a steady hand, apply painter's tape (like FrogTape) along the edge of the surface bordering the cracked caulk.

Tools and materials

  • FrogTape

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you'll put some tape i'll show you just re-masking it just that so i can fill that in really good right here

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