Repair and Caulk Damaged Door Jamb and Porch Columns
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What happens here
The presenter inspects a door jamb that was severely damaged by water splashing up before gutters and downspouts were installed during winter. The primer has been worn off, requiring sanding, re-priming, and then proper caulking. He then moves to the porch columns, observing large, uneven, and poorly smoothed caulk spots, and gaps that were entirely missed by previous workers. He demonstrates applying caulk to these columns, aiming for a much cleaner and more weather-tight finish. He criticizes the previous work as 'the worst caulking job I've ever seen in my life,' emphasizing the importance of a professional and thorough application, especially on a prominent area like the main entryway.
Goal: The presenter addresses a door jamb that suffered water damage due to missing gutters during winter, requiring sanding, re-priming, and caulking. He also inspects and caulks the porch columns, which show messy and incomplete prior caulking.
Tools and materials
- Caulk Gun
- Gloves
- Paint Brush
- Sandpaper
- Big Stretch Caulk (White) Sashco
- Exterior Primer
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