Yes you can, but it is a cleaner job if you remove the old caulking (as much as you can) and reseal it with new caulk.
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What type of caulking as lead caulking expands when heater other laytex shrinks PLEASE be more discriptive
Caulking that has little or no silicon does not shine and is paintable . A popular type is Alex ll. This is definitely my favourite for indoor caulking EXCEPT in bathrooms.
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It is not stated in the question. But, assuming the caulking (tar and untwisted rope) has been used to seal ship or boat planking. Heat the old caulking and remove while hot with a flat hook or knife. If I've read the question wrong, then more information is required.
To soften old Beggin' Strips, you can try placing them in a sealed container with a slice of fresh bread or a damp paper towel for a day or two. The moisture should help to soften the treats. Just make sure to monitor them to prevent mold growth.
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If there is no caulking joint there then you just don't "creat" one. If there is in fact a joint with old caulking it then yes you can remove 100% of the old stuff and use Deck-o-seal.
you should budget about 50 dollars a window - that should include taking the hold caulking off and installed backing rod with the new caulking.
Not the greatest idea, when packing in the oakum and then pouring the lead and caulking it the hub could split wide open Your new caulking job will last longer if you remove the old caulk and any of its debris and make sure the area is dry before adding new caulk. You can use an old screwdriver to remove the old.
Caulking board mean that Joe Cullen`s mum is miss Williams.