Does this type require caulking?
1609791
I put some Teflon tape on the threads. Then I screwed it on. Then at the back of the spout next to the wall, I put a small bead of caulk around it. But it's not required. I just did it because the people that did the plumbing years ago had my water pipe a hair too long. I ran out of threads and needed a touch of caulk next to the wall. Hope this helped.
1609792
I replaced just the faucet on an existing fixture; I did not use any caulk. It has worked perfectly.
1609793
I put plumbers tape on the nub that came out of the wall before I screwed on the faucet. I then caulked around the part of the faucet that touched the wall - for appearance and to keep water from seeping into the wall. I hope this helps.
1609794
You will want to caulk around the water pipe where it comes out of the wall as well as the seam between the spout and the wall. That way you can be sure there water will not seep behind the spout and find its way behind the tile and into the wall.
1609795
No caulk is needed, but it wouldn't hurt. Just be careful of the threaded plastic adapter, as it can be easily crossthreaded.
509626
No. You have to use some kind of adhesive. I used contact cement (sprayed on)
1089285
Yes, you will need a medium duty caulking gun. There are products (that don't require a caulking gun) that come in squeezable tubes that are okay for small jobs and/or hard to reach locations. However, it is difficult to lay a professional looking bead of caulk with these tubes and comparatively they are very expensive. If you own a home, especially an older one, you will need to do a lot of caulking and a caulking gun is a wise and inexpensive investment. You should purchase a decent one with a rotating metal wire at the end of the gun (where the nozzle of the caulk tube goes) that is used to pierce foil seals in the nozzles of most painter's (acrylic non-silicone) caulks, and will help to break through any hardened residue in an old tube of caulk if you want to use it after it has been sitting around for awhile.
943567
Hi - I used 100% silicone caulk all around the edge and over the screw holes.
8498
No grout necessary for this product, and I kept mine unsealed. The variations in the split-face may make it tough to seal. It is a beautiful product...
1202205
yes without any trouble. (I never installed drain tubes, they were not needed.)
131996
Yes. Crown need only be +/- 1/16 or so to look perfect. You're going to caulk anyway. This thing is as precise as anything out there - and probably far more precise than you can be with a steel tape.
318871
yes, but it is preferable to remove and scrape clean before using. you need to use a putty or silicone sealer to flare out the sides to make a proper waterproof seal.Ron C
794362
Yes, you must use a caulk gun. Perfect for a cooler, repair. Be sure surface is clean/dry & sand lightly.
578916
I put mine just a little bit outboard of the center. Also, I found that you should use white silicone caulk (not latex or siliconized latex). It really needs to be pure silicone. I run caulking on the undersides of the guard and press it in place. Then, I caulk the seams everywhere the guard meets the wall or tub. I've had good luck with this method.
815246
Maybe go To a store that sales them and ask if can caulk it to see , if they let you
1560156
Porcelain is already finished. It shouldn't normally need sealing and certainly not enhancing...so no.
302657
The secret is in the preparation, as long as the "old caulk" is not loose and is spotless clean (mineral spirits or acetone clean) the Eternabond will stick fine and can be applied over "old caulking" be sure and have the Eternabond stick on the rubber/fiberglass/metal surface overlapping the caulked area completely.
1543725
Colored caulking should wash off with hot soapy water, try that first. If not the goof off should do the job.
637940
I don't know either. But instead of spraying, I think I would caulk areas you are concerned about. I love this security light. For LEDs it's pretty bright and very responsive. It goes on in my carport the instant I open my door. I've never had a problem with it and I've been using it for probably close to two years. The light part is under the carport, but the solar panel is outside of course.
1375438
I had the same question that you have. I called 3M directly and they told me while it is possible to use this product without the caulking gun, they do not recommend it. If the two adhesives do not mix properly then you may not get the bond that you are looking for. Best to spend the $60 for the gun and do it right the first time.
411364
You seal them with silicone before install. I had no issues with condensation.