Remove Caulk in SECONDS! Guaranteed Method!

Removing mildew moldy caulk does not have to be a difficult task. In fact using this method you can finish the task in seconds!

[@davidbalderston2751]

I used to own a resurfacing company. When we removed caulk, especially the type that is specifically for bath and kitchen which has a tendency to cure very hard we would use a heat gun on a low setting to soften the caulk first. It is very important to keep the gun moving so as not to scorch the tub especially if the tub is fiberglass. Once the caulk was removed we would spray the area with a 20% solution of bleach and water. After 10 minutes or so we would spray the area with denatured alcohol which helps moisture that got under the tile to evaporate more quickly. Place a box fan blowing on the tub for an hour and you'ready to caulk. Most people wonder why the caulk separates from the tub or tile. To avoid this fill the tub 3/4 full of water prior to caulking to cause it to settle, then caulk. Don't drain the tub until the caulk has dried.

[@rebeccamaust-brandt6522]

Thank you for your words of advice!

[@rachelrichard8440]

Thank you for this! :)

[@FM19MONTH]

The water in tub makes so much sense!

[@HokageHustle88]

What do mean by fill the tub with 3/4 water? I'm a little confused how that helps the caulk settle as it's on top of the water in the tub

[@bonhomiegal]

​@@HokageHustle88 I think that the word 'settle' was used with regards to the bathtub, rather than the caulk, and in a sense of 'to settle' - 'to drop down'. The water is meant to weigh down the bathtub causing it to drop a tiny bit so that the newly applied caulk is used to this sort of stretch and won't peel away with bath use. At least that's the way I understood it. Hope this helps.

[@ephraimgarrett4727]

My takeaway from the video and comments. Mild heat from a heat gun. Multi-tool, followed by scraper, if necessary. Clean with diluted bleach and brush. Use alcohol to remove moisture. Fill tub with water before caulking in case the tub settles a bit with weight in it. It all makes sense. #1 rule in home improvement: Use the proper tools and methods to make the job as easy as possible, or, as they say, work smart, not hard. 😁

[@CarefulSteps1]

great summary ;-)

[@ErmilinaLight]

@Lamrich Gaming oh! good idea!

[@Larseus]

Wouldn’t have even thought of this. Nice job man and god bless the internet for bringing knowledge to the world!

[@Dark0o7]

The multi-tool worked wonders for my bathroom sink, which was caulked underneath and tough to access. Thank Sam!

[@kteollie9265]

Thank you!!! for a wonderfully TO THE POINT video. I'm on my way to Harbor Freight to buy this tool. and now I know silicone caulking. I don't want to have to do this job again for many years.

[@julianceballos8795]

This is just the video I needed since I am helping my parents with their house. They are getting older and I am helping them with the little things. Seeing this video I will buy an oscillating tool since I used to use a utility knife to cut caulking. The oscillating tool method is much more safe than what I used to do and can get faster results I will look into a cordless one like the one you have in the video. Thank you.

[@rolandomota6549]

Great video - I liked how you covered the different options to do the job. Have been wanting to purchase a multi-purpose tool and now I have a good justifiable reason...Thanks

[@jeffthewhiff]

I just bought a multi-tool for my business and wouldn't have thought about using it to remove old caulk, but it looks like it did a good job. Anything that makes this job easier is a good thing!

[@PetePuebla]

Oscillating tool has saved my life removing caulk.

[@gfrank8058]

Thanks for sharing this information. I was about to start a difficult task, of repairing a shower enclosure. And a bathtub enclosure. I was dreading this job. After seeing this video I knew that there was light at the end of the tunnel. I picked up a multi speed, multi tool from Harbor Freight for about $35.00. It made short work of the grout removal. Thanks again for valuable information, it was very helpful in my repair efforts. GF1 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😎

[@rcbustanut2057]

Thanks for taking the time to make this video, bout to recaulk my tub & was thinking, "there's gotta be a better way" 😄 and I already own one a porta-cable oscillating tool. 👍👍

[@pprincess9823]

Clicks on the "That Was Easy!" Button!!! Thank you for this!!!

[@chrispapa2782]

👍 Thumps up I will have to buy one of this. It’s simply fabulous.

[@Timetravel1111]

Thank you for showing different tools.

[@BinaryDisastr]

Thanks. I have a multi tool and it never occurred to me to use it for caulk removal. This will save me lots of time

[@terryhites1]

Watched your video, went to harbor freight and bought their cordless multi tool.... done tub and shower in seconds for under $40.

[@maryrobinson5833]

Does the $40 include cost of the multi-tool? If not, would you mind sharing how much you spent for the multi-tool?

[@ColdWarVet607]

Great & to the point Just got a multi tool and wondered if its safe to use on tub/shower for caulk removal. You answered that real well. Great point on the hand scraper as it being the same as the multi tool, albeit much slower. Now to the tub

[@alschbachb]

The multi tool is hands down one of the best tool inventions ever. Everyone should have one.

[@user-lf7en6rf8m]

Thank you Sam, i always used a razor blade and labor, i always thought the multi tool would scratch the tub surface, thank you

[@user-ft2zn4sx3z]

If somebody showed up with this tool to remove caulk from my 2,000 dollar bathtub, they wouldn't get past the front door!

[@whodatdere]

I just keep finding new uses for my oscillating tool! Good video.

[@Pw6872]

Multitool is fine but FIRST lay down 2" strips of painter's tape right up to the edge of the exposed caulking that you're wanting to remove on tub walls and tub itself. This is cheap insurance against any scratches on your tub or tile made by the multitool. An extra step well worth it.

[@tedgarland5004]

Great idea!

[@dpky7333]

Yeah, the bolt that attaches the scraping tool damaged my tub surface.

[@Vgallo]

@@dpky7333 yeah as a caulker myself, no one uses a multi tool, it’s unbelievably reckless and would cause so much damage. Perhaps for some sections it would be ok, but not around baths or on tiles that would Mark easily

[@mediocrefloridaman]

@@Vgallo im a caulker, too!

[@rainypath96]

@@Vgallo what do you guys use?

[@coastflyer1]

In addition to metal scrapers: Plastic putty scrapers - Popsicle sticks - cut tip for a flat edge. Back and forth with pressure may get the last caulk bits hanging on without scratching surfaces.

[@markstench4470]

Thanks for the tip, the multi tool is a great all around tool. Great use for it.👍

[@geelleguure8808]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I learned a lot.

[@TheBoxFort759]

First result when searching "remove caulk" for good reason. Great idea thanks!

[@690Lighthouse]

To save a lot of effort and to save breathing in the bleach fumes, mildew can be removed very effectively by folding up toilet tissue and placing it along the mildew line then carefully pour bleach onto the tissue, leave it overnight and remove it the next day, all the mildew will be gone so long as the bleach was in contact, that's what the paper is for, this can even save the need to put new caulking in at all.

[@patriciapigeon9343]

I used cotton balls that I unravel and do the same thing. They stay wet a lot longer..

[@johnnyshreddz]

I cut a cotton painters rag into strips... Glad to see other people know this trick... Works so well...

[@carolepylant1015]

Thanks. Information very helpful especially about buying a scraper attachment.

[@thanhduong3614]

Thanks for your advices.

[@ADwoods-ru8xh]

I have that tool and it even came with scraper blades I've never used thanks for the schooling

[@qicoocooqi1026]

after I saw this video, I grabbed my multi-tool. it works so well!!!!!!!

[@arengifo47]

Thank you so much for this video, very helpful

[@stephendall2329]

Really informative video. I need to add a multitool to my tool cabinet next time I go into town.

[@gfrank8058]

A multitool would be a great addition. Amazon has some great deals on multitool blade assortments at some great prices. GF1 👍👍👍👍👍😁😁😁😁😁😎

[@invisiblerevolution]

Good video... I've been putting off getting a multi-tool, those little things, have alot of good uses. 😮

[@supersupernova74]

Well... im sold! I’ll be ordering some scraper blades for my oscillating tool!!

[@chriswilkes4350]

Thank you, Sam. Very helpful.

[@Rarebreed6]

Thank you, Mr Mr Sam. Big help to me.! Good day.

[@amberconstruction3295]

Thank you for being informative.

[@stephaniearellano3343]

Thank you for the video!! This was very helpful ☝🏾👌🏾😌

[@robviolin1]

Helpful, thanks 👍

[@NicholasPOGM]

EXCELLENT VIDEO! Thank you!

[@THUMBSUPBITCHify]

Just did this with a hairdryer!!! Thanks

[@JenMarco]

I have my Grandpops old hook blade tool probably from the 1940s. It works great to remove caulk.

[@marquittaphoenix5405]

I needed this. Thank you

[@agarcia7616]

I used a utility knife to scrape off it came up really quick

[@paultorns3228]

Hadn't thought about that one, awesome thank you

[@antoniobaskerville6823]

This waa a very good video and it was very informative

[@jfarinacci0329]

Really good video. Thank you.

[@marknye51.thefixitguy]

Cool.. We were looking at these 3 in 1 caulking tools.. I'll use my makita multi tool.!! But, what's the best way.to spread the caulking? When I worked foe a painting company we just use our caulking gun and finger and a wet rag..

[@182britania]

I found just a simple craft knife either side and it pulls out in one piece no mess ,all done in minutes ready to caulk and no damage to bath or decor.

[@annaloalbo4654]

Can you show me a pic of a craft knife?

[@182britania]

@@annaloalbo4654 a magnasson snap off knife

[@182britania]

@@annaloalbo4654 a magnasson snap off knife.

[@baldvale5418]

Great idea thank you very much.

[@Lughnerson]

There are non-metal, non-marring scrapers for multi-tools available.

[@DC-cb4mv]

Be careful not to protruding the mechanical tool too deep into the tile, may cause damage to the tanking

[@toppjimi7776]

I've only been in your country a very short distance 😂

[@robertbarnes7871]

Thanks for the video,, I’ve got to do mine also ....

[@williamtomlinson994]

Milti tool a great idea, I'm using tomorrow.

[@andrewwolfe542]

Love when he says it doesn’t matter what brand and whips out a RYOBI 😂😂😂😂

[@1nkman]

Worked like a charm... thank you!

[@ronvaldine2996]

Hi, would the multi-tool work better if the old caulking was a bit harder or a bit softer? Or doesn't matter much at all?

[@20MaRk23]

Dam! thank you for the video, that multi tool likes like a game changer. it will save my knees and back very tempted to get one 😂

[@alliemarie78]

Thank you for this video!

[@aarontooth]

Great video!

[@rebeccaspratling2865]

Wish I had a tool like this. My spouse is a truck driver and never home so when I redid all the caulking in the bathroom it took me forever to remove the old stuff. 😭 My dumb ass never looked into tools before doing it. Now that it's all done I find out about special tools that make it easier . Typical of me. 😂

[@Z-Ack]

Harbor freight, 15$.. is a lot louder than the expensive ones are but for a here and there use tool is well worth the money.. youll spend more on blades for it than the actual tool itself.. and if not a person who will use tools every day while your there pick up a 15$ corded drill, 20$ random orbit sander and a 7$ work light and you still wouldn't have spent as much as you would have buying the oscillating tool itself at a big box store...

[@gunnslinger7774]

Takes guts young lady.. You kicked its ass by hand...

[@marklittler784]

Should of heated it up.

[@cycledcnva]

Good for you to take this job on yourself instead of waiting for your husband to return! So what? You did the whole thing without a multi-tool. Even more admirable! You did it!

[@AJ-jx5gz]

Caulk my nemesis Just did this job it took 3 days. (I let it dry a day before caulking) Caulk came out in tiny pieces... one very severe cut w/utility knife. Goo gone & hair dryer did soften a bit. No drip caulk gun way better. One more tub to go. I will be trying my multi tool.Thanks from this handy gal

[@marionlewis4703]

I used a hairdryer to do this job very quickly.

[@ZE308AC]

The right tool for the right job

[@Me-vl4qp]

This wins the "Nastiest Tub Award"!!!

[@Letmegetsomesalsa]

Thank you well done.

[@raydavison2972]

Buy some silicon remover first guys before you start with the mechanical brute force! It's cheap and makes the job so much easier. Can't believe in two years no-one had mentioned this.

[@rambo3984]

My suggestion too

[@AJ-jx5gz]

I looked at that but it was not for fiberglass or acrylic tubs

[@ParArdua]

Awesome, thanks mate.

[@robliguori]

Thank you!

[@tpetrynec581]

Great info

[@annkehoe7079]

Just a tip on cleaning before caulking. Use vinegar to kill the mold, bleach after for color purposes.

[@TheVeganeater]

Razor blades scraper and alcohol thinner and a green sos pad.

[@AntonioAugusto1010]

Pro tip: If you cut the old caulking with a box cutter makes it a lot easier

[@taylorfausett177]

I swear, I was just thinking that!

[@InshoreAngler805]

Thanks for tip..i just did it while your video was playing..lol

[@rickamadoodle]

Ridgid or flexible scraper on the multitool?

[@Engelbird]

tip: boil a tea kettle of water. pour the hot water into the corners onto the caulk. this will soften it beforehand and make it a lot easier. be sure to dry it well after, of course.

[@Treegrower]

Make sure to let it dry before replying caulk if you do that. You don't want to lock in moisture. edit: nice :)

[@Engelbird]

@@Treegrower of course, and edited. thanks.

[@pprincess9823]

Good point! Thanks

[@JohnKotch]

of course!

[@22jduran]

Y don't just use hot water from the tub..?

[@winstonedwards]

Thanks for posting

[@aqeel123az]

thanks for information 👍 😊

[@meangreen7389]

Love your low, slight out of metronome speech. I believe you could garner 100,000’s of views if you provided a vid on constructing a coffin (s).

[@puddin94]

Thank you

[@PetePuebla]

I used to use my scraper to try and remove caulk. Those days are long gone since using my oscillating tool. It cuts thru caulk like butter.

[@jf8050]

I was expecting an IED as the last method in your video for removing the caulk.

[@iamlivingmybestlife]

Thanks brother

[@leonardberg5012]

If you have black mold on your caulking like in the video, make sure to wear a mask while removing it, you don't want to be breathing in that stuff!

[@vboy0001]

Utility knife works good too.

[@rummichawla]

Using all of them tools was wrong tools allow them make scratches Use only plastic Patti rolls working good and no scratches

[@mediocre923]

Sounds like a science teacher

[@GaryT1952]

You're right! Mr. Vargas from Fast Times at Ridgemont High

[@diehardfan173]

Good idea!

[@dogcomb47]

Good video.

[@josephking6515]

Thanks.👍

[@youngcarreviews5949]

Won’t the mole tie tool damage the bath

[@ernieragogini3994]

First put on gloves, eyewear, cover bottom of tub with old sheet (you’ll likely be working while in the tub at some point, cover drain. Rubber head hammer, box cutter or screwdriver. Position s/driver gently tap with hammer. My issue was quite different from the one depicted here (a no brainer). Space between tub and tile edge was about 1/8 to 1/4 in and in some places 1 inch deep. Get caulking rope (similar to weather stripping) Once caulk is removed, stuff the space with the rope, apply caulk with gun. This video really does not take into consideration troubleshooting. But if the tub and lowest tile meet, this seems to be OK. In short, it ain’t fun. Like to see some youtube stars tackle a practical and sometimes daunting problem. ⚒

[@maddierosemusic]

Yours sounds like a crooked tub and a nightmare. Put a level on your tub and see what it shows!!

[@jamestucker8088]

Thanks, I didn't know about backing rod. I have a big gap on one end of my tub and the caulk separates from the tub almost every year.

[@LinzseyslilPad]

Great video! would have knocked it out of the park with the after re-caulking photos

[@BrotherLarry]

If you have old caulk that's really stubborn this method can easily damage your tub's finish as you struggle to loosen the old caulk

[@splashgod653]

Th word is informative. But good job great video .

[@KD-mz5xv]

Thanks

[@michaelhorn9114]

FYI if you scrape the cast iron tub,and leave a black metal mark, it comes right off with aluminum siding cleaner! Works great! You're welcome!

[@lizzettecruz5054]

Thank you.

[@michaelhorn9114]

@@lizzettecruz5054 you are welcome

[@sanaamasum8398]

Thanks mate

[@kenquid8091]

Spray the caulk with WD40 first and leave it for 30 minutes and it'll come off a hell of a lot easier.

[@tobynfinn123]

Going to give this a try

[@mrantieverything2377]

@@tobynfinn123 did it work?

[@tobynfinn123]

@@mrantieverything2377 sorry didn't get round to it but will next week as the tiler is helping me

[@mrantieverything2377]

@@tobynfinn123 I tried the wd40 it helped

[@TheDolly089]

Thanks!

[@farealwitit7947]

gr8 tip thx!!!

[@Timetravel1111]

Holy hell that tub 🛀 had black mold, good thing you got rid of that!

[@JUMBOpin]

It happens a lot....

[@bighomiescrap9452]

Nice 👍🏽 Thanks

[@Jrhnhemp]

Is there a plastic scraper blade for the multi tool that can be used on a fiberglass backstop and tub?

[@haleyfleury3516]

Yes someone in the comment section above said that they make them I personally have not seen any but I don’t own this tool yet unfortunately. I have an electric saw but I don’t see that working well! Lol