How to caulk baseboard gaps?

caulking...it can come in a cartridge, or in a smaller amount from a squeeze tube.hats for smaller gaps. How big is the gap at the base board?

Baseboards. Seal narrow cracks with paintable or clear latex caulk, either at the top or along the bottom where the baseboards meet the floor. Run a continuous bead of caulk along the gap and smooth it with a caulk tool or wet finger. Wipe away the excess caulk with a damp cloth.

Caulk is your best bet for baseboards.

Use paintable caulk. Joint compound will crack with the wood movement.

Use painters caulk. Let it dry then it is paintable

I have used caulking to fill small cracks and then painted either the gun or a tube depending on the amount to fill

use wooden beading trim or sealant........

If you're caulking, painters tape above and below will give you a straight line. If you meant chalk paint, I've used it on baseboard. Clean well, prime if stained, and then paint. It will probably take two coats.

Hello. I have filled gaps with caulk. You could also add a quarter round molding to the bottom to hide the gap.

Amanda has the least expensive answer, especially if you get a caulk that matches the floor color.

I might take it as an opportunity to take the old woodwork out and step up in value and design. Especially if you'd like to go a little more traditional and stylish than the simple builder's grade. Just a thought.☺

100% paintable silicone caulk. You can also use clear silicone caulk.

Only caulk the part of the baseboard that touches the wall, do not caulk along the floor.

You can purchase beige caulk to fill in the holes. Smooth off with a damp cloth before it dries.

There are paintable silicone caulks that you could use if you can't find the color you need to match.

Latex caulk will work fine. For good adhesion, clean the dust thoroughly and make the existing grout a tiny bit moist. Use a damp paper towel for that and blot the points of contact. Silicone caulk gathers dust and dirt, so try to avoid that.

I would use a latex caulk.

Caulk was applied between my new baseboards and tile floor. It is now 10 years later and with concrete slab & temperature changes, it still 'slips' down to the floor and has to be scrubbed away. Don't caulk between tile and baseboard!

Only a few answers here actually get the heart of the question and one I also have: how do you stop the draft between the baseboard and the wood floor when the baseboad is level but the floor isn't? Sometimes I feel like I'm sitting in an overheated room and my feet are out in an icestorm. I too wondered about caulking but hesitated because it would touch the floor -- that's how big the gap is in places. Quarterround would solve the problem...probably...but it is a time-consuming and would be difficult since the trim would jut forward at the door openings.

So, if I might refine the question...is there a product available that can be applied with a caulking gun or fingers that is not caulk?

use latex paint just let it run on the floor and then use a grinder tyo remove excess

Cheat: Stuff the holes with tissue paper and then seal them in with whiteatoothpaste.

Thanks to all who responded but I think Jerry's solution might just do the trick. I am handy with caulking guns. Thanks, Jerry. Exactly what I needed to know.

From your picture the flooring was not cut wide or long enough before applying the baseboard. I would buy enough quarter round trim paint to match the baseboard and nail into place it will cover those rough edges and give you a nice neat finish you are looking for.

Small gaps like that you can use wood filler .. wait till it dry, sand, add if needed more and paint

It can be caulked or you can add a quarter round molding there.

Be aware that changes in temperature affect the gaps you might be talking about. I have caulked my gaps two times, esp. with a silicone caulk, and in winter gaps get bigger, summer, they go back to normal. I live in Pennsylvania. Anyway the most satisfactory gap filler was quarter round molding.

Paintable silicone caulk will work well. If you have a lot to do, buy a caulk gun for ease of application. They are very inexpensive and will make the job easier.

Hello, first protect the floor with painter's tape, then apply a beige latex caulk, smooth it as needed then remove the painter tape carefully before the caulk dries. You will be happy with the results. Hope this helps you out https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hNgeF9ipYSQ

Use a paintable silicone caulk. The silicone caulking will move with the wall. Then after installing and patching just paint it the same color as the wall.

Caulking gun and caulk but you need to do it on the whole perimeter of your baseboard

Yes put a thin caulk on the base if you want usually they don’t do that .it looks good like that that is like that because not every floor it flat.

Hi Sharon, here's a video that will give you a method.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9riTpAjyfLM

I used spray foam insulation. No more draft in this 1906 building. Also from time to time some "furry friends" have been known to sneak through there. Haven't seen them in a while either.

I just watched a caulking video on You Tube. I would only do top of baseboards. Floating floors may be affected by caulk as it expands.

Yes definitely fill the gap

To make your baseboards look great you can use panintable caulk. Most tubes fit into a caulk gun and you can change the size of the "line" by cutting the end of the caulk tube off either higher or lower to apply more or less. Then take your bare finger and run along the caulk line to smooth the line out for a professional appearance.

Mix caulking with a little ta to get a better colour mix. fill the holes. Leave to dry then sand down flush. Seal with clear varnish.

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Hi Sharon: You can use wood putty to fill in the area. Put in a goodly amount and then smooth it out with either a plastic spoon or your finger, which you should stick in some water each time you want to touch the putty, to keep the putty from sticking to your finger and making a smoother edging. Let it dry completely before sweeping, mopping or vacuuming the area.

Caulking is an art; it's like finger painting! Use a Silicone (my preference) or Acrylic waterproofing caulk that matches the color of your baseboards, or clear. You'll need a caulking gun, caulking (GE SILICONE WATERPROOF), painters tape and a caulking tool kit! Less is best!

Tape off the walls, floors and the top of the baseboards leaving only the gap open. This makes it easy and helps keep it looking neat! Do the entire length of each baseboard. Use the caulking tool to smooth out the bead.

Hope this helps you out!

Caulking is an art; it's like finger painting! Use a Silicone (my preference) or Acrylic waterproofing caulk that matches the color of your baseboards, or clear. You'll need a caulking gun, caulking (GE SILICONE WATERPROOF), painters tape and a caulking tool kit! Less is best!

Tape off the walls, floors and the top of the baseboards leaving only the gap open. This makes it easy and helps keep it looking neat! Do the entire length of each baseboard. Use the caulking tool to smooth out the bead.

Hope this helps you out!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ICCj4N-b000

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZuLuAbzZyZ0

Hope those videos can help!

Hi Sharon: I'd use a clear caulking. Use a small opening in the caulking tube and smooth the caulk out using your wet finger or an ice cube for a nice look.