Dumb question about tube of caulk
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It seems to me that this has a cap on it that must be pulled off, but I can't get it to pull off. IS this a cap? If so, what's the secret to removing it? If it's not a cap, once I've used the caulk and there's still some left, what's the best way to keep it soft for a later use? Cover the end with aluminum foil or something?
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It looks like you have to put a puncture hole at the end from what I see. As for it lasting , maybe putting the tube in a ziplock bag that may aid in keeping for later use.
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Janet Pizaro
on May 08, 2016
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That is not a cap. It is made that way so the caulk comes out in different widths. You can cut it open with the little hole on your caulking gun or use a scissors. To keep it fresh use either an electrical cap or just tape it with blue painters tape.
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Dee
on May 08, 2016
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There should have been a cap on the end. The plastic on the end right now should be cut with a sharp knife or scissors, at an angle, to allow a nice even bead of caulk to be applied. The farther you cut down that shaft, the wider the bead will be. If you just puncture a hole, it's not going to be able to flow out in a nice steady line. If you can't find the cap, you can put the tube in a sealed bag or go ask for an extra cap at the hardware store...they probably have spare caps.
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MN Mom
on May 08, 2016
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It is a cap. It snaps on. Wrap the tip with two fingers and press the ring with your thumb. and pull off.
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William
on May 08, 2016
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Cut the plastic tip where the score line is. When done cover the end with plastic wrap . Make sure you wrap the tip good with the plastic wrap so air doesn't get in and harden it.
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Kathleen frostic
on May 08, 2016
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It's a cap and does help a little when used. Make sure you take it off, then cut an 1/8 of an inch off . Some tubes of caulk require you poke them to remove an extra layer of protection.
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Dery Antonio Barrios Saucedo
on May 08, 2016
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I use a small pair of pliers to remove the cap. When I'm done I put a nail in the hole and wrap it in electrical tape . It looks like yours has the cap on, they are kinda hard to get off.
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Jean Myles
on May 08, 2016
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Once opened, I wrap a screw in clear wrap and push it in.
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Marion Nesbitt
on May 08, 2016
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HEY, LOUISE! Did you get the cap off. Just asking. By the way, the cap is supposed to seal the tip so the caulk won't harden. Doesn't always work. A tip for everyone. If your store away a used tube of caulk for a long time, you can reconstitute (long word) it. If you can squeeze the tube, the caulk is still soft inside, but too stiff to squeeze out. What I have done is microwave the tube for 30 SECONDS - SECONDS I said =:). It will be hot, but usable again.
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William
on May 09, 2016
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Hi Jean, I cut the tip off diagonally with a utility knife, poke a hole inside the tip with the metal pin provided on the caulk gun, when done, insert an appropriate sized screw as a seal or purchase a 'cap' specifically designed for this purpose. Great question and best of luck.
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Diana Deiley
on Sep 07, 2016
Janet Pizaro
on May 08, 2016
Dee
on May 08, 2016
MN Mom
on May 08, 2016
Kathleen frostic
on May 08, 2016
Dery Antonio Barrios Saucedo
on May 08, 2016
Jean Myles
on May 08, 2016
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