Dumb question about tube of caulk

Question

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?

Janet Pizaro · Answer

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.

Dee · Answer

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.

MN Mom · Answer

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.

William · Answer

It is a cap. It snaps on. Wrap the tip with two fingers and press the ring with your thumb. and pull off.

Kathleen frostic · Answer

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.

Dery Antonio Barrios Saucedo · Answer

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.

Jean Myles · Answer

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.

Marion Nesbitt · Answer

Once opened, I wrap a screw in clear wrap and push it in.

William · Answer

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.

Diana Deiley · Answer

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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