What kind of caulk to use around windows (exterior)?
by April
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Can someone recommend the best caulking for windows on the outdoor side?
I bought a home last July. It's old but in pretty decent condition. New windows were installed all around the home by the previous owners before I moved in. When it started raining, the windows starting leaking. All of them. I tried two different caulks at Home Depot, it stopped it about 85%, but they all still leak. I had a window guy come by, and he said he couldn't figure out why the leaking was happening cuz the windows are new. I'm planning on stripping all the caulking off and redoing every window. Any advice on what is the best brand?
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Most caulking for windows and doors is done from the outside. All caulk containers will tell you what they can be used for so be sure to buy the right kind. You can also buy paintable caulks so look for this as part of the product. Door seals like foam, rubber gaskets, etc can be changed if they are torn or missing any parts. Check at your local hardware store for all of these items.
Make sure you buy the right type of caulking and then apply utilizing a caulking gun. I smooth it with my finger because I've never found a tool that does as good a job with the results I prefer.
I prefer SILICONE lasts longer and it is clear.
Exterior flexible silicon caulk such as Dynaflex is a great choice! I seals the gaps and allows for expansion and contraction. I hope this helps!
Remove old caulk and replace with new. It’s important to maintain the caulking.