Asked on Mar 09, 2018

Corian countertop butts up to clay tile back splash.

Jemark
by Jemark
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Grout cracks and falls out during seasonal temperature changes. Would caulking work better? If so, acrylic? Silicone? ...or what?
Thank you! JMK


  4 answers
  • Gk Gk on Mar 09, 2018
    Clear caulking works great. Go to your local hardware store and ask questions.

  • Alice Alice on Mar 09, 2018
    Yes, either would work better, both are flexible and can help absorb movement, whereas the grout can crack

  • Laura Cooper Laura Cooper on Mar 09, 2018
    Regardless of counter and backsplash materials, there should be a thin bead of caulk to create a waterproof seal where they join. If the counter is light colored, you can use white silicone. If it's dark, I recommend clear or for a premium you can buy color matched silicone.

  • Amanda Amanda on Mar 09, 2018
    Hello. I would caulk it. I always caulk when there are seams or corners. Silicone works well.