Edit ArticleHow to Caulk Shower Enclosures Two Parts:Removing the Old CaulkApplying the CaulkCommunity Q&A Caulking a shower enclosure is one of the least expensive ways to protect a bathroom from moisture damage. Choose a caulk that is designed both for bathrooms and for mildew resistance. Silicone caulk forms a stronger seal than latex caulk, but latex caulk is easier to clean and remove if the seal fails. Thoroughly cleaning the surface that you are caulking will ensure that your caulk adheres properly and maintains a seal longer. Note that before beginning, you will need to remove all traces of the old caulk. Scrub the work area using a bathroom cleaner that will remove soap scum. Remove the old caulk using a utility knife or a razor blade. Be careful not to scratch the surface of the shower enclosure. If the caulk will not scrape off, then blow hot air against the surface using a hair dryer to loosen the seal. Use a vacuum cleaner with an attachment to vacuum the joint.
Allow the shower to sit overnight without being used. A caulk gun is an inexpensive tool that will make caulking your shower enclosure faster and easier. You will need to buy specially designed tubes of caulk to fit into your caulk gun. Load the caulk tube into the caulk gun, pulling the pressure rod back and sliding the bottom of the tube into the device. Squeeze the trigger gently until the pressure rod makes contact with the base of the caulk tube. Cut the tip of the tube at a 45-degree angle using a pair of scissors. Rest the opening of the tube against the point where one of the vertical seams of the shower enclosure meets the ceiling or the soffit. Squeeze the trigger gently and pull down slowly on the caulk gun, guiding the nozzle along the joint and squeezing out a steady stream of caulk. Rest the curved tip of the back of a plastic spoon at the beginning of your caulk line. Wipe the exterior of the caulk tube and the spoon with a damp sponge.
Move on to the next joint to be caulked and repeat the steps until you have caulked all of the shower joints. Allow the caulk to cure for 24 to 48 hours before you use the shower again. Show more unanswered questions If you don’t want to purchase a caulk gun, then you can apply caulk using a squeezable tube. Do not try to fill gaps that are more than 1/4” wide with caulk. For larger gaps, stuff the gap with backer material or with specially designed waxed rope. Then, caulk over the top of the backing material. Make sure that you plan to apply the caulk in one single session. Stopping, going to a new activity, and returning can affect the adhesion of the caulk, which will create entry points for water and mildew. Never use exterior caulk in your bathroom. Exterior caulk is designed to endure different environmental pressures and will not provide the same level of protection as a specially designed bathroom caulk.At Giant Glass & Mirror we stand behind our products and services with a 100% guarantee.
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He came immediately to measure and provide his ideas on some options. He committed to meet our deadline at no extra cost. He arrived as promised From start to finish Giant Glass exceeded our expectations. Work was done in a timely manner, and end results are great. Joseph really knows his business and his customers. At the moment we are doing many renovations to our home and Joe's company was a breath of fresh air. So easy, professional, and the frameless glass shower door looks amazing. Joseph was very helpful and friendly during the presentation of choices. The staff was very nice and even assisted my Mom get up in a time of need. The work was done in a timely manner and the door is beautiful. I reccommend Joseph and staff.Giant Glass and Mirror in Fort Lauderdale does phenomenal work! They truly have a team of experts and professionals! I hired them to redo both of the showers in my bathrooms. I had really old styled showers and ancient metal pieces and I wanted to have glass shower enclosures instead.
Joe and his crew members added custom mirrors, frameless shower doors, and custom glass shelves to our townhome. I could not be any happier with the end results. Totally exceeded my expectations!!! Joe and all his time were Prompt, friendly, courteous, and hard working. You will not regret going witMODULAModula - is a state-of-the-art modular system designed to function without doors in oversized shower areas. Versatile, sophisticated and modern, the system can be adapted to any type of space. Modula can be mounted flush with the floor or on a shower tray. Its separate elements made of safety glass come with an optional easy-to-clean, anti-limescale coating. The system’s silicone-free assembly is not only more elegant but also significantly reduces the chance of mould growth. Modula offers a spacious, hygienic shower area—an experience of true wellness. FLATFLAT - The smooth appearance makes the series FLAT unique and represents an absolute novelty in the shower enclosure sector.
The hinge elements and the handle are sunk perfectly in the 8 mm safety glass. The most important characteristics of this series, which was designed in co-operation with the well-known Italian Design studio Talocci Design, are further the clear lines and the unique going through styling, which underlines the elegance and simplicity. Through the selection of particular and innovative materials, which are used in the filigree parts of the hinge, a flush hinge could be developed - inside and out – and therefore it is extremely easy to clean. Also through the combination of an elegant glass satinization and a high-quality adhesion method, the vertical, siliconefree profiles are surface concise or flush. The upper, parallel to the glass fixed support, which is integrated in the profile and in the hinge, provides another technical highlight – it is assembly-friendly, which allows the entire series to become a perfect symbiosis between Design, functionality and technology. X-LINEX-LINE - Frameless shower cubicles in noble perfection
So that would best describe the series X-Line for modern space solutions. The very successful sleek and modern lines of all elements, such as the hinge, the handle, the wall angle and the support emohasize the elegance and lightness of this series. The chrome plated metal hinge with up to 270° pendulum swing is flush an the inside and thus has ideal cleaning properties. The non-visible rise and fall mechanism guarantees a protection of the lower sealing lip, enabling a smooth closing of the door. The entire series consists of 8 mm thoughened safety glass and is available as a special measure in various widths and heights up to 2200 mm. The adjustment of 5 mm an all door and side panel elements ensures easy mounting. E-LITEE-Lite - a frameless glass shower enclosure with large swinging doors. The E-Lite series features showers that are particularly striking in their transparency and clean lines, expressly created by leading Roman firm Talocci Design. The separate elements are made of safety glass optionally covered with a special anti-limescale coating, which makes it remarkably easy to clean and improves hygiene in the shower area.
An up-and-down lifting mechanism not only facilitates opening and closing of the doors, but also releases the door’s waterproof seal at the bottom. This feature ensures the longest possible life for the seal, which is usually subject to a lot of wear-and-tear. Silicone-free installation ensures a clean look and prevents yellowing and the formation of ould in nooks and crannies. COMBICOMBI/COMBI FREE - frameless shower enclosures with a patented design from Provex. The shower enclosures and bath partitions of the Combi and Combi Free series combine a classic wall mount with functional, innovative hinge technology. The models of this series, designed and developed in-house at Provex, have no border on the horizontal frame. The single elements made from shatterproof glass owe their excellent stability to adjustable metal supports, which are integrated into the overall look of the design. The hinges are attached flush with the surface, so cleaning is easy. The door elements of Combi Free are designed to swivel 180° for more comfort and to maximise entry width S-LITES-Lite - a glass shower enclosure with a unique, patented system of sliding doors.
The S-Lite series is a shower enclosure outfitted with sliding doors. The series owes its unparalleled lightness and transparency to a Provex innovation: the doors are not suspended from the top frame but rest on ball-bearing wheels on the lower, exterior edge of the shower. This technique not only suits Talocci Design’s minimalist look, but also supports much larger doors than hanging. The ball bearings are self-lubricating, silent, and require virtually no maintenance. S-Lite offers simple, silicone-free assembly and perfect stability; its optional anti-limescale coating makes it remarkably easy to clean. ELEGANCEElegance is a flexible, attractive system of partial-framed glass shower enclosures. The design creates a light, transparent look by eliminating the use of horizontal profiles completely. The convenience of large swinging doors contributes to the resulting open, spacious feel. Its separate elements made of safety glass come optionally with an easy-to-clean, anti-limescale coating.
The system’s silicone-free assembly is not only more elegant but also significantly reduces the chance of mould growth. VARIOVario - a universal shower enclosure for unique spaces. The Vario series offers shower enclosures with maximum flexibility— designed to fit almost any space—and a wide range of customised configurations. This series also comes with partial framing and has no horizontal profiles, providing excellent transparency and a spacious feel. Vario series showers are extremely stable due the use of additional metal support columns. Vario is a synthesis of the many advantages of a high-grade shower enclosure by Provex. Silicone-free installation ensures a clean look and prevents yellowing and the formation of mould in nooks and crannies. LOOKVariable Duschkabinen in Teilrahmenkonstruktion mit besonders großen Schwingtüren. Look ist ein variables formschönes System für Teilrahmen-Duschkabinen aus Glas. Die Konstruktion verzichtet vollständig auf den Einsatz von Querverbindungen, so entsteht eine leichte, transparente Optik, die einen großzügigen Raumeindruck entstehen lässt, unterstützt durch große, komfortable Schwingtüren.
Die einzelnen Elemente aus 6 mm Sicherheitsglas können optional mit einer reinigungsfreundlichen Anti-Kalk Veredelung versehen werden. Die silikonfreie Installation sorgt für höchste Ästhetik und verhindert nachhaltig die Bildung von Gilb und Schimmel in Nischen und Winkeln. ARCOArco - transparent design and quality workmanship in a preassembled shower enclosure. The many different showers available in the Arco series will win you over with transparency, simple design, maximum stability, and exceptional waterproofing. The shower comes preassembled so need only be mounted. Its optional anti-limescale coating, high-grade, 6 mm-thick safety glass, and releasable sliding elements contribute to easy, thorough cleaning and ensure a pristine shower area over the long term CLASSICClassic - a versatile preassembled shower enclosure that is an outstanding value. These stable, versatile framed shower enclosures feature excellent waterproofing, an outstanding price-quality ratio, and easy installation since they are preassembled.
All models come with sliding doors, the separate elements of which can be released for easy, effective, and thorough cleaning. Transparent design, quality manufacturing, and options of fine chrome and silver available make models of this series a centrepiece for any bathroom. As with all Provex products, the Classic series with wall and door elements can optionally be covered with an anti-limescale coating that has a two-year warranty. POINTPOINT - a universal folding bathscreen that is truly watertight. Point series bathscreens can be adapted to any bathtub. Between one and four separate screens can be used, depending on space and preference. The elements are made of acrylic and polystryene or safety glass. Another benefit of the system is its functional up-and-down lifting mechanism: this allows for precise positioning of the bathscreen on the rim of the bathtub, and ensures optimal waterproofing. The screen swivels 180 degrees for easier, more thorough cleaning. Silicone-free installation ensures a clean look and prevents yellowing and the formation of mould in nooks and crannies.