If these joints aren’t caulked, water can easily get behind them and into the wall.
Rinse the area and dry it with a clean rag.
Caulk adheres best to a clean surface, so double-check the walls and trim are completely clean and dry.
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The lower down on the tube you cut, the larger the opening and resulting caulk bead.
For trim, a 1/4- to 3/8-inch bead is good.
Some caulk tubes have markings on the tip indicating where to cut for various bead sizes.
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The caulk will be easier to apply if it is slightly warm.
Apply Caulk
Place the applicator tip against the shower surface at a 45-degree angle.
Apply a small, uniform bead of caulk all the way around each part of the shower trim.
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It is important to cover the whole seam because water can leak through even the smallest gap.
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What is an Escutcheon?
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Using warm water works best.
The goal is to leave a small, neat bead that still fully covers the gaps around the trim.
How much caulk is wiped away is up to personal preference.
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Some people like to leave fairly large caulk lines, but small, thin beads usually look better.
If youve used squeeze-tube caulk for this project, simply replace the cap to store it.
All caulk should be stored in an upright position.
