How to Easily Remove Old Caulking From a Door Frame
Caulk provides an excellent weather seal between certain objects such as doors and windows. The caulk adheres to both the wall and the door or window frame, which then seals out moisture and other debris. Over time, caulk can begin to deteriorate and lift up from either surface. When this happens, water can infiltrate and begin to cause damage to the underlying structures. When it comes time to replace the old caulking around your door frame, a few simple steps will leave you with a surface ready to receive new caulk. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Apply a caulk remover to the caulk. This product will soften up the caulk and begin the lifting process from the underlying structure. Follow the directions for the caulk remover you select.
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Angle your utility knife so that the blade is parallel with the door frame and slice into the caulk. Slide the utility knife down the door frame to lift up that edge of caulk. Repeat for the edge along the wall.
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Remove any remaining chunks of caulk with either a caulk removal tool or a five-in-one tool. Hook either tool behind the chunk of caulk and pull forward to dislodge it.
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Tips & Warnings
After removing the caulk, clean any remaining dirt and debris from around the door frame or wall to prepare it to receive new caulk. Caulk does not stick well to dirt.
