How to choose the right type of caulk As you examine your home, check the caulking on the inside and the outside of the window. The location determines what type of caulk you’ll need.

Just be careful. You want to use real, 100-per-cent silicone caulking, not one of the new “siliconized” caulkings that are out there. They won’t work nearly as well in this application.

Here's how to apply and maintain the stuff, and why it's so important. The post How to Caulk Sinks, Tubs, and Windows Like a Pro appeared first on Real Estate News and Advice - realtor.com.