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MP4VT2004

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In my experience, non-paintable caulk is more durable...


...due to its silicone content, but that's also what makes it non-paintable. Recently I've seen some good siliconized latex caulks that offer better durability but still allow the caulk to be painted, which is nice.

I'd probably cut out what you can, and then apply new paintable caulk over all the areas before painting. Any of the old caulk that remains exposed is not going to accept paint and may allow the paint to begin peeling back.

(In response to this post by FfxStationHokie)

Posted: 11/08/2021 at 07:46AM


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