· By Ollie Marsh · 1 min read
Silicone like a pro: the masking tape trick
A straight, smooth bead of sealant every time, with two strips of tape and a wet finger.
A neat bead of silicone is mostly about preparation.
- Cut out all the old sealant. New silicone won’t stick to old.
- Clean and dry the joint, ideally overnight.
- Run two strips of masking tape, one on each side of the joint, 3 mm apart.
- Fill the bath with water first if it’s a bath, so it’s at its lowest when the sealant sets.
- Run the bead in one go, smooth it with a wet finger, and pull the tape off straight away.
Leave it 24 hours before the first shower.