Getting done with a home repair or renovation project can be so exciting.
The pride of accomplishment, that joy at being able to say you did it yourself, and the newly renovated space all add to the excitement.
So, the last thing you have left to do is put that bead of caulk around the edge and you will be finished.
Suddenly, you realize that the caulk does match the tile grout and if you put it around the edge, your entire project will look ridiculous.
What is a homeowner to do? Try one of the suggestions below to help you choose the right color caulk so you can tastefully finish off the job at hand.
Slim Choices When it comes to colored caulk, the options are very limited.
Most manufacturers only offer caulk in two colors - white and clear.
Occasionally, you can find grey or beige caulk at a home improvement store, hardware store or paint specialty store.
If you are set on finding caulk that is a specific color, the best way to see if it even exists is to do a web search with the color and the word caulk.
You may happen upon a specialty manufacturer who can provide you with custom caulk for a significantly higher price, but in the color that you have your heart set on.
If purchasing custom caulk online, be sure that you purchase enough at one time; you may have trouble matching the color if you run short.
White Caulk White caulk can be a great option for those areas that have white in or next to them.
For example, if the bathtub is white, it is not a bad choice to put white caulk along the seam between the floor tiles and the bottom edge of the bathtub.
While it may not match the color of the grout in the tiling, it will blend in perfectly with the bathtub.
Since the color matches at least one surface, there will be the appearance of continuity from one area to the next.
Clear Caulk If white is not an option because it will not match either adjacent surface and you do not want to spend a lot of money on custom caulk colors, there is really only one option left: Clear caulk.
It can blend in just as smoothly as white caulk, but it allows the edges to remain seen.
If there are gaps between the two spaces or if the transition between spaces is not professionally finished, you may want to choose clear caulk that can be painted.
This is a good solution for seams between chair rails or molding and walls.
You can easily paint over the transition area while hiding the rough or semi-rough seam.
When you choose the right color caulk to complete a job, you ensure that the entire project is finished properly and looks professionally done.
While you think no one will notice, caulking is usually one of the first thing people notice when they look at the details in the room.
The pride of accomplishment, that joy at being able to say you did it yourself, and the newly renovated space all add to the excitement.
So, the last thing you have left to do is put that bead of caulk around the edge and you will be finished.
Suddenly, you realize that the caulk does match the tile grout and if you put it around the edge, your entire project will look ridiculous.
What is a homeowner to do? Try one of the suggestions below to help you choose the right color caulk so you can tastefully finish off the job at hand.
Slim Choices When it comes to colored caulk, the options are very limited.
Most manufacturers only offer caulk in two colors - white and clear.
Occasionally, you can find grey or beige caulk at a home improvement store, hardware store or paint specialty store.
If you are set on finding caulk that is a specific color, the best way to see if it even exists is to do a web search with the color and the word caulk.
You may happen upon a specialty manufacturer who can provide you with custom caulk for a significantly higher price, but in the color that you have your heart set on.
If purchasing custom caulk online, be sure that you purchase enough at one time; you may have trouble matching the color if you run short.
White Caulk White caulk can be a great option for those areas that have white in or next to them.
For example, if the bathtub is white, it is not a bad choice to put white caulk along the seam between the floor tiles and the bottom edge of the bathtub.
While it may not match the color of the grout in the tiling, it will blend in perfectly with the bathtub.
Since the color matches at least one surface, there will be the appearance of continuity from one area to the next.
Clear Caulk If white is not an option because it will not match either adjacent surface and you do not want to spend a lot of money on custom caulk colors, there is really only one option left: Clear caulk.
It can blend in just as smoothly as white caulk, but it allows the edges to remain seen.
If there are gaps between the two spaces or if the transition between spaces is not professionally finished, you may want to choose clear caulk that can be painted.
This is a good solution for seams between chair rails or molding and walls.
You can easily paint over the transition area while hiding the rough or semi-rough seam.
When you choose the right color caulk to complete a job, you ensure that the entire project is finished properly and looks professionally done.
While you think no one will notice, caulking is usually one of the first thing people notice when they look at the details in the room.
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