Water-based sealants are relatively thin and inexpensive. They’re easy to apply as the thin consistency makes them spreadable. Water-based sealants also emit fewer odors and VOCs (volatile ...

To prevent excess sealant from spreading, carefully apply painter's tape around the leaky area or the entire windshield border in case you plan to reseal the whole thing. If you're using a ...

What our tester says: “The frame on this model rotated more smoothly than all the other units we tested, making it incredibly easy to apply caulk and sealant evenly.”—Tom Scalisi ...

Using a traditional, manual caulk gun can be a little bit of a pain. They can be difficult to control when applying a consistent rate, as it relies on your own ability to apply regular pressure.

Q: My landlord’s novice repair person caulked around the bathtub — twice. Both times, the caulk pulled away from the wall. Why? And what’s the right way to do it? A: New caulk doesn’t ...