Make sure the joints are thoroughâ€" ly dry before caulkâ€" ing. To accomplish this,â€" dry â€" deep crevices with the blade of a putty knife covered with a cloth or use a hair For best results, never caulk when the temperature falls ‘below 50° Fahrenheit. As a rule, you will need oneâ€"half cartridge per door or window, four cartridges for the foundation sill, and two cartridges for a twoâ€"storey chimâ€" ney. Since caulking compound is availâ€" able in a variety of types, ask for assisâ€" tance from a knowlâ€" edgeable salesclerk regarding which is best for your particâ€" ular needs. tridges * oakum, glass fiber strips, caulking cotâ€" ton or sponge rubâ€" ber * a putty knife or screw driver. Other potential trouble spots include: the area between the winâ€" dow sills and frames and the sidâ€" ing; at joints between the door frame and the top of the door and siding; at corners formed by siding; the area where the foundaâ€" tion sill and the wood _ structure meet; at outside water faucets and outlets; the area between porches and the main body of the house; and the area where the chimney and masonry meet the siding. C a ud k in g requires no special skills and only a few tools: * ladder * caulking gun To determine where caulking is needed, look at all your windows and doors. If the caulkâ€" ing is old and cracked or missing in spots, new caulkâ€" ing is indicated. Drafts are also a good indication of faulty caulking. Now‘s a good time to prevent energy loss j he â€" cost incurred in caulkâ€" ing your home can easily be returned to you in energy savâ€" ings within two years. The higher the temperature variance over the years, the quicker the return of your investment. caulking carâ€" dryer. Be sure to remove any paint buildâ€"up, dirt, or deteriorating caulk. In hot weather, if the caulk becomes runny, place it in the refrigerator for $172,900. 3â€"bdrm., rec. room fenced yard. For details, call JACKIE, 844â€"5000. EAST OAKVILLE BEAUTY $599,000. Customâ€"built home of over 5,000 sq. ft. For an appt. calll JACKIE, 844â€"5000. JACKIE van‘t HULLENAAR "Your personal realtor... for life" YOU‘RE #1 WITH ME! SCHELL SOLUTION SUPER STARTER LINK IN GLEN ABBEY Deluxe home totally renovated. 4 bdr. up 2 bd nanny‘s quarters down. 6 skylights, fireplace with high efficienâ€" cy furnace $549,900 or $3,300 mthly. Call Paul Schell direct line 416â€"720â€"3535. Sales Representative sulton group â€" people properties inc. AN INDEPENDENT MEMBER BROKER an hour or two. The ideal time to caulk is when you are painting your home. 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