Using a Caulk Gun

If you’ve never used a caulk gun, there are a few things to know.  The plunger is engaged and disengaged by simply turning the hooked portion at the back.

On most models there is a cutter.  The cutter is to trim the tip of the tube of caulk.  When doing so make sure to trim at a good angle and an appropriate sized hole for the project.  At the front of most caulk guns there is a wire that swivels out.  This is to punch holes in the seal at the top of the tube of caulk.  Simply punch it, firmly, several times down the spout.