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Total linear feet = 10 x 12 = 120 ft. Volume = (0.25 x 0.25 x 120 x 12) / 1.805 = 50 fl oz. Tubes needed = 50 / 10.3 = 5 tubes. Cost = 5 x $7 = $35
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Total linear feet = 15 + 20 = 35 ft. Volume = (0.375 x 0.375 x 12 x 35) / 1.805 = 32.7 fl oz. Tubes needed = ceil(32.7 / 10.3) = 4 tubes. Cost = 4 x $7 = $28
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Total linear feet = 150 ft. Volume = (0.5 x 0.5 x 12 x 150) / 1.805 = 249.3 fl oz. Tubes needed = ceil(249.3 / 10.3) = 25 tubes. Cost = 25 x $8 = $200
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Use 1/4" beads for most interior trim and baseboards, 3/8" for windows and doors, and 1/2" for larger gaps or exterior joints. The joint should be slightly overfilled then tooled smooth.
100% silicone caulk is best for bathrooms due to superior water resistance and mold/mildew resistance. It lasts 20+ years but is not paintable. Use kitchen/bath specific formulas with antimicrobial additives.
Measure the perimeter of each window where caulk will be applied (typically around the frame). A standard window averages 12 linear feet of caulking. Multiply number of windows by 12 feet for a quick estimate.
Latex/acrylic and paintable silicone caulks can be painted after curing (1-24 hours). Standard 100% silicone caulk is not paintable. Polyurethane caulk is paintable after 3-10 days. Always check the product label.
Latex/acrylic caulk dries in 1-2 hours and cures in 24 hours. Silicone caulk skins over in 1 hour and fully cures in 24 hours. Polyurethane takes 3-10 days to fully cure. Avoid water exposure during curing.
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Last Updated: Feb 13, 2026
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