In this episode of TORQUE & TAPE, a seasoned tradesman walks the listener through one of the most misunderstood skills in home maintenance: choosing and applying the right caulk. What seems like a simple squeeze-and-smooth job quickly reveals itself as a test of judgment, material knowledge, ...
In this episode of TORQUE & TAPE, a seasoned tradesman walks the listener through one of the most misunderstood skills in home maintenance: choosing and applying the right caulk. What seems like a simple squeeze-and-smooth job quickly reveals itself as a test of judgment, material knowledge, and patience. Through lived experience and quiet confidence, the episode breaks down why caulk fails, how the wrong choice leads to repeat repairs, and what professionals see that most homeowners miss. The tone is calm, grounded, and reassuring, focused on empowering the listener to stop guessing and start working with intention. This is not about shortcuts or cosmetic fixes—it’s about doing the job once and doing it right.