Reddit reviews Homax 5850-10-06 Perfect Bead Caulk Finisher
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Smooths caulk for the Perfect BeadFlexible rubber head forces caulk into jointsWon't scratch or damage surfacesErgonomic handles provides a comfortable gripIncludes flat edge to clean up caulk residueContains 1 tool
Put tape down first, and pull it off while the caulk is still wet to get a nice smooth edge.
Cutting the end of the caulk tube at a 45 degree angle and the right size for the bead you're going for is crucial. Too small and you won't be putting enough caulk in, too big and you'll be pulling too much off as you try to smooth it and wind up making a mess.
Use either a caulk tool, or a damp finger to get a nice clean bead.
Keep plenty of paper towels on hand to keep your finger/tool clean, and a few damp ones to keep moistening your finger/caulk tool (damp, not dripping).
It's similar to mudding drywall in that almost anyone can do it, but it is an art form to make it look great.
I had a big issue getting my caulk bead to look smooth, I bought one of these types of tools and it worked great. I just couldn't seem to apply the right pressure - might have helped if I were sober the times I attempted to use caulk, but whatever.