Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. catinsyrup / Getty Images Open caulk can be used for up to two months by sealing the end of the tube and storing it in a cool, dry ...

Applying caulk to a surface that isn't fully dry is the single most common cause of early failure — even surfaces that look dry often aren't. Caulking over old residue prevents proper bonding, causing ...

Open caulk can be used for up to two months by sealing the end of the tube and storing it in a cool, dry location. Seal opened caulk tubes by inserting a nail, covering the end of the tube, or with a ...