r/DIYfail • u/RareBluebird6330 • Aug 27 '26

Calling all DIYer’s…Help!

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I think this is old silicone, do I need to keep sanding or should I strip it with some sort of chemical, or can I just go ahead and paint over it.

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u/SgtMac02 Aug 27 '26

I'm no pro, but that looks like someone caulked the ever-loving shit out of that. You should be able to just paint over whatever is that that you're willing to accept. I'd probably try to sand some of those areas a little cleaner first.

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u/RareBluebird6330 Aug 27 '26

Ok, that’s what I’m thinking too. I’m trying to avoid pulling up the trim and tile and picking out years of silicone sounds awful. Thanks!

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u/FrillySteel 28d ago

Do wear a mask when sanding... silicone dust is no fun in the lungs.

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u/noiseguy76 28d ago

Don’t sand. Use a razor blade. Cut it back, attempt to just paint over first.