Tips to Remove Dried Caulk From Your Hands
- The less caulk you have on your hands, the easier it will be to remove it. Try to scrape off as much caulk as you can using your fingertips first.
- For any stubborn caulk that remains, start by rubbing butter all over your hands. It’s best to cut off a piece of butter rather than using the whole stick if you plan to use the butter for culinary purposes later.
- Next, apply baking soda to your hands and rub them together. The butter will lubricate and loosen the caulk while the baking soda will act as a gentle abrasive agent to scrub the caulk away.
- Use regular hand soap to wash off any oily residue left behind by the butter. Now you’ll have soft, clean hands.
- If you need to remove fresh or cured caulk from tile or any other surface, you can try a combination of scraping it and using a commercial caulk remover.
Caution
Check the label of any caulk removal product to ensure it’s safe for the surface. Wear eye protection, gloves and a mask if recommended by the manufacturer. Don't use a chemical cleaning product to remove caulk from your hands unless the label specifically states it's safe to do so.