@rafaeldelaflor No I'm not.....lol. Check out more of my videos, if you don't believe me. I'm just an average "joe" helping you save money on your howto/DIY projects.Anytime you have a howto question, let me know. Joe :0
@10000Monkeys Good thinking batman! Just remember though, if your ceiling has more settling to go, the flexible caulking & paint might not hold. If it doesn't, wait a month or so & put more caulking on & apply some touch up paint (if needed). Thanks for commenting. Joe :0
@bonaytothebonay Right, the caulking will flex & help with any additional movement you have, to your ceiling. If your cracks move too much though, your caulking will start separating as well. Watch for this, & if your ceiling is still settling, you can add more caulking or use an elastomeric caulking, which will stretch farther than standard caulking. Thanks for commenting. Joe :0
I see this video is about 12 months olf - do you know if the ceiling ever cracked again or did the calking hold ? Also , what type of caulk should be used - is Liquid Nails suitable >
@doogleandalix I have not checked the ceiling crack since I applied the caulking a year ago as it's not where I live. If the crack is a settling crack & fairly new sheetrock, then the caulking may not have held as the caulking is only cosmetic. I would also "never" use Liquid Nails for caulking a ceiling crack,or anything else that is visible. Liquid Nails is used when you need to glue or bond something that will not show the liquid nails when you get done. Thanks for your questions. Joe :0
The ceiling crack I have is on a plaster ceiling . Thanks for the info on the Liquid Nails - so , this repair is basically for looks , not strenght ? I really don't want to put up a new ceiling :( The house is old and not worht much these days so just wanted some " fix" to seal the crack and hope it hold for a few years : )
@doogleandalix You could probably use caulking for your ceiling, eventhough it's a plaster ceiling. It will be just a cosmetic fix. Anything to make it look better, for a few more years....right? Good luck & thanks for continuing to watch my channel. Joe :0
@purpleberryblue With a little practice, you can do this too. Thanks for stopping by & leaving a comment. I always like to hear from my viewers! Joe :0
THE WAY I FIX SETTLEING CRACKS IS WITH FIBER TAPE THEN FLOAT WIT 5OR20MIN QUICKSET AND THE SPRAY A MATCHIN TEXTURE THAT WAY UR CRACK WONT OR MIGHT NT HAVE A CHANCE AT ALL........
@MrDaveyboyy I would agree with your way of repairing the crack, but most DIY'ers may not want or have the money to fix it the way you have mentioned. That's why I show this cheap way to make the repairs & most people can do this type of repair rather than having to pay someone to come in & make the repairs you have mentioned. Thanks for your comments & suggestions.....well noted! Joe :0
@MrDaveyboyy That's a great thought. It might come back, depending on if the ceiling is going to settle anymore. You could also use another type of caulking that has elastomeric in it which would allow the caulking to stretch with the crack. Elastomeric is good for that, depending on how much caulking you use & how much more the crack may increase in size, as the elastomeric bridges the open crack behind. Try using that next time. Thanks for your comments.....appreciated! Joe :0
I used caulk to fill cracks and woodpecker holes in my cedar siding but the problem is, when it's painted or stained, it is 'shiny' and all the repairs stand out. Does that happen with your interior drywall repairs? I know that windows will take on a different look when viewing the painted areas that have caulk on them.
@VirtualTourShop The key here is using the right type of caulking as all caulkings are "not" created equal. Latex caulking works good on "flat" interior wall paint while acrylic caulking works better on eggshel or semi-gloss wall paint & sometimes the caulking shows after painting it. There's a right time to use caulking & another time to use spakle & other times to use sheetrock mud. You should also prime your patch areas before applying the finish paint to prevent the "shine". Joe :0
@VirtualTourShop Go to your hardware store & peruse all the exterior types of caulking & start reading the labels. Ask questions too as you should be able to get the right caulking for your exterior cedar siding but then the key is to use the right type of primer to cover the caulking "before" applying the finish paint. Maybe you should use a wood filler putty to fill the holes rather than caulking. Check out all options before patching any more of your exterior holes in your cedar siding. Joe
@cosmicordering1 That's one of the secrets. Sometimes this works & some times it doesn't. It really depends on the texture of your ceiling. Good luck with your project. Joe :0
Very well done Joe. Also, for the benefits of your other viewers, if you have a crack which is too large to accept caulk, you can use cardboard to help fill the crack, then use the caulk. That way you can fill large cracks without using a large amount of caulking. Seals the cracks up well and with some smoothing of the caulk looks just like new.
@sgtdarkness1 I never thought of using cardboard like you have suggested....sounds like that will work then for larger cracks. You can also purchase round foam filler backing strips from the hardware store. These work well for large cracks. There's at least two different sizes of these backing foam strips so look for them when you have a larger crack to fill. Thanks for your comments. I always like to hear from my viewers. Keep watching. Joe :0
"...as I''m going back and forth, it's also pushing it up into the crack..."
Joe, you sure this is a home improvement video? LOL
jeffpicks 2 weeks ago
@jeffpicks Well, it's improving something. Home improvement?......ah......yes! Joe :0
VideoJoeKnows 2 weeks ago
your gay
rafaeldelaflor 3 weeks ago
@rafaeldelaflor No I'm not.....lol. Check out more of my videos, if you don't believe me. I'm just an average "joe" helping you save money on your howto/DIY projects.Anytime you have a howto question, let me know. Joe :0
VideoJoeKnows 3 weeks ago
Ah that's a good tip! I've also bought some special ceiling paint which flexes well, so I'm double covered now, I hope.
10000Monkeys 1 month ago
@10000Monkeys Good thinking batman! Just remember though, if your ceiling has more settling to go, the flexible caulking & paint might not hold. If it doesn't, wait a month or so & put more caulking on & apply some touch up paint (if needed). Thanks for commenting. Joe :0
VideoJoeKnows 3 weeks ago
@thedelih Thanks for letting me know you enjoy the show! That means alot!! Joe :0
VideoJoeKnows 1 month ago
The good thing about doing this is that the caulk tends to remains flexible helping with any movement.
bonaytothebonay 1 month ago
@bonaytothebonay Right, the caulking will flex & help with any additional movement you have, to your ceiling. If your cracks move too much though, your caulking will start separating as well. Watch for this, & if your ceiling is still settling, you can add more caulking or use an elastomeric caulking, which will stretch farther than standard caulking. Thanks for commenting. Joe :0
VideoJoeKnows 1 month ago
check out you tube SNL Caulk home and garden show Lulz.
ohohmrbill1 6 months ago
@ohohmrbill1 Thanks for the suggestion. Joe :0
VideoJoeKnows 6 months ago
I see this video is about 12 months olf - do you know if the ceiling ever cracked again or did the calking hold ? Also , what type of caulk should be used - is Liquid Nails suitable >
doogleandalix 8 months ago
@doogleandalix I have not checked the ceiling crack since I applied the caulking a year ago as it's not where I live. If the crack is a settling crack & fairly new sheetrock, then the caulking may not have held as the caulking is only cosmetic. I would also "never" use Liquid Nails for caulking a ceiling crack,or anything else that is visible. Liquid Nails is used when you need to glue or bond something that will not show the liquid nails when you get done. Thanks for your questions. Joe :0
VideoJoeKnows 8 months ago
@VideoJoeKnows
Thanks, Joe
The ceiling crack I have is on a plaster ceiling . Thanks for the info on the Liquid Nails - so , this repair is basically for looks , not strenght ? I really don't want to put up a new ceiling :( The house is old and not worht much these days so just wanted some " fix" to seal the crack and hope it hold for a few years : )
doogleandalix 8 months ago
@doogleandalix You could probably use caulking for your ceiling, eventhough it's a plaster ceiling. It will be just a cosmetic fix. Anything to make it look better, for a few more years....right? Good luck & thanks for continuing to watch my channel. Joe :0
VideoJoeKnows 8 months ago
@VideoJoeKnows
Ok,thanks for the advice Joe .
doogleandalix 8 months ago
@doogleandalix You're welcome. Good luck. :0
VideoJoeKnows 8 months ago
a great idea! Can't see the crack at all!
purpleberryblue 9 months ago
@purpleberryblue With a little practice, you can do this too. Thanks for stopping by & leaving a comment. I always like to hear from my viewers! Joe :0
VideoJoeKnows 9 months ago
THE WAY I FIX SETTLEING CRACKS IS WITH FIBER TAPE THEN FLOAT WIT 5OR20MIN QUICKSET AND THE SPRAY A MATCHIN TEXTURE THAT WAY UR CRACK WONT OR MIGHT NT HAVE A CHANCE AT ALL........
MrDaveyboyy 1 year ago
@MrDaveyboyy I would agree with your way of repairing the crack, but most DIY'ers may not want or have the money to fix it the way you have mentioned. That's why I show this cheap way to make the repairs & most people can do this type of repair rather than having to pay someone to come in & make the repairs you have mentioned. Thanks for your comments & suggestions.....well noted! Joe :0
VideoJoeKnows 1 year ago
A BRO THAT CRACK WILL COME RIGHT BACK IN A FEW WEEKS......
MrDaveyboyy 1 year ago
@MrDaveyboyy That's a great thought. It might come back, depending on if the ceiling is going to settle anymore. You could also use another type of caulking that has elastomeric in it which would allow the caulking to stretch with the crack. Elastomeric is good for that, depending on how much caulking you use & how much more the crack may increase in size, as the elastomeric bridges the open crack behind. Try using that next time. Thanks for your comments.....appreciated! Joe :0
VideoJoeKnows 1 year ago
I used caulk to fill cracks and woodpecker holes in my cedar siding but the problem is, when it's painted or stained, it is 'shiny' and all the repairs stand out. Does that happen with your interior drywall repairs? I know that windows will take on a different look when viewing the painted areas that have caulk on them.
VirtualTourShop 1 year ago
@VirtualTourShop The key here is using the right type of caulking as all caulkings are "not" created equal. Latex caulking works good on "flat" interior wall paint while acrylic caulking works better on eggshel or semi-gloss wall paint & sometimes the caulking shows after painting it. There's a right time to use caulking & another time to use spakle & other times to use sheetrock mud. You should also prime your patch areas before applying the finish paint to prevent the "shine". Joe :0
VideoJoeKnows 1 year ago
@VirtualTourShop Go to your hardware store & peruse all the exterior types of caulking & start reading the labels. Ask questions too as you should be able to get the right caulking for your exterior cedar siding but then the key is to use the right type of primer to cover the caulking "before" applying the finish paint. Maybe you should use a wood filler putty to fill the holes rather than caulking. Check out all options before patching any more of your exterior holes in your cedar siding. Joe
VideoJoeKnows 1 year ago
Ah-ha, so that the secret! Bless you, Joe and most of alll ... Be Cosmic ...
cosmicordering1 1 year ago
@cosmicordering1 That's one of the secrets. Sometimes this works & some times it doesn't. It really depends on the texture of your ceiling. Good luck with your project. Joe :0
VideoJoeKnows 1 year ago
Very well done Joe. Also, for the benefits of your other viewers, if you have a crack which is too large to accept caulk, you can use cardboard to help fill the crack, then use the caulk. That way you can fill large cracks without using a large amount of caulking. Seals the cracks up well and with some smoothing of the caulk looks just like new.
sgtdarkness1 1 year ago
@sgtdarkness1 I never thought of using cardboard like you have suggested....sounds like that will work then for larger cracks. You can also purchase round foam filler backing strips from the hardware store. These work well for large cracks. There's at least two different sizes of these backing foam strips so look for them when you have a larger crack to fill. Thanks for your comments. I always like to hear from my viewers. Keep watching. Joe :0
VideoJoeKnows 1 year ago