Caulking removal ?

[bigdog]

Just installed new bathroom sink. Set sink with latex silicon caulking.

Unfortunately, made quite a mess with caulk and need to remove around sink and countertop. Tried to clean up as much as I could with wet cloth but that stuff just smears around.

Suggestions to remove caulk which is now cured?

[ApS]

I own a tube of silicone caulk remover, but have yet to use it.

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51XlhEPcUYL._AC_UL320_SR168,320_.jpg

This site (http://www.homerepairtutor.com/easily-remove-silicone-caulk/) says that use of the above caulk remover will leave a tainted surface that is difficult to reseal. A hair dryer or heat gun—plus a razor blade—is suggested on surfaces that won't melt or burn.

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[brk-lnt]

A sharp razor blade to "shave" it off is your best option. Hopefully your sink is not a material that scratches easily.

[fatlazyless]

U know the auto parts stores like VIP carry a razor blade scraper for about 3-dollars that is much better than what u get at Lowe's or Walmart even though it uses the same single edge blades. It has a long handle similar to a screw driver, and a better design and stronger, steel holder for the blade.

Giving the old caulk some heat with a heat gun or a hair dryer should definitely help.

[SIKSUKR]

http://www.popularmechanics.com/home/interior-projects/how-to/a1448/4213124/