When the time comes for you to pick up that caulking gun and seal a shower or lay a new bead on an exterior siding seam, ...

How long after you lay fresh caulk must you wait to use the tub again? The duration depends on a few factors, including the type of caulk you use.

If you intend to paint over caulk—for example, if you have tile molding in your bathroom, separating a tiled backsplash from a painted wall—you’ll find caulk that’s formulated to continue ...