Silicone & masking tape......never again!

[fourtytwo]

That was a BIG MISTAKE around a bath. I have never used masking tape before but thought it would make a neater job.....ohh no it ruined it!

As I pealed off the masking tape it peeled off the surface of the silicone leaving behind a lumpy mess.

I did my best to re-smooth it over with limited success then had to wait for it to dry, apply another fine bead and finger smooth that, overall it is nowhere near as good a job as I would have made without the wretched masking tape.

Some may say I left it too long before peeling it but I started peeling as soon as I had completed the 3 sides of the bath against the tiles.

 

[kingandy2nd]

Shame.

I always use masking tape when I use silicone for a neat finish. As you mentioned, needs to removed asap.

 

[Odds]

A steady hand in applying the silicone is always better - use a moist fingertip to smooth as you go along for a cleaner finish.

 

[freddiemercurystwin]

I always use masking tape too, I think sometimes it's easy to apply too much silicone, the silicone where it meets the tape should be so thin you can practically see through it.