How to Conceal the Crack Where Drywall & Wood Paneling Meet
- 1). Wipe or brush down the corner to get rid of dust and grime. Let it dry, so the painter's tape sticks properly.
- 2). Apply 1-inch painter's tape in a straight line to the wood paneling, from ceiling to floor. Leave a thin reveal of paneling -- about 1/8 of an inch -- showing. Press the tape down firmly with your fingers.
- 3). Snip the tip off of a tube of paintable silicone caulking to match the size of bead you need. Most tubes of caulk have lines scored on the tip to guide you.
- 4). Apply a bead of caulking along the masking tape, then immediately smooth it down with your finger or a damp rag. It should cover the exposed edge of the wood paneling.
- 5). Remove the tape before the caulk dries. Start at the top, and pull it slowly straight down. This will leave you with a perfect straight line that fills the gap. If the painted wall is already white, the caulking won't show up. To paint the wall a different color, wait until the caulking has dried for at least four hours before applying paint.
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