Hello...
Is there any way to get old caulk off of brick?
Thanks much for any thoughts..
Caulk on Brick
Oct 12, 2007
7 Replies
You can try heating it with a torch, not too much, just enough to soften it. Then take it off with a wire brush.
How extensive? All around windows/doors, or a splatter here and there?
It will come off but will require some elbow work.
A pressure washer with a turbo nozzle should do it
The thicker portions may pull of like a length of rope. I dealt with the problem around wood windows with limestone siding. I didn't contemplate trying to remove it from the limestone, as it was too rough, irregular and tough work. I cut back as well as I could and put new caulk and paint out to edge of the old to clean up appearance-wise. If the brick is smoothe enough, it might turn out well enough if you cut back, with sharp scraper or razor, to level it out.
DAP® CAULK-BE-GONE® Caulk Remover . *
I've used it in around bathrooms. Apply and allow to set (not as long directions say) and remove.
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