"diy-newby" wrote in message ...
Hi guys

One job I hate doing is applying silicone sealant. I ALWAYS end up
covered
in the stuff.

My general method for applying is:-

Apply the silicone and smooth off with a wet finger. I usually apply too
much and end up gathering a finger full whilst smoothing.

Anyone have any tips for applying silicone? Reason I ask is, work have
just
had a new kitchen and toilets fitted and the silicone on there looks
perfect. Nice straight lines, over over smear and even the corners look
to
be at right angles!!! How on earth have they done that?




How can you apply too much? it comes out of the tube nozzle in a 1.5 mm
string.

Cotinuation of the string is a good start and then keep the finger wet all
the time wiping of the the excess as you go.
If the gap is wider than the string then apply another string after you have
wiped the first string smooth.