Ian Stirling wrote:
Simon Stroud wrote:

"Ian White" wrote in message
...

Sorry, this should have been part of the FAQ text (the one that begins
with soaking your finger in 50% washing-up liquid).
[...]
If there is any sign of lifting, just run your finger VERY LIGHTLY along
the edge of the bead to put it back.

I've found that during this final finger-wiping stage (after removing the
tape as quickly as possible after squirting and smoothing the silicone), a
good wetting (plus a dash of fairy liquid) of the finger makes all the
difference.

Just to be clear: remove the tape soon, but pull it off slowly and
gently.


The tongue works well too, much better than a finger.
(I tried it on food-safe silicone).
Getting into tight corners may be a problem, though may be valuable practice.

With 50% washing-up liquid? I won't do *that*.


--
Ian White
Abingdon, England