William W. Plummer wrote:

I have made many messes with the Silicone glop. Now, I use masking
tape and some generic caulk. A wet finger smooths the joints. And I
keep a wet rag to clean my finger(s). I've been very happy with the
results. Maybe I'll try silicone with masking tape, but why bother.

Hi,
Masking tape when caulking? Wow!
I just use my wet finger and rag like mentioned, turns our pro looking
job every time.
Tony