| 单词 | caulk |
| 例句 | Mixed together, the stuff made caulking for the seams of their canoes. The Birchbark House 1999-07-21T00:00:00Z He filled the seams between the new planks with wool yarn unraveled from a scarf and then caulked them with Marston’s oil paints. Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World 1998-11-17T00:00:00Z The way it works is, you shove cotton into the seam between the plank and the keel with a caulking iron, which is like a dull chisel with a wide blade. The Young Man and the Sea 2004-02-01T00:00:00Z In front of almost all of them was a dory or two, some overturned, some pulled up long ago for caulking or patching. Lizzie Bright and the Buckminster Boy 2004-05-24T00:00:00Z My job is to move the caulking iron along the seam while Captain Keelson hits it womp! with his big wooden mallet. The Young Man and the Sea 2004-02-01T00:00:00Z There were only so many hours a man could devote to mending sails, caulking leaks, and fishing. A Dance with Dragons 2011-07-12T00:00:00Z They holler stuff like, “This is the life, watching a boy do a man’s job! Stick to it or the caulking will stick to you!” and so on, but I don’t mind. The Young Man and the Sea 2004-02-01T00:00:00Z “Thirty-five gallons,” Kelton brags, as he applies the caulking with the precision of a jeweler. Dry 2018-10-02T00:00:00Z The caulk Arturo had tried to apply lay splintered in the seams. The Book of Unknown Americans 2014-06-03T00:00:00Z Another errand took him to Ruck’s Creek, called “Knocker’s Hole,” because all day you could hear the thump, thump, thump of the caulker’s mallets, caulking the seams of ships. Carry On, Mr. Bowditch 1955-01-01T00:00:00Z The exterior sustained some damage, so they’ll pressure-wash it, sand and caulk it, and repaint every wall and window. Zeitoun 2009-07-15T00:00:00Z “I’ll go get you some caulking,” he says, and hurries off to retrieve the sealant from his garage, obviously happy for an opportunity to put his Boy Scout training into action. Dry 2018-10-02T00:00:00Z Arturo tried to smooth caulk into the crevices, but the caulk cracked when it dried. The Book of Unknown Americans 2014-06-03T00:00:00Z Kelton returns in a few minutes with the caulking and gets right to sealing the drain. Dry 2018-10-02T00:00:00Z She pulled the craft onto sandbanks and poked as much caulking as she could into the cracks. A Girl Named Disaster 1996-01-01T00:00:00Z “It’s just caulking,” I tell it, and that makes all the other skulls begin to laugh. Challenger Deep 2015-04-15T00:00:00Z The old man has brought a canvas tool bag that holds caulking irons and a big wooden mallet, and a coil of fluffy white cotton. The Young Man and the Sea 2004-02-01T00:00:00Z He goes, “I leave the rest to you,” and he and Mr. Woodwell sit on the dock and watch me fill the seams with tubes of caulking compound. The Young Man and the Sea 2004-02-01T00:00:00Z This close to the deck, I can see the sticky black caulking spread between the copper planks. Challenger Deep 2015-04-15T00:00:00Z To patch holes in bricks, there are two ways to proceed: Use caulk, or plug with a little mortar. How can I fill the holes in the bricks on my house? 2021-08-29T04:00:00Z Should we replace the grout with caulk or just fix the grout? How can I fix the cracking grout around my bathtub? 2021-02-12T05:00:00Z A: The gap you’re worried about is supposed to be left open, without caulk. Gap over windows should not allow water to get inside 2021-01-22T05:00:00Z Is there a caulk that will expand and contract, or is there some way to nail the molding more firmly into the walls and ceiling? How to repair cracked molding seams 2015-03-03T05:00:00Z Although his works resemble paintings, they are actually made from layers of scavenged posters, colored paper, caulking and ropes. Perspective | Mark Bradford’s art sees all the broken places that led to this moment of protest 2020-06-08T04:00:00Z The most appropriate adhesive and caulk will depend on the tiles you choose. What to do about rust stains on a tile floor 2021-05-21T04:00:00Z Kerr said the correct material is acoustical caulk, which doesn’t harden. Do your windows let in too much noise? Here’s a primer on sound damping. 2018-12-10T05:00:00Z They fill these gaps with caulk after they plug the joints between the tiles with grout. How can I fix the cracking grout around my bathtub? 2021-02-12T05:00:00Z We attempted to correct the issue by painting the interior trim with a shellac-stain inhibitor and by applying silicone around the door caulking against the Dryvit exterior. Why does the inside of this door keep getting damaged by rain? 2019-01-18T05:00:00Z I have scraped out the old caulk and resealed the seams and then repainted. How to repair cracked molding seams 2015-03-03T05:00:00Z “Use a rubberized caulking that can expand and contract with the home,” Holmes says, and look for leaks and openings around pipes and vents. How to keep your house running smoothly, month by month 2018-01-02T05:00:00Z Remove the tape and you’re done, with no need for refinishing and no smearing of caulk over the finished floor. Dealing with gunk in the gaps in old hardwood floors 2020-05-01T04:00:00Z Last week, I worked for nine hours at 90-plus degrees scraping, sanding, caulking and painting my house. Pickle juice, yellow mustard for muscle cramps 2014-07-13T04:00:00Z Construction adhesive, sold in tubes that fit into a caulking gun, is the best glue for this. Filling the gap that causes a squeaky floor 2020-06-12T04:00:00Z Jenkins suggests pushing the caulk into the gap and filling it completely, then smoothing the caulk flush with the tile using an old credit card. How can I fix the cracking grout around my bathtub? 2021-02-12T05:00:00Z Remove the tape immediately, or there will be a ridge — a place for mildew to grow — along the edges of the caulk. How to clean mildew from silicone seals in the shower 2017-06-09T04:00:00Z Instead, you or the installer will need to remove all of the grout from the joints you need to caulk. Grout vs. caulk: One will crack at the edge of the shower, and one won’t 2018-12-02T05:00:00Z Larger-scale maintenance, such as repairing cracked grout, loose caulk and missing sealant around the border of a tub, is equally important, Reggev said. Bathrooms are breeding grounds for mold and mildew. Here’s what you can do. 2021-03-09T05:00:00Z When the new countertop arrived, the installers used white caulking, which contrasted with the black granite surface and my now-warm-gray walls. How to Renovate Your Kitchen and Not End Up in Tears 2020-03-11T04:00:00Z They avoid caulking or even painting shut the seam between the two molding sections. How to repair cracked molding seams 2015-03-03T05:00:00Z If the caulk shrinks there, it isn’t a problem because you expect to see joints anyway. How to repair a stamped-concrete driveway 2015-09-01T04:00:00Z The Energy Department estimates the cost of the caulk will be offset in a year by utility savings. 10 ways to save on home energy costs 2020-04-21T04:00:00Z With a utility knife, slice through any caulk between the countertop and the wall. Trying to maintain the mid-century appeal of a bathroom sink after it rusts 2018-03-30T04:00:00Z To minimize shrinkage, avoid applying the caulk in openings wider or deeper than the label specifies. How can I fill the holes in the bricks on my house? 2021-08-29T04:00:00Z I think they mixed granite “dust” with caulking material to match the color. How to restore the seam in a granite countertop 2017-01-06T05:00:00Z The famous castle ruins loom high on the mountainside, a centuries-old mosaic caulked with moss and tiny plants. Mark Twain Found Inspiration in Germany (Though the Language Eluded Him) 2016-08-16T04:00:00Z To clean fresh smears of silicone caulk, use mineral spirits or lacquer thinner. Grout vs. caulk: One will crack at the edge of the shower, and one won’t 2018-12-02T05:00:00Z Seal the trays with silicon caulk before filling them with water and floating candles for a glowing Christmas display. 86 Fresh Christmas Ideas 2010-11-19T19:59:00Z Because the bricks on your wall have a whitewashed look, which you could only replicate with a light application of paint, make sure whatever caulk you use is paintable. How can I fill the holes in the bricks on my house? 2021-08-29T04:00:00Z Also, caulk is the best material for filling joints between dissimilar materials, such as tiles and a tub, because different materials expand and contract at different rates. How can I fix the cracking grout around my bathtub? 2021-02-12T05:00:00Z Watching these shows, I see a Florida I am intimately familiar with: ranch houses with crispy yards, bathrooms full of salmon pink tiles with mildew staining the caulk. Florida Women Are No Joke. I Should Know. 2019-10-11T04:00:00Z If there are air gaps, plug them with caulk or other materials, depending on how big they are, then see if the dampness returns. How to repair a crack in a Corian countertop 2017-02-03T05:00:00Z Using caulk might seem like the simplest solution. How can I fill the holes in the bricks on my house? 2021-08-29T04:00:00Z Rid tile and caulk of dark spots by spraying them with vodka. 10 Unexpected Uses for Vodka 2015-10-08T04:00:00Z You’ll face two possible complications — ensuring that the caulk doesn’t shrink and leave gaps, and matching the brick color — but there are workarounds. How can I fill the holes in the bricks on my house? 2021-08-29T04:00:00Z At first, we thought the material between the lower tiles was caulk, but it's grout. How can I fix the cracking grout around my bathtub? 2021-02-12T05:00:00Z Try to avoid smearing the caulk over the surrounding bricks. How can I fill the holes in the bricks on my house? 2021-08-29T04:00:00Z And, just as you would if you were patching with caulk, lightly brush the cured mortar with white paint. How can I fill the holes in the bricks on my house? 2021-08-29T04:00:00Z We used caulk, but the seam opened so we repaired it with Dap paintable silicone. How to repair a stamped-concrete driveway 2015-09-01T04:00:00Z “Just sanding and doing some caulking and skilled labor stuff. And then just, over time … I was always the one coming, and everybody else just stopped coming.” Matthew Rhys Hits the Seas 2021-10-04T04:00:00Z It looks as though there is also a line of caulk with an uneven edge. How to get old paint off old brick and hair dye off Corian 2015-12-08T05:00:00Z A: In general, grout is the right filler between tiles on a wall or floor, and caulk is for joints where tiles meet a tub and where tiled walls meet at a corner. How can I fix the cracking grout around my bathtub? 2021-02-12T05:00:00Z The reason for this warning: To grip well from side to side in a hole as temperatures fluctuate, the caulk shouldn’t need to stretch too much in depth, or the sides will probably pull loose. How can I fill the holes in the bricks on my house? 2021-08-29T04:00:00Z New Jersey woman charged with selling “buttock-enhancing” injections that were actually bathtub caulk. Crib Sheet: The 10 Things to Talk About This Weekend 2010-12-08T23:58:00Z Sure, the caulk is more flexible, but that doesn’t stop the wood from moving. How to repair bathroom wainscoting 2015-04-28T04:00:00Z To match caulk to the color of the brick, turn part of a spare brick to dust before you apply the caulk, using sandpaper, a rasp or other cutting tool. How can I fill the holes in the bricks on my house? 2021-08-29T04:00:00Z If there's a gap in a window or under a door, a space in a wall or through Sheetrock, use caulk, steel wool, and foam wherever appropriate to block their path. How to get rid of ants in the kitchen — once and for all 2021-09-12T04:00:00Z Squirt a dab into each hole, then cut the foam back to the maximum depth listed for the caulk you’re using, and fill that gap with caulk. How can I fill the holes in the bricks on my house? 2021-08-29T04:00:00Z However, the gap is so large that it requires frequent caulking, and because the windows are high on the house, I need a contractor with a ladder to inspect them on a frequent basis. Gap over windows should not allow water to get inside 2021-01-22T05:00:00Z It’s up to you whether you want to use latex or silicon caulk. Perspective | 4 easy DIY home improvement projects you can do in a day 2018-06-12T04:00:00Z Whatever you do, McLaughlin says, never paint or caulk over mold; remove it instead. Mold is an expensive and dangerous problem. Here’s how to get ahead of it. 2020-08-31T04:00:00Z Together, they cleaned up the seams and did all the caulking and epoxying. Matthew Rhys Hits the Seas 2021-10-04T04:00:00Z The biggest challenge is removing all of the old caulk, given that silicone sticks so well. How to clean mildew from silicone seals in the shower 2017-06-09T04:00:00Z Besides choosing caulk that performs well over many years, you also want a product that blends in with the rest of your shower. Grout vs. caulk: One will crack at the edge of the shower, and one won’t 2018-12-02T05:00:00Z A top-quality caulking gun is also important; the plunger mechanism delivers a more uniform bead than a cheap caulking gun does. How to clean mildew from silicone seals in the shower 2017-06-09T04:00:00Z The contractor returned and caulked the gaps and repainted, but the problem reappeared. How to repair bathroom wainscoting 2015-04-28T04:00:00Z It’s currently, and always has been, the job of indie films to act as the caulking between Hollywood’s big releases, filling in the cracks and providing a fresh alternative to engaging with the mass zeitgeist. The Worst Summer Movie Season Since 1997 Wasn't Actually That Bad 2014-09-02T04:00:00Z Then that was smoothed over with caulk to serve as a sort of pseudo-molding. Rusty spots under the shower frame mean faulty installation 2019-11-15T05:00:00Z Don’t attempt to caulk all seams in one pass. Grout vs. caulk: One will crack at the edge of the shower, and one won’t 2018-12-02T05:00:00Z Once all the molding is back in place, fill any gaps with painter’s caulk, then touch up the paint and you’re done. Replacing a cracked pane of glass in an old kitchen door 2020-06-05T04:00:00Z Some sealant-removal products marketed to homeowners, such as 3M Caulk Remover, are designed to soften a bead of caulk, such as those around a bathtub or sink. How to fix a shoddy masonry repair 2015-05-19T04:00:00Z Spackle, not caulk, is the best product for the end-to-end joints because it doesn’t noticeably shrink and is sandable, he says. How to repair a stamped-concrete driveway 2015-09-01T04:00:00Z There’s no mixing, and you just have to snip the tip and squeeze the trigger of the caulk gun. How can I fill the holes in the bricks on my house? 2021-08-29T04:00:00Z Then, load the caulk into a caulk gun, point the nozzle at a 45-degree angle, and apply steady pressure to the trigger as you move along the seam. Perspective | 4 easy DIY home improvement projects you can do in a day 2018-06-12T04:00:00Z If you can see gaps around the edges of the window frame, try pressing rope caulk into the cracks. How to fix drafty windows before winter weather arrives 2022-11-12T05:00:00Z For situations where there is no need for paint, tinted silicone caulk, such as the bronze color made for sealing around windows and doors, might be a better option than white caulk. How can I fill the holes in the bricks on my house? 2021-08-29T04:00:00Z It became full of chemicals called PCBs, which were once found in paint, inks and caulk. How clean is the Bronx River? Snapping turtles help scientists figure it out. 2019-08-13T04:00:00Z Rabbis shoot pool in dive bars, caulk your tub, hold your gaze and win your heart. The Best of Tiny Love Stories 2021-08-20T04:00:00Z A hired slave named Frederick Douglass caulked vessels in Fells Point shipyards and later escaped on a train. A new Inner Harbor luxury hotel, the Sagamore Pendry Baltimore, shines with history’s luster 2017-09-14T04:00:00Z For these spaces, the right material is caulk. Grout vs. caulk: One will crack at the edge of the shower, and one won’t 2018-12-02T05:00:00Z Old wooden ships had to be constantly caulked up because they leaked. Surrender. It's Brian Eno 2010-04-28T20:35:00Z Or try scraping out the caulk, to eliminate the messy-looking tears in the caulking and paint. How to repair cracked molding seams 2015-03-03T05:00:00Z Then, when the caulk is still wet, press the bits of brick into the surface. How can I fill the holes in the bricks on my house? 2021-08-29T04:00:00Z But perhaps you used caulk that’s really standard latex caulk with a little added silicone. How to repair a stamped-concrete driveway 2015-09-01T04:00:00Z “They would come in and put some caulk on it,” he said. No fatalities reported in Iowa as officials plan to demolish partially collapsed building 2023-05-28T04:00:00Z To close the gaps between the molding miters and the wall, apply a thin line of paintable caulk. How to create your own built-in box frames | Produced by Seattle Times Marketing 2023-05-12T04:00:00Z It just sits on the tops of the side rails but the installer might have secured this connection with silicone caulk. Advice | How to remove shower doors and patch the holes left in the tile 2023-04-14T04:00:00Z Expanding foam sealant, weather-stripping and caulk are excellent solutions for many such problems. 3 tips for keeping pests away from your home this season 2023-04-19T04:00:00Z Had the plumber installed caulk to fill the hole, I’d not be typing this. Be ready — pipes can burst in any house 2023-04-17T04:00:00Z Two of the chemicals released through the burst pipe were butyl acrylate and ethyl acrylate, both colorless liquids with an acrid odor that are used for making paints, caulks and adhesives. Philadelphia Tells Residents to Consider Bottled Water After Chemical Spill 2023-03-26T04:00:00Z After, smooth it by running a damp sponge or rag over the caulk. How to create your own built-in box frames | Produced by Seattle Times Marketing 2023-05-12T04:00:00Z If there is caulk, cut through it with a utility knife, taking care not to scratch the tile. Advice | How to remove shower doors and patch the holes left in the tile 2023-04-14T04:00:00Z Inside, caulking, paint and metal plates hide the cracks that have formed over decades in the block walls. Navajo community wins fight to replace crumbling campus 2023-02-24T05:00:00Z Forget about caulking air leaks, adding more insulation, etc. in periods of frigid weather. Surviving the bitter cold in your own home 2023-02-20T05:00:00Z Butyl acrylate is a colorless liquid with a sharp odor used in paints, caulks, sealants and adhesives. Why the train wreck in Ohio is such a major public health disaster 2023-02-15T05:00:00Z Butyl acrylate is a clear, colorless liquid with a strong odor that is used for making paints, caulks and adhesives. What Toxic Chemicals Were Aboard the Derailed Train in Ohio? 2023-02-15T05:00:00Z Because you’re dealing with cured caulk, wait at least two hours — and up to seven — for the caulk to soften enough so you can cut through it. Advice | How to remove shower doors and patch the holes left in the tile 2023-04-14T04:00:00Z To help prevent this, look into weatherizing your home by caulking and sealing your windows and installing insulation in your walls. 6 sustainable home upgrades to consider in 2023 2023-01-24T05:00:00Z The caulk might freeze, and you may not get a fast return on investment on added insulation. Surviving the bitter cold in your own home 2023-02-20T05:00:00Z Weather-stripping your windows and caulking leaks around their frames are two good ways to seal openings that could let in cold air or let out the heat. How to beat the Southern California chill without raising the gas bill 2023-01-20T05:00:00Z Shod in caulk boots, he jumped from log to log carrying his tripod and cameras. Why Ken Burns and Ralph Lauren buy Kinsey photos from the Whatcom Museum 2023-01-20T05:00:00Z It’s just held on with caulk, but by this point you should be experienced in removing that. Advice | How to remove shower doors and patch the holes left in the tile 2023-04-14T04:00:00Z Three days later, apply sealer to the grout, and use silicone caulk to fill the corner joints and the gap between the bottom edge of the tile and the top of the tub. Advice | The best way to repair bathroom tile: Rip it out and start fresh 2023-01-06T05:00:00Z Add in soap residue, and it’s an ideal environment for mold or mildew and for pink or orange scum, especially where the caulk isn’t completely smooth and properly angled to allow water to drain quickly. Advice | How to remove mold and bacteria from bathroom surfaces 2022-12-16T05:00:00Z Apply caulking to seal any gaps around windows or use door sweeps in your high-traffic areas to keep drafts out. How to winterize your home (preparing for the cold) 2022-12-21T05:00:00Z The chemicals were once used widely to insulate electrical equipment, and in carbonless copy paper, caulking, floor finish and paint. Bayer, Oregon finalize $698 million PCB pollution settlement 2022-12-16T05:00:00Z Finish up by removing all of the caulk remnants. Advice | How to remove shower doors and patch the holes left in the tile 2023-04-14T04:00:00Z Inspections revealed some minor damage, including some to a strip of caulk from the Orion crew capsule that sits on top of the rocket. NASA Will Try to Launch Moon Rocket After 2 Scrubs and 2 Hurricanes 2022-11-15T05:00:00Z Hurricane Nicole’s high winds caused a 10-foot section of caulking to peel away near the crew capsule at the top of the rocket last Thursday. Moon rocket launch looms as NASA evaluates hurricane damage 2022-11-14T05:00:00Z Apply the mastic with a caulk gun, but smooth over the bead with a gloved hand, a brush or a putty knife to ensure the material fills the gap. Advice | What makes paint bubble and peel, and how can I fix it? 2022-10-21T04:00:00Z The group of substances was once used in electrical equipment, carbonless copy paper, caulking, floor finish and paint. Bayer to challenge $275 mln U.S. jury verdict over PCB injury claims 2022-10-14T04:00:00Z Remove the screws, then cut through the caulk on both sides of the rail, starting at the top. Advice | How to remove shower doors and patch the holes left in the tile 2023-04-14T04:00:00Z On Monday, engineers finished an analysis that showed the missing 10 feet of caulk, added to smooth the flow of air during liftoff, would not cause problems. NASA Will Try to Launch Moon Rocket After 2 Scrubs and 2 Hurricanes 2022-11-15T05:00:00Z After you treat a hole, wait 24 hours, then plug the hole with a short length of wooden dowel coated with wood glue or with steel wool covered with caulk. Perspective | What to do about a carpenter bee infestation 2022-09-06T04:00:00Z Weather stripping, caulking, and improved window seals are commonly employed. College Physics for AP Courses 2015-08-12T00:00:00Z Many homeowners don’t notice window caulking that dries out and splits, for instance, but the water that seeps in can cause enormous damage. How to budget realistically for home repairs | Liz Weston 2022-07-31T04:00:00Z The Goo Gone formula, a gel, is fine to use on both fiberglass and tile, and the label says it softens both silicone and acrylic caulk. Advice | How to remove shower doors and patch the holes left in the tile 2023-04-14T04:00:00Z You may have had a roof leak that local roofers have not been able to fix, or maybe an unskilled laborer tried to fix your problem with a caulk gun loaded with black goo. Perspective | Good flashings defend against roof leaks 2022-07-19T04:00:00Z Drafty windows and doors that make your home cold in the winter can also make it hotter in the summer, so seal them with weather stripping, caulk or spray foam. How to Lower Your Summer Electric Bill 2022-07-22T04:00:00Z ICE also said it rushed to make repairs to broken plumbing, caulked all windows and cleaned mold from vents. Bug infestations, moldy ceilings, botched medical care found at ICE detention facility 2022-07-06T04:00:00Z The good news: You can usually seal leaks by caulking around windows. 5 DIY projects that are perfect for beginners 2022-06-30T04:00:00Z We previously replaced half a panel, using bent metal channel and caulk, then painted it over. How to repair damaged shed siding 2022-06-06T04:00:00Z If your roofer tells you he’s going to use caulk, suggest to him you’d like to pass on that option. Perspective | Good flashings defend against roof leaks 2022-07-19T04:00:00Z He said without an increase in the rent he is allowed to collect, he will likely continue to make patchwork fixes, like caulking a roof instead of replacing it. Panel Backs Rent Increases for More Than 2 Million New Yorkers 2022-05-05T04:00:00Z Fletchall uses a nail gun to install the molding and fills the holes with caulk. A rental home doesn’t have to be boring. Here are 8 simple updates. 2022-04-05T04:00:00Z Silicone caulk is moisture resistant, making it an ideal choice for windows. 5 DIY projects that are perfect for beginners 2022-06-30T04:00:00Z We also tried a PVC board along the bottom, bent metal channel and caulk. How to repair damaged shed siding 2022-06-06T04:00:00Z Roofers who swear that high-performance caulk will provide no leaks must use expert skills to get the caulk to bond to all the flashings and the things the flashings touch. Perspective | Good flashings defend against roof leaks 2022-07-19T04:00:00Z PCBs were once used widely to insulate electrical equipment, and were used in carbonless copy paper, caulking, floor finish and paint. Bayer reaches $80 mln PCB contamination settlement with Ohio 2022-03-24T04:00:00Z But if the tiles rest on a countertop where water might collect, spread a narrow bead of clear silicone caulk to seal the edge. Perspective | How to install a removable vinyl tile backsplash 2022-03-14T04:00:00Z “If you routinely spray the caulk with a nontoxic soap, rinse it off and dry it with a towel,” Nelson said, then you can prevent mold and mildew from building up. Is my tub clean enough for a bath? 2022-03-10T05:00:00Z Homeowners can seal leaks with items like caulk, expanding window foam or even temporary seasonal window films. Maintaining your windows and doors in winter 2022-02-16T05:00:00Z Many fans took to Twitter to complain that since the NYT took over its stewardship - with words such as ultra and caulk - the puzzle appeared more challenging. Wordle: New York Times changes upset fans 2022-02-17T05:00:00Z He also called for proactively removing PCB-containing light fixtures and caulking from campuses, a key source of exposure for the students and staff in Monroe. WA lawmakers, advocates call for PCB testing in schools in response to Seattle Times story 2022-01-29T05:00:00Z The lights and caulking were infused with PCBs, an effective preservative popular in school construction before research revealed its toxicity in the 1970s. Toxic PCBs festered at a Monroe school for eight years as students, teachers grew sicker 2022-01-23T05:00:00Z They were also used in hydraulic systems, lighting and cable insulation, paint, caulking, sealants, inks and lubricants. ‘They are supposed to protect us’: Community wants more from EPA for Duwamish Superfund cleanup 2022-01-02T05:00:00Z But then, in unexpected circumstances, my caulked tear ducts began springing leaks. Opinion | Pandemic tears of joy 2021-12-30T05:00:00Z I found a silicone caulk designed for chimneys that was rated for high temperatures. 4 straightforward DIY repairs to try taking on in the new year | Produced by Seattle Times Marketing 2021-12-30T05:00:00Z Add caulk and weatherstripping to your home’s doors and windows, and consider upgrading windows with storm or thermal panes. How to prep your home for Seattle’s worst winter weather | Produced by Seattle Times Marketing 2021-12-09T05:00:00Z Don’t use caulk for this task, as it remains flexible after drying. Potty talk: Wax seals, drainpipes and why to not flush flushable wipes 2021-12-07T05:00:00Z When you find leaks, plug them with caulk, expanding foam or insulation wrapped in a plastic bag, depending on the location and size of the gap. How to upgrade the insulation in your home 2021-11-23T05:00:00Z Gaps in the caulking or weather stripping between windows, and doors that leave openings for water and/or pests. 8 signs that the home you’re buying has foundation problems 2021-12-01T05:00:00Z Erik gazes as the mishmash maze of piping and the holes that need caulking. The Human: Richard Jenkins’ real, lived-in performances 2021-11-24T05:00:00Z Clear or paintable white acrylic latex caulk can close open spaces that would otherwise let in cold air. Heating bills are set to rise this winter. Here are 5 ways to winterize your home — and save some money 2021-11-23T05:00:00Z Use caulk or weatherstripping around doors and window frames. 12 tips to save money on your energy bills this winter 2021-11-20T05:00:00Z Also check for cracks in caulk or loose sections of flashing around the chimney, vent pipes or skylights. What to do when your roof is leaking, and how to find someone to fix it 2021-11-12T05:00:00Z There’s also removable caulk, a temporary sealant that comes in strips and can be applied to window gaps, then removed when warmer weather arrives. Tips for Holding Down Your Winter Heating Bills 2021-11-12T05:00:00Z And it’s the raw material for silicone — a water- and heat-resistant compound used widely in medical implants, caulk, deodorants, oven mitts and more. Silicon’s 300% surge throws another price shock at the world 2021-10-04T04:00:00Z They include things like installing tight screens on attic vents under the eaves and using caulk to fill holes in siding. EXPLAINER: Why home protection is important in wildfires 2021-09-30T04:00:00Z Do not use caulk on a roof to help seal joints in flashings. Understand the process before having your new roof installed 2021-09-21T04:00:00Z There are workarounds for two possible complications: ensuring that the caulk doesn’t shrink and leave gaps, and matching the brick color. How can I fill the holes in the bricks on my house? 2021-09-14T04:00:00Z As you squeeze the handle of your caulk gun, the two epoxy components are squirted into the nozzle. How to patch a cracked sidewalk or concrete patio 2021-08-10T04:00:00Z PCBs were once used widely to insulate electrical equipment, and were also used in such products as carbonless copy paper, caulking, floor finish and paint. Bayer says to appeal U.S. court ruling on PCBs if necessary 2021-07-28T04:00:00Z The race was delayed for 19 minutes during a red-flag stoppage as a crew filled the gaps in the track with caulk. Kurt Busch holds off brother Kyle at Atlanta Motor Speedway 2021-07-11T04:00:00Z Its chemical makeup is not too different from the common glue or caulk sold at a paint store or home center. Take precautions to keep exterior paint from peeling 2021-03-25T04:00:00Z To match caulk to the red color of brick, turn part of a spare brick to dust before you apply the caulk. How can I fill the holes in the bricks on my house? 2021-09-14T04:00:00Z At first, we thought the material between the lower tiles was caulk, but it’s grout. Multiple options for fixing cracked grout around a tub 2021-03-05T05:00:00Z Hard-pressed owners are unable to pay for fresh caulk. In Kashmir’s Stillness, Hopes Wither and Houseboats Sink 2021-01-11T05:00:00Z I’ve found that just a few dollops of clear silicone caulk at the four corners of an island cabinet are plenty to keep the top secure. Islands can work in smaller kitchens, too 2021-01-05T05:00:00Z After that first day on the Central District tiny-house site, Dubroca started volunteering four mornings a week — placing trim, assembling furniture, caulking, painting and more. Finding a new path in a pandemic: How one Seattle architect went from mansions to tiny homes 2020-12-03T05:00:00Z To minimize shrinkage, you need to avoid applying the caulk in openings wider or deeper than the label specifies. How can I fill the holes in the bricks on my house? 2021-09-14T04:00:00Z PCBs were once used widely to insulate electrical equipment, and also used in such products as carbonless copy paper, caulking, floor finish and paint. U.S. judge rejects $648 million Bayer PCB contamination settlement 2020-12-01T05:00:00Z You are whisked from a conversation on resiliency in housing development to a safety inspection at a construction site, with much walking and talking about caulking. Review: Frederick Wiseman returns to his Boston hometown in the magnificent 'City Hall' 2020-10-27T04:00:00Z Making sure that your windows are properly caulked is another important task to keep your home warm and draft-free, Ecklund says. Prepping your home for rough weather | Produced by Seattle Times Marketing 2020-10-16T04:00:00Z Just as caulk prevents air loss, this sealant keeps sound from sneaking through easy gaps. DIY or hire a pro? The best way to soundproof your room 2020-09-23T04:00:00Z “Went for pain cream last night and grabbed 5200 marine caulk and sealant almost a big oops,” she posted in May. At age 60 and paralyzed, she tried to row across the Pacific 2020-07-16T04:00:00Z Asbestos was used in window caulk, insulation, plaster and taping compounds, floor and roofing tiles, siding and other housing materials until it was banned in the late 1970s. Study: Little asbestos found after Detroit house demolitions 2020-03-29T04:00:00Z You can use paint stirring sticks, regular tapered wood shims, and construction adhesive that comes in a standard caulk tube to accomplish this simple fix. Perspective | How to maintain the integrity of your toilet’s O-ring 2020-02-18T05:00:00Z He made appointments to remove a prison tattoo, a mark of anguish inked in window caulking, etched with a guitar string rigged to a Walkman motor. He dreamed of freedom, but reality wasn’t what he expected. 2020-02-08T05:00:00Z Mr. Londonio planned to exploit it by cutting caulking from around the window with a razor, punching holes on the sides of the window, according to the report. Mobster’s Jailbreak Plan: Floss, Hacksaw Blade, Crash Diet and a Priest 2019-10-18T04:00:00Z His studio is full of failed tests — a mound of papered basketballs, an LA street grid marked by caulking. Mark Bradford is one of the most important artists of our time. But you have to look beyond his canvases to see why. 2019-10-09T04:00:00Z In 2014, Facilities Management replaced drywall and caulked window sills with waterproof sealant to address moisture problems, according to a statement from the facilities department. Allergies, rashes and sinus headaches: U-Md. professors have been dealing with mold for years 2019-10-06T04:00:00Z Rossangelys tried, and failed, to control the smell by filling gaps in the coffin’s wood with caulking. In Venezuela’s oil capital, life is a struggle. So is death. 2019-09-19T04:00:00Z But according to court records, Potter’s team used scrapers and saws to remove the caulking and glaze from the windowsills, breaking down the hazardous material. Contractor who mishandled asbestos in Alexandria project fined $15,000 2019-08-09T04:00:00Z Replace cracked caulk or sealant around tubs and showers. Liz Weston: Is your wealth dripping away? 2019-07-22T04:00:00Z Imagine something like a needle-tipped caulking gun connected to a bladder full of vinegar solution. Perspective | D.C.-area scuba divers dig out their old snorkels and fins to combat a coral eater 2019-06-23T04:00:00Z PCBs were once used widely to insulate electrical equipment, helping reduce fire risk, and were also used in such products as carbonless copy paper, caulking, floor finish and paint. Los Angeles County sues Bayer's Monsanto over PCB contamination 2019-05-30T04:00:00Z The generosity of people like the course builder, Harris, and the course owner, Dallas, are the caulking that keeps the game from leaking more participants. Tiger Woods’s Success Promised to Diversify Golf. It Didn’t. 2019-05-17T04:00:00Z Check all the weather stripping and caulk you set up earlier in the season. There’s more winter weather to come, so give your home a checkup | Produced by Advertising Publications 2019-02-14T05:00:00Z For a lasting result, use the best possible caulk for the job. 6 home-improvement materials that are worth every penny | Produced by Advertising Publications 2019-02-04T05:00:00Z If drafts are coming in around the frame, fill those with caulking. 5 quick ways to reduce your heating bills | Produced by Advertising Publications 2019-01-23T05:00:00Z To keep the chapel within budget, the Air Force skipped the flashing and opted to seal the seams with caulk. Landmark Air Force chapel suffering from leaks, corrosion 2019-01-20T05:00:00Z Standard caulk and black roofing cement are not acceptable materials to use with flashings. Analysis | What to do about a leaking roof flashing 2019-01-08T05:00:00Z He added weatherstripping on windows and doors, caulked cracks, put plastic sheets over some windows, switched to LED and CFL bulbs and closed the gap in a basement door. Home-energy audit can make a house more efficient | Produced by Advertising Publications 2018-11-08T05:00:00Z Early on the morning of the speech, vandals spray-painted anti-fascist graffiti on the club’s headquarters on East 83rd Street, glued the locks shut with caulk and threw bricks through the windows, the police said. Founder of Proud Boys Says He’s Arranging Surrender of Men in Brawl 2018-10-19T04:00:00Z After you’re done removing the caulk, wipe away excess residue to ensure your surfaces are squeaky clean and free of debris. Shower thoughts: Is my tub or stall waterproof? | Produced by Advertising Publications 2018-10-11T04:00:00Z “And those windows, they didn’t caulk them right.” She was 16. He was 25. They got married. Should that still be allowed? 2018-10-05T04:00:00Z A special high-performance caulk that resists UV degradation fills the top 3/8 of an inch where the crown material is adjacent to the clay flue liners. Analysis | What to do about a leaking roof flashing 2019-01-08T05:00:00Z If it is, scrape away the bad paint or caulk and apply fresh. Analysis | Use this checklist to prepare your home for winter 2018-10-01T04:00:00Z Add or replace worn weather stripping or caulk anywhere air is leaking in. How to find and stop the drafts that are stealing your home’s energy | Produced by Advertising Publications 2018-10-01T04:00:00Z If you’re using a caulking gun, drag it in a smooth motion so that you distribute evenly. Shower thoughts: Is my tub or stall waterproof? | Produced by Advertising Publications 2018-10-11T04:00:00Z While here, he noticed caulking had fallen out around an exhaust vent, where he thought mice could enter my house. Opinion | In suburban Virginia, you do what you have to with the snake in your living room 2018-05-25T04:00:00Z Is it okay to use caulk or black roofing cement to do a roof repair? Analysis | What to do about a leaking roof flashing 2019-01-08T05:00:00Z High school intern Hannah Ferguson spent a summer cutting through concrete, caulking sidewalks and watering trees, with the Port of Seattle’s marine maintenance department. 7 things you (maybe) didn’t know about internships | Provided by Port of Seattle 2018-04-10T04:00:00Z He advises homeowners to replace worn weather stripping or storm doors and consider caulking any drafty areas. Planning your home improvement projects by the seasons 2018-03-27T04:00:00Z Wipe any excess caulk away with a cloth and continue the smoothing process until you’re satisfied. Shower thoughts: Is my tub or stall waterproof? | Produced by Advertising Publications 2018-10-11T04:00:00Z I was introduced to two very young product managers who did a very good job of explaining their new exterior spackling compound and a high-strength glue in a caulking tube. Analysis | Home product manufacturers’ claims often don’t mesh with reality 2018-02-27T05:00:00Z It’s okay to use caulk and roofing cement as a last resort to make a temporary leak repair, but don’t allow a roofer to convince you they’ll work for the long term. Analysis | What to do about a leaking roof flashing 2019-01-08T05:00:00Z The technicians also installed LED lightbulbs, low-flow showerheads and weather stripping in the windows, and caulked the perimeter of our family room, bedroom and office. Home energy audit: The best money I’ve ever spent 2018-02-01T05:00:00Z In many schools built or remodeled before 1980, PCBs were used in fluorescent lights, flooring adhesives, paint, ceiling tiles and caulking around doors and windows. Families sue school, state, Monsanto over chemical pollution 2018-01-03T05:00:00Z I’m beginning to think that caulk manufacturers are using warranties more as a marketing gimmick than as a factual representation about how long the product will actually perform without failure. Analysis | How to fix a sliding-glass door leak 2017-10-10T04:00:00Z “There was more use of taping and caulking and foams, and trying to make doors watertight.” After Irma, a Grim Sense of Déjà Vu in St. Augustine 2017-09-13T04:00:00Z Another way to solve this is by caulking around windows and putting sandbags under doors. What You Need to Know About Boarding Up Your Windows Before a Hurricane 2017-09-07T04:00:00Z The project includes masonry repair, replacement of some windows, repair and replacement of gutters and downspouts, roof repair, and caulking. Hastings targeting leaks in repairing police station 2017-08-03T04:00:00Z For example, does the craftsmanship of simple projects such as caulking and mortaring look uniform? Analysis | How to avoid pitfalls when buying a flipped home 2017-06-26T04:00:00Z What’s more, caulk is not a permanent solution no matter what the warranty on the label states. Analysis | How to fix a sliding-glass door leak 2017-10-10T04:00:00Z I use the term “plumbed” loosely because it was just sitting there held in place only by the weight of the toilet — no mounting bolts, no caulking, nothing. Old caulk, PVC pipes and wax doughnuts: Trump has leaks, but I don’t 2017-06-15T04:00:00Z A subsequent search resulted in the discovery of 19 packages of heroin hidden within their luggage and concealed in caulking tubes. More than 20 pounds of heroin seized at Arizona-Calif border 2017-05-19T04:00:00Z Don’t just go around caulking cracks around windows and doors willy-nilly. A top-to-bottom list of what to check outside your home post winter 2017-04-18T04:00:00Z Common methods for air sealing include filling holes with expanding foam and caulk. What you need to know before insulating your attic 2017-01-17T05:00:00Z Their behavior at the top floors of the courthouse is a concern for roof drains and window caulking. Much to officials’ dismay, vultures return to Orlando court 2016-12-14T05:00:00Z The house was in poor condition—“there was a bad smell, all the windows were caulked shut,” said Ms. Arias. These Real-Life Ghostbusters Will Help Sell Your Haunted House 2016-10-27T04:00:00Z Instead, the university will use caulk to fix the leaks. Slowdown in State, Local Investment Dents U.S. Economy 2016-10-26T04:00:00Z Your home may have vinyl siding and the j-channel around doors and windows shouldn’t be caulked. A top-to-bottom list of what to check outside your home post winter 2017-04-18T04:00:00Z In old houses, where the shower caulk had aged into grey ridges, it was nearly impossible to do a satisfactory job without resorting to the chemical-laden supplies under the client’s sink. What the cleaner saw | Lizzie Feidelson 2016-09-28T04:00:00Z Instead, it demands lids for the trash can, and caulking for the cracks in foundations, or “keeping our own little nests clean”, as Corrigan says. Man v rat: could the long war soon be over? | Jordan Kisner 2016-09-20T04:00:00Z “This overall area needs to be revitalized,” said Ray, sipping a can of tomato juice while workers caulk window sills on the house. Fayetteville program aims to repair homes, end blight 2016-09-17T04:00:00Z It’s like industrial-strength bathtub caulk, he said, elastic enough to flex with movement caused by traffic and freeze-thaw cycles. Night shift workers toil while the world sleeps 2016-09-11T04:00:00Z Cracks in concrete can be repaired with special epoxies that are applied with a common caulk gun you probably own. A top-to-bottom list of what to check outside your home post winter 2017-04-18T04:00:00Z I’ve seen on other websites that some of the modern caulks with lifetime warranties are just fine. How to pick warp- and rust-resistant flashing for your deck 2016-08-09T04:00:00Z Aside from that it is essentially like bathroom caulk, "a rubbery-type object," Lewis said. Meet Octobot, a robot that's a real softie, and cheap 2016-08-24T04:00:00Z Aside from that it is essentially like bathroom caulk, “a rubbery-type object,” Lewis said. Meet Octobot, a robot that's a real softie, and cheap 2016-08-24T04:00:00Z “Democrats are the architects of health care and Social Security,” she said, “but now that we’ve got the foundation in place, we need the caulking that holds society together.” Democrats, Looking Past Obama, Are a Party Without a Cause 2016-07-23T04:00:00Z There are special caulks meant to seal the seams in aluminum gutters; they’re available online. A top-to-bottom list of what to check outside your home post winter 2017-04-18T04:00:00Z Cambers’ company previously worked on cleaning the building’s limestone exterior, caulking between the limestone blocks and repairing some structural damage. Final phase of North Dakota Capitol work underway 2016-07-15T04:00:00Z The units are created by caulking or locking doors shut to create multiple residences. Resort Ruckus: Dispute continues over subdivided condos 2016-07-12T04:00:00Z Intelligence officials say Asiri built sophisticated devices by using new types of explosives that intelligence officials had not seen previously and enclosed them in caulk to prevent leakage of the vapors that dogs could detect. TSA trains dogs to stay one sniff ahead of bombmakers 2016-05-31T04:00:00Z Don’t ever let a contractor tell you that caulking used in conjunction with cement board or water-resistant gypsum board is sufficient to prevent leaks. How to demolish a tile shower pan 2016-04-19T04:00:00Z A spreadsheet revealed her tiny house’s budget down to the caulk. A Tiny Home Takes Shape in Brooklyn, but It May Not Stay 2016-04-11T04:00:00Z But to the chagrin of parents here, there was no requirement to test the caulking in the first place. Health Scare at Malibu School Sets Off Media War 2016-04-04T04:00:00Z To imbed such designs, soap must be pushed through a device that works like a caulk gun with a cake decorating tip. Locally made soaps appear in State Park gift shops 2016-01-16T05:00:00Z It was hard to tell how seriously he took any of these ideas; even if one of them turned out to be workable, the effort required to, in effect, caulk the entire island seemed staggering. Miami Underwater 2015-12-21T05:00:00Z Lyon’s letter connects the school intrusion with recent reports from America Unites for Kids detailing test results from caulk taken in June, August and September. Santa Monica-Malibu school district alleges vandalism in hunt for cancer-causing material 2015-11-11T05:00:00Z In 2008, Canada’s auditor-general said in a public report that 24 Sussex required extensive repairs, and documented the cracked windows and caulking, deficient plumbing and outdated wiring. Why Canada’s New Prime Minister Can’t Go Home Again 2015-10-28T04:00:00Z “We’re always trying to find what’s a cheaper way,” Mr. Jones said, adding that the caulking at Malibu High would all be replaced within several years as part of planned renovations. Health Scare at Malibu School Sets Off Media War 2016-04-04T04:00:00Z The Genesis’ every nook and cranny is caulked and foam-filled to attenuate unpleasant aural radiations. Hyundai Genesis: What Makes the Car an Automotive Star 2015-08-13T04:00:00Z Workers are caulking the boat, repairing planks, replacing walkways and structural members, adding drainage points and applying a sheathing that protects against shipworms. Brooklyn Sites Get $2.6 Million to Undo Hurricane Sandy’s Toll 2015-08-05T04:00:00Z Team name As mentioned previously, this team is backed by the Belgian National Lottery and a major European provider of silicone and caulks, Polyurethane-Foams and adhesives. Tour de France 2015: our team-by-team guide 2015-07-01T04:00:00Z Sometimes he embeds lengths of string or caulking to form linear elements in the palimpsest. What Can Art Fix? 2015-06-15T04:00:00Z Tamerlan’s, on the other hand, were found on a transmitter, a pressure cooker lid, a jar of nails, a caulking gun, rolls of duct tape and a soldering iron, Graff said. Boston Marathon bombing trial: Tsarnaev defense rests case 2015-03-31T04:00:00Z A copy of the lawsuit provided to The Associated Press contends the district is violating federal law by neglecting to remove caulk and building materials at two Malibu schools. Lawsuit demands Malibu schools remove toxin-filled caulk 2015-03-23T04:00:00Z Recaulking old or mildewed caulking is a basic home repair, requiring only a few tools and inexpensive materials. 7 Home Maintenance Chores That Turn Costly If You Delay 2015-03-18T04:00:00Z Seal any open areas with silicone or acrylic latex caulk and finish with a coat of water-based latex paint. Take preventive measures to keep pests away | HomeWork 2015-01-03T05:00:00Z GE’s Silicone II window and door caulk seals exterior gaps in only three hours and is available at local home improvement and hardware stores for under $10. Prepare your home now for winter 2014-11-25T05:00:00Z Before applying stain or paint, secure loose shakes, replace rotten or damaged ones and fill blemishes with putty or caulk. Cedar siding should be treated and regularly cleaned 2014-11-08T05:00:00Z The Columbus Dispatch and WBNS-TV report the veterinarian replaced the gland with a silicone implant made from caulk. Surgery carefully removes Ohio snake’s toxic venom 2014-11-06T05:00:00Z Still, pretty much the only things that can get a giant pumpkin disqualified are soft spots, holes, or evidence of caulking—signs that a grower may have tried to cheat by injecting water weight. Growing the Great Pumpkin 2014-10-23T04:00:00Z Just print a postcard or flyer advertising your winterizing services, including gutter cleaning, lawn raking, caulking windows and doors, installing weather stripping and more. 9 Ways to Make Extra Cash for the Holidays 2014-10-17T04:00:00Z They found that some caulking – a seal used in buildings – had PCB contamination levels 7,400 times higher than legal limits. Malibu divided over claims of toxic chemicals in public schools 2014-10-17T04:00:00Z Equally troubling, scientists are finding that while PCBs are banned, they continue to seep into the environment in unexpected ways, such as from impurities in the caulk of old school buildings. A Rising Tide of Contaminants 2014-09-25T04:00:00Z If the caulk is cracked or peeling, replace it with polyurethane bathroom caulk. A First-Time Buyer's Guide to Home Maintenance 2014-09-16T04:00:00Z Do not paint over or caulk moldy surfaces. Don't Catch What Ails Your House 2014-09-01T04:00:00Z Installing weather stripping and caulking are inexpensive ways to reduce air leakage. Tips for keeping household energy costs down | HomeWork 2014-08-30T04:00:00Z For parents of children who said they used to chew caulking like gum, it was especially alarming. Malibu divided over claims of toxic chemicals in public schools 2014-10-17T04:00:00Z Spray foam and caulk are good products for sealing these types of gaps. How to keep a garage from polluting indoor air | HomeWork 2014-07-26T04:00:00Z How: Grab a patching gun and some asphalt patching caulk, and let ’er rip! A First-Time Buyer's Guide to Home Maintenance 2014-09-16T04:00:00Z Then, use caulk or an expanding foam to fill up the gaps. 8 Steps to Take Now to Save on Your Summer Air-Conditioning Bill 2014-07-20T04:00:00Z And Megachile campanulae, which typically seals the cells of its nest with plant and tree resins, had used plastic-based sealants, including caulk. Bees Living In Cities Are Building Their Homes with Plastic 2014-06-11T04:00:00Z Six women in Essex County, N.J., were hospitalized in 2010 after receiving injections containing the silicone material contractors use to caulk bathrooms. Woman Charged in Death Caused by Silicone Injection 2014-03-12T01:37:45Z The construction workers were still building and caulking even as the Games drew to a close. Sochi Games offered a window into the many paradoxes of the ‘new Russia’ 2014-02-22T20:04:08Z Start by asking a salesperson what kind of caulk you need for your particular finishes, then pare things down from there. A First-Time Buyer's Guide to Home Maintenance 2014-09-16T04:00:00Z The epoxy, a bisphenol A-based polymer formulated in the 1950s to repair ship hulls underwater, is used to caulk leaks in the wood tanks. Inside City’s Water Tanks, Layers of Neglect 2014-01-27T05:41:50Z All of a sudden, items like caulk, grounded outlets, paint colors and carpeting began to occupy much of my waking hours. You took out a 30-year home mortgage. Now what? 2013-05-29T15:43:39Z It’s sort of the caulk of the social media world, filling in gaps left by the others. Yahoo, Tumblr And Social Media Stuck In Neutral 2013-05-22T21:19:24Z Employees worked through the weekend, piling sandbags three high along the building, encasing the second floor of headquarters in plastic in case the roof leaked and caulking windows. A Retailer, Eileen Fisher, Shakes Off Storm’s Impact to Reopen 2012-11-21T19:28:52Z Sealing the spaces around windows with caulk goes a long way toward solving this problem. A First-Time Buyer's Guide to Home Maintenance 2014-09-16T04:00:00Z Representative West, the cantankerous congressman from Florida, will be missed, if for nothing more than his outrageous comments, which worked as reliable caulk that could fill a yawning news hole. Members of the 112th Congress Depart, Quirks in Tow 2012-11-21T02:34:31Z DOE estimates that upgrading the 1 million homes – adding insulation to wall cavities and attics, caulking windows and doors, and sealing ducts – supported tens of thousands of American construction jobs. Obama Administration Marks 1 Million Homes Weatherized Under The Stimulus 2012-10-01T03:41:06Z The substance itself, a toxic stew of hydrocarbons first used to caulk boats and provide eternal flames for worship, is unrecognizable to most of the Americans who rely on it to power their lives. After the oil spill 2012-09-17T18:16:00Z The program was designed to increase the efficiency of low-income peoples' homes through basic measures like improved insulation, weatherstripping and caulking. Dot Earth Blog: Video View of an Endangered Program Cutting Energy Waste 2012-09-06T14:44:26Z With the cylindrical plug jacked back into place, the boys in the back of the truck used a caulking gun to close the seam around it with concrete sealant. The Narco Tunnels of Nogales 2012-08-02T23:00:28Z Khasisatra enters a vessel, properly so called; it is launched, undergoes a trial trip, all its seams are caulked with bitumen, it is entrusted to a pilot. The Contemporary Review, Volume 36, November 1879 2012-04-25T02:01:12.830Z The materials required are iron borings, sal-ammoniac and sulphur; these are mixed together, moistened with water, and rammed into the socket, which is previously half filled with yarn, well caulked. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 2 "Hearing" to "Helmond" 2012-04-25T02:00:53.567Z Even after a strenuous day's mental and physical work he would be "as fresh as paint" after his customary "caulk." The Airship "Golden Hind" 2012-04-21T02:00:26.983Z He was a day-labourer, whom anybody could hire to build a wall, mend a thatch or caulk a boat; but—and this was the secret of his influence—he had a harp in his cottage. Mushroom Town 2012-04-21T02:00:25.923Z More than 600 subjects looked at photographs of the right hands of four different white males, each holding a different object: A power drill, a handsaw, a caulking gun and a .45 caliber handgun. Men Who Hold a Gun Appear Taller and Stronger 2012-04-14T19:45:00.223Z Her ports had to be closed and caulked, being only five feet above the water, and she was therefore unable to work her guns at sea. The Sea: Its Stirring Story of Adventure, Peril, & Heroism. Volume 1 2012-04-03T02:00:38.807Z The outer timbers were tightly caulked with oakum, like a ship, and the whole was payed over with pitch. The Sea: Its Stirring Story of Adventure, Peril, & Heroism. Volume 2 2012-04-03T02:00:36.237Z On July 14th the ship righted; and from that time to their arrival in England, after they had managed to patch up, caulk, and render her seaworthy, little of special interest occurred. The Sea: Its Stirring Story of Adventure, Peril, & Heroism. Volume 3 2012-04-03T02:00:31.900Z Each joint can be as efficiently caulked as the other, as the rivet spacing is the same and the edge of the plate is the same distance from the rivets in both cases. Modern Machine-Shop Practice, Volumes I and II 2012-03-23T02:00:33.140Z The hand holding the caulking gun was matched most often with the smallest and weakest male images. Men Who Hold a Gun Appear Taller and Stronger 2012-04-14T19:45:00.223Z The latter are much more convenient for packing the meat in, and are easily caulked, if they should crack so as to leak. Sheep, Swine, and Poultry Embracing the History and Varieties of Each; The Best Modes of Breeding; Their Feeding and Management; Together with etc. 2012-03-21T02:00:35.167Z The joints are packed or caulked with tow, smeared with a mixture of white and red lead. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 13, Slice 7 "Horticulture" to "Hudson Bay" 2012-03-04T03:00:13.390Z On sounding the well she was found not to leak, though the carpenters had employment enough in caulking the seams on deck. The Sea: Its Stirring Story of Adventure, Peril, & Heroism. Volume 3 2012-04-03T02:00:31.900Z When the packing is to be adjusted, the carriage is run out of the way, and the packing operation is performed by hand, with a caulking tool. Modern Machine-Shop Practice, Volumes I and II 2012-03-23T02:00:33.140Z The upper planking consists of three or four broad boards on each side, sewn together, and their seams caulked. Narrative of the surveying voyages of His Majesty's ships Adventure and Beagle, between the years 1826 and 1836 Volume I. - Proceedings of the First Expedition, 1826-1830 2012-02-24T03:00:32.793Z Between them the two collaborators soon had a fine heap of oakum ready for use, and a couple of days' hard work at low tide sufficed to caulk all the seams. With Drake on the Spanish Main 2012-02-20T03:00:17.357Z If they were outwitted in all this, they would creep into the boats as they were tied up at night, and bore holes in the bottom or dig out the caulking. The History of Louisville, from the Earliest Settlement till the Year 1852 2012-02-04T03:00:17.917Z The planking of all of them was so dried up that it could hardly be made tight by caulking. The Sea: Its Stirring Story of Adventure, Peril, & Heroism. Volume 3 2012-04-03T02:00:31.900Z Rust Joints.—These are joints made by means of filling the space between the flanges, or annular spaces, as the case may be, with cast-iron turnings, and compacting them with a caulking tool. Modern Machine-Shop Practice, Volumes I and II 2012-03-23T02:00:33.140Z Our ship required caulking, which, in so rainy a climate, was difficult to accomplish. Narrative of the surveying voyages of His Majesty's ships Adventure and Beagle, between the years 1826 and 1836 Volume I. - Proceedings of the First Expedition, 1826-1830 2012-02-24T03:00:32.793Z The leaks having been well caulked, Dennis proceeded to pump the water from the lower parts of the hold. With Drake on the Spanish Main 2012-02-20T03:00:17.357Z The Babylonian home-land of the story seems certainly to be indicated by the mention of two kinds of bitumen or pitch for caulking the vessel, Babylonia being the land of bitumen par excellence. The Old Testament In the Light of The Historical Records and Legends of Assyria and Babylonia 2012-02-02T03:04:35.567Z They were to be caulked, and swelled, and launched, and stowed, before they could venture to embark in them. The Sea: Its Stirring Story of Adventure, Peril, & Heroism. Volume 3 2012-04-03T02:00:31.900Z Cement is then again put in and the caulking repeated, the process being continued until the whole space is filled. Modern Machine-Shop Practice, Volumes I and II 2012-03-23T02:00:33.140Z The canoes were large; at the bottom was a plank, twenty inches wide, to which were sewn the sides, in the manner of the piraguas, and they were caulked with bark, in a similar way. Narrative of the surveying voyages of His Majesty's ships Adventure and Beagle, between the years 1826 and 1836 Volume I. - Proceedings of the First Expedition, 1826-1830 2012-02-24T03:00:32.793Z Many a time he had seen ships careened and caulked in the dockyard at Plymouth. With Drake on the Spanish Main 2012-02-20T03:00:17.357Z Having caulked their ships, they sent out a long bark as a scout, and arranged a plan of attacking the Spanish fleet. The Monarchs of the Main, Volume III (of 3) Or, Adventures of the Buccaneers 2012-01-23T03:00:10.207Z Would they caulk their ships, would they even litter their horses with wool, if it were not both plenty and cheap? Heroes of Science: Physicists 2012-01-17T03:00:17Z The wire rings should be firmly gripped by the bolts to prevent them from moving from the caulking blows, which should be at first delivered lightly. Modern Machine-Shop Practice, Volumes I and II 2012-03-23T02:00:33.140Z On the 13th of October, we sailed for Rio de Janeiro to procure some stores, which had been sent from England for our use, and to be caulked and refitted. Narrative of the surveying voyages of His Majesty's ships Adventure and Beagle, between the years 1826 and 1836 Volume I. - Proceedings of the First Expedition, 1826-1830 2012-02-24T03:00:32.793Z Marine′-glue, not a glue, but a cementing composition, used in shipbuilding, for paying seams in ships' decks after being caulked. Chambers's Twentieth Century Dictionary (part 2 of 4: E-M) 2012-01-11T03:00:23.770Z Inside, the joints were carefully caulked with cement and rendered smooth, the plasterers working continuously along with the pipe layers, doing from 20 to 35 m. at a time. ASCE 1193: The Water-Works and Sewerage of Monterrey, N. L., Mexico The 4th article from the June, 1911, Volume LXXII, Transactions of the American Society of Civil Engineers. Paper No. 1193, Feb. 1, 1911. 2012-01-02T03:00:24.717Z From where she stood, in dyed shadow, a figure only less golden than the cloth, she heard the hollow ring of the caulking malls and the harsh rustle of the palms. San Crist?bal de la Habana 2012-01-01T03:00:08.773Z And now, boys, I’m going to have a caulk for an hour. The Cruise of the Snowbird A Story of Arctic Adventure 2011-12-13T03:00:23.197Z So that the meaning of the passage is that the ships are caulked or pitched with this herb or gum. A Description of the Coasts of East Africa and Malabar in the Beginning of the Sixteenth Century 2011-12-11T03:00:10.483Z I was caulking incipient leaks all the way to Portland as a consequence of that confounded “one man” portage. Down the Columbia 2011-12-10T03:00:16.583Z Around this as a centre is fitted a roll of linoleum, oiled inside and secured with string, with all its joints caulked with clay. Pottery, for Artists Craftsmen & Teachers 2011-12-10T03:00:15.097Z They will, without any European supervision, heave down wooden sailing-vessels up to about 1000 tons, and repair the keel, or strip, caulk, and re-copper the bottom. The Inhabitants of the Philippines 2011-11-23T03:00:21.653Z Next they put in a good pile of dry hay, carefully close the front door and lock it up with stones caulked with grass and moss. The Adventures of a Grain of Dust 2011-11-22T03:00:12.257Z In this fortress and town of Cochin there is much machinery and apparatus for caulking and refitting ships, and also galleys and caravels, with as much perfection as in our parts. A Description of the Coasts of East Africa and Malabar in the Beginning of the Sixteenth Century 2011-12-11T03:00:10.483Z At least for now, simple measures such as caulking might save more energy. Growing field of ?smart grid? technology faces opposition over pricing, privacy 2011-11-12T01:05:00Z Simple measures such as caulking might save more energy now. Growing field of ?smart grid? technology faces opposition over pricing, privacy 2011-11-11T14:34:47Z Caulk′er, one who caulks: a dram: a big lie—also Cauk′er; Caulk′ing; Caulk′ing-ī′ron, an instrument like a chisel used for pressing oakum into the seams of ships. Chambers's Twentieth Century Dictionary (part 1 of 4: A-D) 2011-10-11T02:01:08.990Z I feel fresh as possible after my long caulk.” The War of the Axe Adventures in South Africa 2011-10-10T02:00:22.657Z Lastly, take out, invert, and caulk all the seams well with boiling pitch outside, and inside with sturgeon blubber or glue made by boiling horn or rawhide. Indian Scout Talks A Guide for Boy Scouts and Camp Fire Girls 2011-09-11T02:00:11.207Z There were many streaks of light, chinks which must be caulked, where they did not fit. Bevis The Story of a Boy 2011-08-13T02:00:28.377Z We resolved, after consultation, to beach the ships and heave them down, as they were making much water, and to caulk them afresh, before shaping a course for Spain. The Letters of Amerigo Vespucci and other documents illustrative of his career 2011-08-02T02:00:24.457Z PCBs also were identified in caulk used in school construction materials. Family group sues New York City schools over light fixtures 2011-07-21T18:57:27Z “If you want a caulk, just you take it below in your bunk.” Dutch the Diver A Man's Mistake 2011-07-15T02:00:21.010Z For though sailors are pretty good at keeping watch out at sea, get ’em in port, and watching with them means choosing the softest plank under the bulwarks, and having a good caulk. Adventures of Working Men From the Notebook of a Working Surgeon 2011-07-07T02:00:30.453Z But it still leaked, so they drew it out once more and again caulked the seams. Bevis The Story of a Boy 2011-08-13T02:00:28.377Z Canoes are kept beneath the houses for several months, until the festival of Kiala, or fetching food, when they are brought to the beach at Elpanam, caulked, and made ready for use. In the Andamans and Nicobars The Narrative of a Cruise in the Schooner "Terrapin" 2011-06-30T02:00:24.487Z Half our cargo under deck was sodden through, for we'd three feet of water in the hold all the voyage, despite the patent caulking. Dry Fish and Wet Tales from a Norwegian Seaport 2011-04-24T02:00:08.440Z There's a school on that promontory yonder, where the master, besides reading and writing, instructs in net-mending, sail-making, caulking, and fish salting. Luttrell Of Arran Complete 2011-04-01T02:00:31.290Z We want her sides caulked with oakum, an' well scraped an' painted, so that with water inside of her or outside of her she won't leak. The Dusantes A Sequel to "The Casting Away of Mrs. Lecks and Mrs. Aleshine" 2011-03-06T03:00:18.327Z Over the years, PCBs also have found use in other applications, including as an ingredient of exterior building caulk and in some floor finishes. PCBs May Impair Fertility 2011-03-02T15:28:00Z The plan does not mention caulk, a potentially more daunting source of PCB contamination in schools because it involves material around windows and doorways. City to Replace School Lighting Tainted by PCBs 2011-02-24T21:10:49Z I could see no connection between ant-heaps in a wood on shore and the caulking of a leaky schooner. Dry Fish and Wet Tales from a Norwegian Seaport 2011-04-24T02:00:08.440Z The plan does not mention caulk, a potentially more daunting source of PCBs contamination in schools because it involves material around windows and doorways. City to Replace School Lighting Tainted by PCBs 2011-02-23T19:43:01Z The caulking, careless from the haste in which it had been done, had come away. Afloat in the Forest A Voyage among the Tree-Tops 2011-02-10T03:00:44.790Z It was very picturesque and substantial, built of huge logs, and caulked with moss. On Canada's Frontier Sketches of History, Sport, and Adventure and of the Indians, Missionaries, Fur-traders, and Newer Settlers of Western Canada 2011-02-09T03:00:51.093Z Mr. Walcott said that the caulk problem would be a focus of the city’s continuing PCB pilot study and that a remedy would be found for that as well. City to Replace School Lighting Tainted by PCBs 2011-02-24T21:10:49Z Well, then, you two men get the boat and go ashore for a few sacks of caulking. Dry Fish and Wet Tales from a Norwegian Seaport 2011-04-24T02:00:08.440Z The chemicals were widely used in electrical products and building materials like caulk until a federal ban was imposed in the late 1970s. City to Replace School Lighting Tainted by PCBs 2011-02-23T19:43:01Z The small ones may, but the big igarité,—it would be still afloat; they could bale out and caulk up again. Afloat in the Forest A Voyage among the Tree-Tops 2011-02-10T03:00:44.790Z As I reported last week, many parents in New York City are worried about the presence of the chemicals known as PCBs in light fixtures and caulking in school buildings. Green: Q&A: Just How Dangerous Are PCBs? 2011-02-07T18:59:54Z Last year, the Department of Education and the School Construction Authority undertook a pilot study under the E.P.A.’s oversight to examine PCBs in caulk and other potential sources in five school buildings. City to Replace School Lighting Tainted by PCBs 2011-02-24T21:10:49Z We caulked the Jenny as per instructions, and got her taut as a bottle. Dry Fish and Wet Tales from a Norwegian Seaport 2011-04-24T02:00:08.440Z Last year the city’s Department of Education and the School Construction Authority undertook a pilot study under the E.P.A.’s oversight to examine PCBs in caulk and other potential sources in five school buildings. City to Replace School Lighting Tainted by PCBs 2011-02-23T19:43:01Z Federal officials say that light ballasts are likely to leak as they age and that they release PCBs into the air faster and at higher levels than other sources like caulk. Parents Seek More Action on a Toxin in Schools 2011-02-03T19:31:00Z Other sources of exposure include PCBs in older building materials like caulking and fluorescent light fixtures. Green: Q&A: Just How Dangerous Are PCBs? 2011-02-07T18:59:54Z A smear of varnish decorated one cheek and she held a can of caulking material in her hand. Saboteurs on the River 2011-01-28T03:00:23.967Z We improved the leisure, by exercising the men at the guns, and caulking the decks, which were again beginning to let water enough through them, to inconvenience the men in their hammocks below. Memoirs of Service Afloat, During the War Between the States 2011-01-04T03:01:01.887Z The horses balled and stumbled and caulked themselves. The Boss of Wind River 2010-12-30T03:00:28.770Z In December, testing financed by two environmental advocacy groups also found high levels of PCBs in caulk at another school, P.S. Parents Seek More Action on a Toxin in Schools 2011-02-03T19:31:00Z Officials with the Education Department said that the study at first focused on cracked caulk, but that air sampling also pointed at lighting ballast, a regulating device in fluorescent lights made with oil containing PCBs. City Sparring With the E.P.A. Over a Plan to Check Schools for PCBs 2010-12-22T06:51:25Z "If you're having to caulk, it's time to replace them," Sullivan says. Skylights can add magic to a house, but installation is everything 2010-12-03T15:20:00Z It only remained to caulk our upper works, and this occupied us but a day or two longer. Memoirs of Service Afloat, During the War Between the States 2011-01-04T03:01:01.887Z Twenty hardened fighters, every one of whom thirsted for a chance to trample on his face with caulked boots, crowded up behind MacNutt. The Boss of Wind River 2010-12-30T03:00:28.770Z And developing countries can’t caulk or insulate their way to a green future. Economic Scene: Next Step on Policy for Climate 2010-10-13T00:09:00Z Even after removing fraying caulking and old fluorescent lighting fixtures that contained the material, the PCB levels remained elevated at P.S. Broad Call for Faster Action on School PCBs 2010-10-07T21:23:00Z Experts say homeowners should prevent the pests from coming indoors by sealing cracks with caulk and using weather stripping around doors and windows. Invasion of stink bugs has homeowners, farmers seeking relief 2010-09-24T16:58:00Z She had been put together with rather green timber, and, having been caulked in England, in winter, her seams were beginning to gape beneath the ardent heats of a semi-tropical climate. Memoirs of Service Afloat, During the War Between the States 2011-01-04T03:01:01.887Z We needed to do a little more caulking than we did. Joe Sestak, the 60th Democrat 2010-08-19T17:20:00Z Last year, the E.P.A. began a program to inform school administrators and building managers about the potential risks of PCBs in caulk and ways to minimize exposure. Tests Find Elevated PCB Levels in 3 Public Schools 2010-08-19T05:40:00Z In a first step, the E.P.A. agreed on Thursday to require the city remove the lighting ballasts of old fluorescent lights if they were shown to be releasing PCBs, as well as the caulking. Broad Call for Faster Action on School PCBs 2010-10-07T21:23:00Z There is no caulking between the lowermost floor planks, as one would expect of a ship stiffened to withstand a buffeting on the high seas. A Brigantine Beneath Washington Street 2010-07-29T23:25:00Z We did not need coal, but we had some caulking of the bends, and replacing of copper about the water-line to do, and some slight repairs to put upon our engine. Memoirs of Service Afloat, During the War Between the States 2011-01-04T03:01:01.887Z Efficiency Materials A recent study by an energy efficiency nonprofit found that more than 90 percent of caulking and insulation is made in the United States. Netflix Cancels Contest Plans and Settles Suit 2010-03-12T20:02:00Z Furthermore, the sheet metal, insulation, caulking and other materials used in home energy remodeling are overwhelmingly produced by American mills and factories, another sector of our economy with tremendous underutilized capacity. 2010-02-12T11:00:00Z A wrought-iron ring is sometimes shrunk on the outer rim of the socket, previously turned to receive it, in order to strengthen it against the wedging action of the caulking tool. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 3 "Apollodorus" to "Aral" "Now," said Chips, as the sailors call the carpenter, "if we had a little oakum to caulk these seams we should be all right." Old Farm Fairies: A Summer Campaign In Brownieland Against King Cobweaver's Pixies We caulked the largest with table knives, wooden wedges, &c. Journal of Voyages Containing an Account of the Author's being Twice Captured by the English and Once by Gibbs the Pirate... There all day long you could hear the sound Of the caulking iron, the ship's bronze bell, And the clank of the capstan going round As the great tides rose and fell. Later Poems We commenced operations this morning by hauling our boat out of the water and repairing and caulking it, and covering it with canvas. Narrative of the March of Co. A, Engineers from Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, to Fort Bridger, Utah, and Return May 6 to October 3, 1858 They were caulked with oakum, on the top of which, to a third of the total depth, hot asphalt was run. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 2, Slice 3 "Apollodorus" to "Aral" When the woodwork was done the boat was turned keel up, and the caulking began. Old Farm Fairies: A Summer Campaign In Brownieland Against King Cobweaver's Pixies I called all hands and went to caulking with table knives, &c. Journal of Voyages Containing an Account of the Author's being Twice Captured by the English and Once by Gibbs the Pirate... Flax was certainly used for caulking in the time of Alexander the Great, and a similar material has continued to be employed for this purpose down to the present day. Ancient and Modern Ships. Part 1. Wooden Sailing Ships We caulked it as best we could with leaves and some old rags, but the thing was a failure, and none of us cared to risk it. The Bright Side of Prison Life Experience, In Prison and Out, of an Involuntary Soujouner in Rebellion Then the hull of the vessel was unprotected, and the teredo, or ship worm, bored it through and through, until nothing but careening and caulking could save the poor craft from sinking. The West Indies and the Spanish Main More than once he had bummed passage near the atomic fuel vats of cranky old space-freighters that were mere tin cans caulked with chewing gum. Shock Treatment The work went on so expeditiously that the brigantines were finished in a very short time, and had now merely to be caulked, provided with masts, sails, and then to be rigged. The Memoirs of the Conquistador Bernal Diaz del Castillo, Vol 2 (of 2) Written by Himself Containing a True and Full Account of the Discovery and Conquest of Mexico and New Spain. At this time he was earning a shilling a day by caulking the fishermen's boats under repair at the Pêqueries. Toilers of the Sea The sun blazed down from nearly overhead at noon until the caulking in the deck bubbled and the sea seemed to steam. The Pirates of Shan The craft had struck a dozen times, twice rather sharply, but beyond a scraping on one side and a slight crack in the bow, which was speedily caulked up, she escaped injury. To Alaska for Gold The Fortune Hunters of the Yukon Savery took the stand in his uniform of slavery, red mackinaw shirt, stagged-off pants, caulked shoes, and a battered slouch hat in his hand. The Everett massacre A history of the class struggle in the lumber industry With the bowsprit hove down and securely strapped and riveted, and the last caulking blow dealt at the leaky doubling, his services became of small account. The Brassbounder A Tale of the Sea Her father was busy there at an overturned boat–evidently caulking the seams. Wyn's Camping Days or, The Outing of the Go-Ahead Club Scotty had his rifle, a small first-aid kit, and a wooden caulking mallet. The Pirates of Shan The Johnson Iron Works and Shipbuilding Company likewise has facilities for wood repairing, caulking, painting and scraping of vessels, as well as iron work. The Industrial Canal and Inner Harbor of New Orleans History, Description and Economic Aspects of Giant Facility Created to Encourage Industrial Expansion and Develop Commerce It takes nearly twelve hours to get the ship free, and caulked, and ready to lift. The Lost Kafoozalum With the tattered canvas and the seams tarred and the mends in the hull caulked, Hudson handed out all the bread that was left—a pound to each man. The "Adventurers of England" on Hudson Bay A Chronicle of the Fur Trade in the North (Volume 18 of the Chronicles of Canada) We were kidding Lew because he was still wearing his tin hat and caulked boots from work. Trees Are Where You Find Them Close at hand we have the pleasant chink-chink of caulking hammers, for barges are built and repaired in this snug harbor. Afloat on the Ohio An Historical Pilgrimage of a Thousand Miles in a Skiff, from Redstone to Cairo The shack was built of logs, notched where they crossed at the corners and caulked with moss. Partners of the Out-Trail But once on shore—he thinks it dull, And soon begins to tar the hull And caulk the timbers of his ship: "I'll try," he says, "another trip." Literary Tours in The Highlands and Islands of Scotland In this way he ruminated, standing with his hands in pockets alongside the boat he was expected to finish by caulking. The Trail of a Sourdough Life in Alaska It is used on board ships for poles, for sails, for cables, for rigging, and for caulking. Travels in China, Containing Descriptions, Observations, and Comparisons, Made and Collected in the Course of a Short Residence at the Imperial Palace of Yuen-Min-Yuen, and on a Subsequent Journey through the Country from Pekin to Canton Friday, 22d.—The carpenters employed putting a false keel to long boat and caulking her. The Wreck on the Andamans While the deck was being laid the hull was caulked and painted, and the two masts, sails, and rigging prepared. By Conduct and Courage A Story of the Days of Nelson The Madras boat is large and light, constructed of thin planks sewed together with hide thongs, and caulked with cocoanut fibre. Due West or Round the World in Ten Months It might be managed, perhaps, and he decided to do the caulking as requested by Roberts. The Trail of a Sourdough Life in Alaska It was in a very dilapidated state, but "all night long the faithful fellow worked, caulking and pitching," while the fugitives "lay concealed in an old hollow beech log." Sword and Pen Ventures and Adventures of Willard Glazier It is hardly ever used in these days except in boatbuilding, for coating the planks and caulking. A History of Art in Chaldæa & Assyria, v. 1 The laying, caulking, and paying of the cutter’s deck kept them busy for a fortnight; and she was then in condition for the fitting up of her interior. Dick Leslie's Luck A Story of Shipwreck and Adventure Then he took a stroll round the decks, just to wile away the time, and to make sure that the watch—and especially the lookout—was not “caulking.” The Voyage of the Aurora This building had been originally made warm and tight by moss chinking, a heavy door, and closely caulked windows. The Trail of a Sourdough Life in Alaska In the longer boats planks or gunwales are stitched on the sides, and the seams are caulked, so as to render the boat water-tight. Children of Borneo Holes are bored, the birch threaded through, securely fastened, and then, to make the whole thing water-tight, the seams are well caulked with tar. Through Finland in Carts These he next strengthened by nailing stout timbers, walings, and stringers to the bottom and sides, inside; when a careful caulking and paying of the seams completed them by rendering them watertight. Dick Leslie's Luck A Story of Shipwreck and Adventure Large barrack-rooms are provided with caulked floors like ships' decks, and have rows of hammocks slung across them; these are stowed in the day-time, when the rooms are used as mess-rooms. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 3, Part 1, Slice 3 "Banks" to "Bassoon" "I never caulked a boat in my life, and I think it a poor time to begin," said Smithson. The Trail of a Sourdough Life in Alaska The next morning found him busy caulking a big flat-bottomed boat, which was already half 148 laden with stores. Colorado Jim Yes, I know we'd figured we'd got everything caulked up air-tight, but I says to myself, 'What's the use in taking a chance on a leak if you don't have to?' Sundry Accounts Uncle Ventolera was caulking the seams of his beached boat with tow and pitch. The Dead Command From the Spanish Los Muertos Mandan A log house is better but it is almost impossible to make the caulking of that weather-proof. The Boy Scouts on the Yukon When a ship suffers leakage from inefficient caulking. The Sailor's Word-Book An Alphabetical Digest of Nautical Terms, including Some More Especially Military and Scientific, but Useful to Seamen; as well as Archaisms of Early Voyagers, etc. I don’t suppose we shall be able to make them watertight, but we might caulk them up with pitch or gum from some of the trees. With Cochrane the Dauntless The lead subcommittee procured 500 tons of lead for caulking pipe at 3 cents less than market price. World's War Events, Vol. II You can carry on and have a jolly good caulk. The Long Trick He ripped out fathom after fathom of fresh caulking in the garboards, making assurance doubly sure, by thrusting his knife-blade clear through the seam in a dozen places. Gold Out of Celebes To caulk slightly those openings that will not bear the force required for caulking. The Sailor's Word-Book An Alphabetical Digest of Nautical Terms, including Some More Especially Military and Scientific, but Useful to Seamen; as well as Archaisms of Early Voyagers, etc. It was caulked with oakum obtained from some of the least serviceable of the ropes of the brig, dipped in a resin that they found oozing from some trees. With Cochrane the Dauntless When we’d made him a pretty good hand with the file and drill, he got Bill to teach him how to caulk. Prescott of Saskatchewan They remained on the bottom four hours while the sweating mechanics repaired the damaged hydroplane gear and effected some temporary caulking round certain plates that bulged ominously. The Long Trick Every day witnessed a certain amount of progress, until at length the open shell was finished and caulked. The First Mate The Story of a Strange Cruise But should be securely barred and caulked in before proceeding to sea. The Sailor's Word-Book An Alphabetical Digest of Nautical Terms, including Some More Especially Military and Scientific, but Useful to Seamen; as well as Archaisms of Early Voyagers, etc. Her decks had been scrubbed until the caulking in the seams looked like lines of black paint on old ivory. Isle o' Dreams First thing was to put that caulking right, and we spent three or four days driving the landings down—you can do a lot with good soft steel. Prescott of Saskatchewan During this long stay of a month in one place the vessels were well caulked, the sails and rigging attended to, and every precaution taken for a voyage in tropical and damp climates. Celebrated Travels and Travellers Part 2. The Great Navigators of the Eighteenth Century The watchkeepers insist on keeping the settee to caulk on in the intervals of hogging in their cabins. A Tall Ship On Other Naval Occasions A tool for clearing the pitch and oakum out of the seams, previous to their being caulked afresh. The Sailor's Word-Book An Alphabetical Digest of Nautical Terms, including Some More Especially Military and Scientific, but Useful to Seamen; as well as Archaisms of Early Voyagers, etc. Soon they were there caulking the crack as well. An Apostate: Nawin of Thais It was not through the crevice, I had stopped with the jacket, they had sought entrance; but by another aperture, which I had caulked with a piece of cloth. The Boy Tar Then suddenly with two quick strong stamps of his caulked feet the young riverman brought the whirling timber to a standstill. The Adventures of Bobby Orde This joint should be wiped very slim to allow room for the caulking tools. Elements of Plumbing It is used in a hot state with oakum in caulking the ship to fill the chinks or intervals between her planks. The Sailor's Word-Book An Alphabetical Digest of Nautical Terms, including Some More Especially Military and Scientific, but Useful to Seamen; as well as Archaisms of Early Voyagers, etc. He just let the old foundation crumble and sordid experiences caulk into and harden over the holes stinking like excrement. An Apostate: Nawin of Thais On this side, the piece of cloth left no more caulking to be done, as it fitted just tight enough to prevent any living creature from passing beside it. The Boy Tar The sharp caulks of the rivermen's shoes had long since picked away the surface, leaving it pockmarked and uneven. The Adventures of Bobby Orde After the digging is completed, the house trap, which is a 6-inch running trap, is caulked into a length of 6-inch cast-iron pipe. Elements of Plumbing A cross is cut in the tree-nail end, and wedges driven in, caulked; or sometimes a wedge is driven into its inner end, and the tree-nail is thus secured. The Sailor's Word-Book An Alphabetical Digest of Nautical Terms, including Some More Especially Military and Scientific, but Useful to Seamen; as well as Archaisms of Early Voyagers, etc. The deck is of mahogany, well caulked, and seven-eighths of an inch in thickness. A Yacht Voyage Round England It could not get underneath the butt, for the crevice there was closed up, regularly caulked with pieces of the cloth. The Boy Tar The little devil was disappointed—that could be seen by his face—and I was also pretty sure did not believe my talk about the rope I wanted and the caulking to be done. The Strange Adventure Of James Shervinton 1902 Therefore, we will go over in detail only the caulking of the joints in the various positions. Elements of Plumbing One of the caulker's tools; it has a groove in it, and is used after the caulking iron to finish off the seam. The Sailor's Word-Book An Alphabetical Digest of Nautical Terms, including Some More Especially Military and Scientific, but Useful to Seamen; as well as Archaisms of Early Voyagers, etc. By heaving her down they got at what they believed to be the chief leak, and caulked it, and in four days they considered their craft once more ready for sea. The Three Midshipmen I even went through the labour of taking all the biscuits out of the box, and drawing forth two or three fresh pieces of cloth to help me in my “caulking.” The Boy Tar At least three kinds of tree are necessary for the best results: the birch for the skin, the fir to caulk it with, and the cedar for the sewing fibres and the frame. All Afloat A Chronicle of Craft and Waterways Tools Required.—Ladle, asbestos pourer, hammer, cold chisel, yarning iron, two caulking irons, furnace and pot. Elements of Plumbing A wooden hammer, of which there are several sorts.—A caulking mallet is employed to drive the oakum into the seams of a ship. The Sailor's Word-Book An Alphabetical Digest of Nautical Terms, including Some More Especially Military and Scientific, but Useful to Seamen; as well as Archaisms of Early Voyagers, etc. She also required caulking, which detained the expedition some time. Captain Cook His Life, Voyages, and Discoveries The rocking of the vessel, too, occasionally caused the boxes and barrels to move a little; and this had the effect of loosening the cloth caulking, and causing it to drop out. The Boy Tar The first thing to be done was to caulk the boat. Owen Hartley; or, Ups and Downs A Tale of Land and Sea A long sweep fitting is caulked without a great deal of difficulty. Elements of Plumbing The opening between ends or joints of the planks when worked for caulking. The Sailor's Word-Book An Alphabetical Digest of Nautical Terms, including Some More Especially Military and Scientific, but Useful to Seamen; as well as Archaisms of Early Voyagers, etc. Meantime, the ship was caulked, which she much required. Captain Cook His Life, Voyages, and Discoveries I caulked up the vent as before, and then sat down in silence. The Boy Tar The Timandra Bank lightship requires some repairs, and the decks want caulking, which I anticipate may be done without removing the vessel from her station. Report on the Department of Ports and Harbours for the Year 1890-91 If a short bend fitting is used, the matter of caulking is difficult. Elements of Plumbing A shipwright's heavy mallet for driving the wedges called reeming irons, so as to open the seams in order to caulk. The Sailor's Word-Book An Alphabetical Digest of Nautical Terms, including Some More Especially Military and Scientific, but Useful to Seamen; as well as Archaisms of Early Voyagers, etc. “That means, I suppose, that he’s all right, and having a good caulk in my cot.” Picked up at Sea The Gold Miners of Minturne Creek In answer to this interrogatory, it occurred to me that I might caulk the hole with a rag from my jacket. The Boy Tar The metal on her bottom is becoming thin, and the caulking in her topsides defective. Report on the Department of Ports and Harbours for the Year 1890-91 If placed outside the house or below the cellar floor the clean-outs must extend to surface with brass screw cap ferrules caulked in. Elements of Plumbing A vessel or boat, the planks of which are all flush and smooth, the edges laid close to each other, and caulked to make them water-tight: in contradistinction to clinker-built, where they overlap each other. The Sailor's Word-Book An Alphabetical Digest of Nautical Terms, including Some More Especially Military and Scientific, but Useful to Seamen; as well as Archaisms of Early Voyagers, etc. We now caulk a ship by forcing oakum into the seams. The Romance of Words (4th ed.) At the moment when Yaspard spoke, his bonnie boat was lying among the great rough stones, with a rent in her side that no mere caulking could cure. Viking Boys She had been freshly caulked while she lay on the deck of the Scarboro, and her seams did not let in enough water to keep her sweet. Swept Out to Sea Clint Webb Among the Whalers The body of the clean-out ferrule must be at least equal in weight and thickness to the caulking ferrule for the same size pipe. Elements of Plumbing Where caulking is not used, the butts or joints of the planks are sometimes rabbeted, and fayed close, whence they are thus denominated. The Sailor's Word-Book An Alphabetical Digest of Nautical Terms, including Some More Especially Military and Scientific, but Useful to Seamen; as well as Archaisms of Early Voyagers, etc. Our caulk is in medieval Latin calcare, and this represents a rare Latin verb calicare, to plaster with lime, from calx, lime. The Romance of Words (4th ed.) We drew it out again; caulking was out of the question, so we collected dry reeds and tied them into bundles with grass ropes made on the spot. Reminiscences of a South African Pioneer On the outside it was built with double planks, daubed over with Greek pitch, caulked with linen rags, and over all a sheet of lead, fastened on with little copper nails.” How Britannia Came to Rule the Waves Updated to 1900 When cool, the lead should be set and then caulked around the pipe and around the hub. Elements of Plumbing It is used to scrape the ship's side or decks after caulking, or to clean the top-masts, &c. The Sailor's Word-Book An Alphabetical Digest of Nautical Terms, including Some More Especially Military and Scientific, but Useful to Seamen; as well as Archaisms of Early Voyagers, etc. The oldest example of the verb to caulk is about 1500. The Romance of Words (4th ed.) Stages being formed, the crew got on them, some cleaning the planks from the growth of seaweed, some extracting the caulking which was rotten, when the caulkers put in fresh oakum, and pitched it over. Notable Voyagers From Columbus to Nordenskiold It was covered with thick planking, and lined with lead, thoroughly caulked and tarred, while over all was a coat of canvas, payed over with hot pitch. How Britannia Came to Rule the Waves Updated to 1900 The beginner should start at the trap and caulk the joints with the trap held in place. Elements of Plumbing When the ship's labouring forces the caulking out of her seams. The Sailor's Word-Book An Alphabetical Digest of Nautical Terms, including Some More Especially Military and Scientific, but Useful to Seamen; as well as Archaisms of Early Voyagers, etc. Hence the verb to caulk is explained as coming from Mid. The Romance of Words (4th ed.) Finding a commodious port, with abundance of fresh water and fuel, they hove down their ships and caulked them. Notable Voyagers From Columbus to Nordenskiold As you look at the walls, you see the house is built of timbers, squared and notched together, and caulked with moss or oakum. Acadia or, A Month with the Blue Noses This joint should be wiped very slim to allow room for the caulking irons to pass by it and get into the hub of the pipe. Elements of Plumbing Well caulked, and so compact as to prevent the admission of water. The Sailor's Word-Book An Alphabetical Digest of Nautical Terms, including Some More Especially Military and Scientific, but Useful to Seamen; as well as Archaisms of Early Voyagers, etc. But we caulk the ship or the seams, not the oakum. The Romance of Words (4th ed.) In a short time the old tower, under the captain’s directions, was put into a habitable condition, and well caulked, as he observed, when he surveyed the work. Washed Ashore The Tower of Stormount Bay The walls are built of heavy timbers, laid one upon another, and caulked with moss or oakum. Acadia or, A Month with the Blue Noses The fittings and traps and pipe are caulked in place as fast as possible. Elements of Plumbing It is principally used in caulking the seams, for stopping leaks, and for making into twice-laid ropes. The Sailor's Word-Book An Alphabetical Digest of Nautical Terms, including Some More Especially Military and Scientific, but Useful to Seamen; as well as Archaisms of Early Voyagers, etc. Primitive caulking consisted in plastering a wicker coracle with clay. The Romance of Words (4th ed.) I’m right, I know; he’s having a caulk.” In the King's Name The Cruise of the "Kestrel" The lighthouse was enveloped in flames nearly to the bottom, for the outside planking, being caulked and covered with pitch, was very inflammable. The Story of the Rock When possible, the joints are caulked outside of the trench in an upright position. Elements of Plumbing To pay a seam is to pour hot pitch and tar into it after caulking, to defend the oakum from the wet. The Sailor's Word-Book An Alphabetical Digest of Nautical Terms, including Some More Especially Military and Scientific, but Useful to Seamen; as well as Archaisms of Early Voyagers, etc. Almost every language which has a nautical vocabulary uses for our caulk a verb related to Fr. calfater. The Romance of Words (4th ed.) He caulked the cask and declared that the first who sucked it should have a talk with him. The Fête At Coqueville 1907 Their seams were caulked like those of a ship, and they gave to the lighthouse when finished the appearance of an elegant fluted column. The Story of the Rock These fittings and pipe are joined by first caulking with oakum and pouring, with one continuous pour, the hub full of molten metal. Elements of Plumbing A vessel fitted for boiling pitch in, which should be veered astern of the one being caulked. The Sailor's Word-Book An Alphabetical Digest of Nautical Terms, including Some More Especially Military and Scientific, but Useful to Seamen; as well as Archaisms of Early Voyagers, etc. The seam may be strapped inside or at the ends by bits of ebonite acting as bridges, and the seam itself may be caulked with melted paraffin or anthracene. On Laboratory Arts |
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