How can we camouflage the damaged wall behind our vanities since the side splashes don’t cover it as we expected and the installers didn’t caulk?
Asked by آرمیتا Øسینی 
8 months ago
Last Updated: May 6, 2024
Got any cool ideas for covering up the messed-up wall behind our new bathroom vanities? We didn’t expect the side splashes to be so low, so we didn’t bother fixing the walls before installation. 😫 I think caulking would help, but the installers didn’t do it. Is it not usually caulked?
They probably should have caulked that during the installation. It was done on a budget.
Mentioned he has never witnessed a countertop installer caulking the wall. That task usually falls on the painter or in this scenario, the homeowner.
Always reminded my team to complete the job as that is the key to improvement.
Consider using white silicone caulking, such as Gorilla brand, but keep in mind that some damage may be too severe for caulking alone. You may need to repaint the area before proceeding.
After touching up with paint, allow it to dry before applying silicone. It’ll look good as new!
I would suggest starting by sanding it to smooth out any paint ridges or rough spots in the drywall. You might need to fill in the hole with spackling or silicone, depending on how much of it is visible. If you choose spackling, make sure to let it dry and then sand it down so it’s level with the rest of the wall. After sanding, wipe away any dust with a damp rag before painting over the patched area. If you opt for silicone or caulk, use a paintable variety for a seamless finish.
How about using a semi-clear caulk or finding a color that matches?
Seal it with caulk and then touch up the paint.
To make sure you get a straight and clean line of caulk, try using blue tape above and below where you plan to apply it.
Consider adding some ship lap to the design.
Slowly chip away at it, then apply joint compound, follow up with PVA primer, and finally, add a coat of paint.
Remember to always caulk that area, and choose a color that complements both the backsplash and wall colors.
Caulking is recommended for this area.
Adding metal angle trim would give it a clean finish.
To avoid water seepage and mold growth, it’s best to caulk the area
I suggest starting with spackling and painting, followed by caulking
I would recommend caulking it first and then painting over it
For sure, use some caulk