What is the cause of this issue and what steps can be taken to resolve it?
Asked by Riley Walters 
6 months ago
Last Updated: June 21, 2024
I’m wondering why this is going on and what can I do to solve it?
Hey Chaz, have you tried looking for paintable silicone caulk? We keep some in the shop for the old commercial building. I’m not sure if you can find it at a regular Home Depot.
Bring them closer to each other.
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I would caulk and paint the walls that are expanding and contracting due to the weather.
It’s possible that the house is settling. Consider caulking and painting to address any issues.
White caulk
Make sure to have a foundation contractor evaluate it to ensure there are no major problems. If everything looks good, go ahead and caulk and paint.
She’s not keeping up with her exercises to stay in shape.
Getting new carpet?
Hey, if you’re talking about caulk, just make sure to use the good silicone kind. I applied baseboard caulk in various spots around my previous house and it all ended up cracking, so I had to scrape it off.
You shouldn’t paint over silicone caulk.
Chaz, I totally agree. In my experience, I’d prefer to leave a gap rather than fill it in and risk everything falling apart.
Hey Chaz, that’s so true. Based on my experience, I think I would have preferred to leave the gap rather than filling it and risking it all cracking.
I saw this happening above my kitchen cabinets on one side. After a few months, I checked and they had disappeared. Just recently, I noticed they are back. It’s like my house is breathing! I decided to just leave it alone 😂🤭
My house goes through this every year above the back door. It’s more obvious in the summer than in the winter.
Your home breathes in and out.
https://www.dap.com/products-projects/product-categories/caulks-sealants/latex/extreme-stretch/
I need to caulk and paint my house. It was built in 1963 and still needs some work.
Just a bit of adjusting. Use a quality white paintable silicone caulk and paint to touch up your baseboards. ‘t stress about foundation issues unless you notice problems elsewhere. There are various methods for cutting baseboards for a snug fit, like a basic 45 degree miter joint that can expand and contract with changing weather conditions.
This is a common occurrence in every home – the expansion and contraction can be frustrating. But don’t worry, you can fix it with the right decorating tools! 😊
I remember a carpenter mentioning that he utilized window glazing
Cleaning, patching, and painting is pretty much our main tasks
That corner has only two Sheetrock boards hanging there without any wood support. To properly address this problem, you’ll have to add wood backing in that corner. Forget about caulking or glazing or any of that DIY stuff those armchair contractors are suggesting
Try using a moisture reader on it