Practice using the caulk gun on a piece of cardboard. Squeeze the trigger and move down the line at a 45-degree angle at a consistent pace. If you go too slowly, the caulk might end up clumping.

"It's perfect for areas where the caulk line should be less noticeable and it's also ideal for sealing fixtures and joints where a visible color might distract from the aesthetic", Garvey says.

Maintain the pressure you have on the handle, keeping the caulk right at the tip of the tube, while you line it up with the intended crevice. Once you are satisfied with your starting point ...