This cookie, set by YouTube, registers a unique ID to store data on what videos from YouTube the user has seen. On a medium speed, start by running the blade across the bottom of the silicone, followed by the top. Continue to run the blade across until the silicone has fully removed. Prices are similar, especially when considering what you get. The kit cost around 20-30% more, as you would expect. When considering the two tools the price will be one of the least important considerations. Are they worth the money? Our verdict is… You need a good grip on removal tools to help lift the sealant away from the surface. The 3-1 was definitely more sturdy and larger making it easier to grip. A rubber sleeve also helps with the handling. The generic removal tool is not as sturdy and the plastic finish does offer as much grip but it does have ridges to improve the grip when using.

The generic removal tool has a selection of five different heads which are easy to swap and keep their shape. But its sliding handle, while useful, doesn’t have the feel of a tool that will last with heavy duty use.

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You can also apply removal gel that breaks down the silicone to make scraping off easier. But again, this isn’t as effective for fully removing silicone as you’ll often be left with chunks of stubborn silicone. Therefore, a sufficient amount of elbow grease and time is required. New Relic uses this cookie to store a session identifier so that New Relic can monitor session counts for an application. Should you get a silicone/caulk removal tool? Definitely. They are a great addition when removing silicone or caulk and should be in any DIYers tool kit and they only cost around the same price as a London pint — or for non drinkers, two coffees. Over time, silicone sealant around tiling, baths and sinks can often become mouldy and ineffective. Particularly if the sealant is damaged or worn away and water gets in. So, it helps to replace it every once in a while. But removing it isn’t as simple as it may seem and can be time consuming with traditional tools. Until now as SMART have developed the perfect silicone removal solution known as the Wide Scraper SMART blade. What is the Wide Scraper Blade? The scraper on both isn’t brilliant, they are adequate rather than outstanding. Personally, we would invest is a window scraper for the fine leftover caulk.

The generic removal tool has a plastic head, extendable handle and five sealant shapers (Image credit: Steven Jenkins) How did the two silicone removal tools compare? Chisels and Stanley knives are generally common tools for silicone removal. Although they’re effective, they’re not always ideal as you can easily scratch or damage the surface that you are removing the silicone from. In most cases using these tools will leave you with strands of silicone which will require extra tedious work to remove them. A cookie set by YouTube to measure bandwidth that determines whether the user gets the new or old player interface.Or even What are the Top 10 affordable (best budget, best cheap, or even best expensive!!!) Silicone Remover Tool available? Etc. When you’re ready to start removing the silicone, attach the Wide Scraper blade to your multi-tool.