Removing old caulk after softening it

[Brownleaf]

I am planning on using goo-gone caulk remover to soften old caulk. Anyone have any feedback on that choice and removing old caulk? Thanks Doug

[Brownleaf]

I see that mineral spirits is a solvent and with a bunch of warnings yet it is reported to be useful in cleaning around caulk issues . Is it safe and wont remove siding coloring etc.? Thanks for all the replies Doug

[TechWriter]

Gary45 wrote:
1/2 inch wood chisel works well

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[Cummins12V98]

Interesting how everyone is talking about roof caulking. Did I miss some verbiage in the OP’s post?

[Cummins12V98]

Brownleaf wrote:
I am planning on using goo-gone caulk remover to soften old caulk. Anyone have any feedback on that choice and removing old caulk? Thanks Doug

You may want to add what type of location you are wanting to remove the caulking from.

[NamMedevac_70]

plastic razor blades and/or plastic putty knife works for me after softening with DAP caulk remover on fiberglass.

[dedmiston]

Yep. Knife or blade.

[Grit_dog]

Or peel with a razor blade. I’d try that on smooth surfaces.

[12th_Man_Fan]

On hard surfaces I use plastic putty knives.You can use them on rubber roofs also if you are careful.

[Gary45]

1/2 inch wood chisel works well

[Brownleaf]

My roof is fibergl but most dicor seems to be intact. I am working on the side now. While I like the oscl tool I would be nervous about using it on the caulk removal. I will keep it in mind though. Doug

[WNYBob]

I replaced my skylight and of course it had lots of Dicor sealant. I removed the sealant with a blade on my oscillating tool. Now my roof is fiberglas, if you material is "rubber" roofing you may damage with this tool.