Shower caulk issue

Question

I bought a Fleetwood Storm brand new in 2015. I noticed the  shower seams were not caulked and applied a bead of silicone caulk around the base. The normal flexing has dictated that I do it again. I have since read that  caulking this seam is not a good idea as it is left open for ventilation and drying behind the panels. Should I re caulk. Or clean it out and leave it alone? Any advice will be appreciated. Thanks John McD

darsben1 · Answer

NO CAULKIf it is like mine (and most I believe) the bottom seam is an overlap that fits over the tub flange. Side seams (if any) I cannot be sure of until I see it or a picture.and quit  using silicone

1492 · Answer

rstanek · Answer

I had a leak issue around my shower door where it met the walls and base, I used 3m marine caulk, it's about 20.00 a tube and takes seven days to cure, that was nine years ago and still no leaks.....make sure you clean it well before caulking......

pirate1 · Answer

If the base has a flange that goes up behind the wall, I would not caulk the gap.  I keep a spray bottle of bleach and bleach that crack once per week to keep the yuckies from growing.

wandering_storm · Answer

Thank you for your help folks. The deal is sealed ( pun). No caulk in shower! McD

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