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Step 5 · Fill Nail Holes and Caulk Gaps
Using wood filler, fill all visible nail holes left from attaching the top board, battens, and baseboard. Apply the filler slightly above the surface, as it will shrink as it dries. Once the filler is dry, sand it smooth with fine-grit sandpaper. Apply a bead of paintable caulk along all seams where the boards meet the wall and where different pieces of trim meet each other. This creates a seamless, professional finish. Wipe away any excess caulk immediately with a damp cloth.
Tools and Materials
Anvil Plastic Putty Knife Set
3M Pro Grade Precision 3.7 in. x 11 in. Fine 180-Grit Sheet Sandpaper (6-Sheets/Pack)
Caulk Gun
CROCODILE CLOTH Case Paint Wipes Pre-Moistened Heavy-Duty Wet Cloths Cleaning Wipes (6 x 100-Pack)
Varathane 3.75 oz. White Wood Filler Putty 340261
GE Painter's Pro 10.1 oz. Siliconized Acrylic Latex Caulk Windows, Doors, Trim and Molding White (12-Pack) 2874436
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