Install weatherstripping along the leading edge of windows.
Seal between wall and floor apartment.
However it s not that simple.
Then nail ion place run a bead of caulk on each side where the trim meets the wall ceiling floor let it all dry and then paint as you wish.
Why you can t just seal the gap between your basement floor and wall it may seem like an obvious solution to simply seal the cove joint to prevent water from breaching into your home.
Depending on the length of the gap it should be between 30 unlimited with factors such as brand of product region you live in and quality.
You may have cracks around vents cable cords electrical sockets lighting fixtures and windows.
Fill cracks in drywall with caulking or better drywall compound and then painting over it.
Slide the caulking gun along the wall to leave.
Put up storm windows.
Fill in cracks in floorboards.
In the basement and laundry room floor drains.
Around the pipes under sinks and washing machines.
Around the pipes going to hot water heaters and furnaces.
Seal narrow cracks with paintable or clear latex caulk either at the top or along the bottom where the baseboards meet the floor.
You must seal all gaps between floor and walls with hydraulic cement to prevent seepage see more on this in step 4.
Place the tip of the caulking gun into the gap between the wall and subfloor.
Place weatherstrip under doors.
When concrete floors cure they shrink and pull away from the wall allowing a space for water to enter.
Water seepage can also occur at the floor wall joint.
If your landlord allows it use caulk to completely seal these cracks so smoke can t enter through them.
A closed cell foam backer rod and polyurethane sealant can create the seal you desire closing the joint while continuing to flex as the concrete moves in place.
Caulk around outlet boxes for a tight seal.
In the basement or crawl space.
Inside closets near the floor corners.
Around floor vents and dryer vents.
Apply caulk or tape to seal cracks and gaps in the wall.
Between the floor and wall.