The caulk remover tool only worked on about 4 feet of caulk before becoming so dull it became unusable. I had to resort to single-edged blades, which I was hoping to avoid for fear of scratching the countertop. The finisher has a fairly large radius, making it not ideal for caulking countertops, but it worked to remove excess caulk along the edge. You still have to smooth with your finger, but the tool will help you get consistent results. I'm not sure if you can just buy a finisher.