Sealimg the corners of shower

[Tel77]

I'm not sure if this is the right section of the forum but guessed it would be as it's to do with sealing the shower to make it watertight.

I've just tiled the shower and wondered if anyone had any good tips on getting a nice finish with the silicone bead around the tray and on the walls where the tiles meet each other at 90degrees.

Also, can anyone recommend a good product for doing this such as anti mould bathroom sealant?

thanks

 

[Richard C]

I've just tiled the shower and wondered if anyone had any good tips on getting a nice finish with the silicone bead around the tray and on the walls where the tiles meet each other at 90degrees.

You can get gizmos for doing this which you will probably find them in any DIY shed; personally I never use them but getting a good uniform bead is largely technique & a little practice; . The most common mistake is to try & run the bead slowly when in fact you should do the opposite & run the bead fast in a single seamless motion. Cut the nozzle to the required bead size & pull/angle the gun away from the bead, don’t push it into it; finish off with a wet finger,

Also, can anyone recommend a good product for doing this such as anti mould bathroom sealant?

Use a quality sanitary silicone, preferably neutral cure; Dow Corning or many swear by Everbuild Forever White.

 

[Tel77]

Many thanks for the tips Richard, I've seen the gizmo's for this job but guessed it may be down to technique or practice as you never see the pro's using the tools.

I've just ordered some everbuild sealant as well. I was keen to avoid the products found in large diy stores as I don't believe they're really trade quality and seem overpriced anyway.

 

[tpt]

i've always found masking tape useful (as i dont do it daily) mask off a little wider than your intended bead, then do exactly as richard says, then remove the masking tape (before it dries) and then go over it lightly again with a wet finger if required so smooth the edges

the masking tape stops you getting in a huge mess if you get too much on by mistake

 

[prceramics]

bal silicone is good you can get it from tops tiles. Never finish with spit on your finger