Leaking cistern, ceiling damage

[jmcdyre]

Hi all

Noticed this morning that our toilet has been leaking, not sure how long for (but we don't think for very long), and that the water has made large wet marks on the ceiling below.

The water is patchy on the ceiling, and has caused the wallpaper (on the side walls) in a couple of spots to bubble. I've stopped the leak by turning off the water to the cistern.

My question is, how do I know how badly the ceiling has been damaged, and whether or not I need to get it replaced - I've attached a couple of pictures...

Thanks

J

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• jmcdyre
• 16 Aug 2008
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• 16 Aug 2008
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[JohnD]

look under the floor and see what state the upper surface of the plaster is. you may find the paper has rotted or curled away, and the plaster might be crumbly. Taking up the floor will also allow it to dry out quickly with fresh cool air and reduce the risks of mould and rot.

If you don't touch it it might stay in place for a long time.

If you poke it, it might go like mine...

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[jmcdyre]

Thanks for reply,

I will check out under the floor!

 

[minoka123]

hi
firstly let it dry out then push the ceiling and if it needs replacing it will youll see screw holes coming through also look out for bows or uneven lines were the wall meets the ceiling the weakest part will be were the light is

 

[joe-90]

Let it dry then paint it with oil based undercoat and see how it looks. You'll never match the Artex if you repair it.

 

[JohnD]

I think he's probably done it by now.

 

[joe-90]

Old threads should be locked when they reach a certain age.

 

[Micilin]

A bit like spreads, joe

 

[Richard C]

A bit like spreads, joe

Always pays to look at the sell by date!