Shower leak – should gaps around the drain be sealed?
I'd be grateful for some advice regarding a leak from an upstairs shower. There's a damp patch on the ceiling below, with what looks like evidence of a previous repair.
I'm currently resealing the shower perimeter to rule out water getting through the edges.
I've tested running water directly down the drain, avoiding the surrounding tiles, and this doesn't appear to cause any leaking below. This makes me wonder whether the issue is with how the drain is seated or sealed.
I've noticed some gaps between the tiles and the silver drain fitting (see photos).
Are these gaps intentional to allow water beneath the tiles to drain away, or should they be sealed with silicone? Could they be the source of the leak?
Any advice would be much appreciated.
Many thanks!
I'd be grateful for some advice regarding a leak from an upstairs shower. There's a damp patch on the ceiling below, with what looks like evidence of a previous repair.
I'm currently resealing the shower perimeter to rule out water getting through the edges.
I've tested running water directly down the drain, avoiding the surrounding tiles, and this doesn't appear to cause any leaking below. This makes me wonder whether the issue is with how the drain is seated or sealed.
I've noticed some gaps between the tiles and the silver drain fitting (see photos).
Are these gaps intentional to allow water beneath the tiles to drain away, or should they be sealed with silicone? Could they be the source of the leak?
Any advice would be much appreciated.
Many thanks!
