How do you stop "mould restitant" bathroom sealant from going black with mould. I have twice during the past 12 months resealed but what a job!
-
Looking for a smarter way to manage your heating this winter? We’ve been testing the new Aqara Radiator Thermostat W600 to see how quiet, accurate and easy it is to use around the home. Click here read our review.
Mouldy bathroom sealant
- Thread starter dim4762
- Start date
What brand of silicone are you using ?
Get a good brand such as Dow Corning 785
http://www.geocel.co.uk/product.aspx?id=2&pr=dc7s
You won't get this in the DIY sheds, go find your local independent plumbers merchant.
Rip out the existing seal and get rid of all traces of it. Use a knocked down mix of bleach and water (about 20 to 1) to remove any last spores. Then clean the bath top and tiles with meths to clear any residue of soap/bleach, you are now good to go with the silicone.
Get a good brand such as Dow Corning 785
http://www.geocel.co.uk/product.aspx?id=2&pr=dc7s
You won't get this in the DIY sheds, go find your local independent plumbers merchant.
Rip out the existing seal and get rid of all traces of it. Use a knocked down mix of bleach and water (about 20 to 1) to remove any last spores. Then clean the bath top and tiles with meths to clear any residue of soap/bleach, you are now good to go with the silicone.
It needs to be kept dry and well ventilated, lack of cleaning and poor ventilation will result in mold on sealant [whatever the brand].
DIYnot Local
Staff member
If you need to find a tradesperson to get your job done, please try our local search below, or if you are doing it yourself you can find suppliers local to you.
Select the supplier or trade you require, enter your location to begin your search.
Are you a trade or supplier? You can create your listing free at DIYnot Local
