Best silicone sealant (or other product) for anti mould

MrCostington · 07-11-2020 12:36PM #1

Hi,

I seem to be having to replace the silicone sealant around my bath and sink every 2/3 years as it goes black with mould, I guess.

I generally get one of the more expensive ones claiming to have anti mould properties, but all end up the same. When I replace it, I think I do a good job of removing all the old stuff, and use a hair dryer to ensure there is no moisture present before applying the new sealant.

Any ideas/recommendations? Thanks!

Dr_Colossus · 07-11-2020 03:49PM

Sounds like an application issue. I'm guessing after applying the bead of silicone you're then using the popular method of spraying it with a mix of water and washing up liquid before tooling it or running your finger along?
Have a look at this video, one of the better explanations of how and what not to do when applying silicone:

MrCostington · 07-11-2020 03:56PM

Hi Thanks, just running out now so will watch video later.

I don't apply any water, just my dry finger

hots · 17-11-2020 12:33PM

Dr_Colossus wrote: »

Sounds like an application issue. I'm guessing after applying the bead of silicone you're then using the popular method of spraying it with a mix of water and washing up liquid before tooling it or running your finger along?
Have a look at this video, one of the better explanations of how and what not to do when applying silicone:

This guy is great, I'm a DIY idiot and followed him to a good finish. Tackling a shower tray next.

the_pen_turner · 17-11-2020 01:36PM

Gosforth handyman has a good video on the whole process of resealing a bath ir shower

Mould doesn't grow on silicone . It grows on the later of dirt.

MrCostington · 18-11-2020 09:45AM

I followed that video, feel confident I did a better job than before. I'll report back in a few years

skilachi · 30-11-2020 05:51PM

hots wrote: »

This guy is great, I'm a DIY idiot and followed him to a good finish. Tackling a shower tray next.

where would I get 1 of them silicone profiling kits in Dublin.

Outkast_IRE · 30-11-2020 05:53PM

skilachi wrote: »

where would I get 1 of them silicone profiling kits in Dublin.

I thought bandq did them

Mango Joe · 30-11-2020 05:57PM

Can I please ask - How the hell do you remove old silicone between back of ceramic washbasin and wall???

What's there has a crack in it and I need it gone to put in a new seal.

Tks!

hots · 01-12-2020 09:49AM

Outkast_IRE wrote: »

I thought bandq did them

Yep, Woodies or Amazon for your mans in the video. I would recommend getting one that is move that just the single square, if you're going over tiles you'll appreciate having a few points of contact.

dodzy · 01-12-2020 07:54PM

Mango Joe wrote: »

Can I please ask - How the hell do you remove old silicone between back of ceramic washbasin and wall???

What's there has a crack in it and I need it gone to put in a new seal.

Tks!

A fresh Stanley blade works a treat.

El_robbo1980 · 02-12-2020 12:25AM

skilachi wrote: »

where would I get 1 of them silicone profiling kits in Dublin.

I bought that exact Cramer 7-piece kit off Amazon, delivered to the door for €21 in less than a week. Previously would’ve used the wet finger/masking tape method but I’ve used the kit a few times already and it’s a revelation!

whizbang · 02-12-2020 01:39AM

You can use clear silicone most of the time, and it doesn't grow mould anywhere near as quick as the white stuff.

Lex Luthor · 02-12-2020 08:40PM

I use bostik SIL 60
Very easy to work with

I got an old credit card and cut a corner off it

MrCostington · 03-12-2020 04:43PM

skilachi wrote: »

where would I get 1 of them silicone profiling kits in Dublin.

Yeah, B&Q have them, not the exact same as in the video. They have a set in the last isle (assuming you turn left when you go in), I think in the tiles section, and they have a single tool where the actual sealer is. This in B&Q Swords

Best silicone sealant (or other product) for anti mould

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