Mildew Proof Sealant Needed

Seamus

Has anyone come across a sealant for baths/showers that really is mildew proof ?

I've used products which claim to be resistant to mildew but they have all needed replacing after a couple of years.

Any suggestions appreciated.

amboy

Hmmm,  wasnt aware there was a mildew resistant sealant, there claim to be lots of anti fungal ones etc, apparently the best sealant out there is the one from Dow Corning, I have tried loads of different ones for the rented homes that I manage, this brand was recommended by a plumber as I was always moaning about the sealant turning black.

I tried it and although it didnt stop it completely happening it did seem to prolong it.

I think more importantly, if you wipe down the tiles and side of bath/tray after use then it will help greatly, I routinely do this in my own bathroom but wouldnt dream of wasting my breath telling my tenants to do this ;D ;D ;D

loafer_2

Dow Corning sanitary sealant is what you need by the sound of it. It's got something evil in it to kill mould/bugs. But pretty much any "sanitary" sealant should do

Seamus

Thanks for the info amboy and loafer.

Do you know where I can buy Dow Corning sanitary sealant ? I haven't seen it in my local DIY store.

Thanks.

mutley74

best thing is to ttry and keep bathroom clean and dry (after use) around the sealants etc. Open the window after having a bath/shower. Mould occurs when water is present.

Steve_xx

I watched a program on TV last week where a hotel manager did a time and motion study on married couple. One of the time saving functions he mentioned to the couple was to reduce mildew formation in their bathroom, and so reduce the time it took to clean the bathroom. Apparantly you clean the tiles as normal and then apply a coating of car wax to the tiles. This has the effect of making water drain from the tiles very readily and so reducing the likelihood of mildew forming.

It seems logical enough to me.