Hello... I have the following problem during a complete bathroom renovation:
A freestanding shower unit measuring 1.20 x 2 meters (3.9 x 6.6 feet) was installed by my professional company but then removed again because the tiles inside the shower were not laid correctly.
After redoing the tiling, the shower unit was reinstalled, but it showed slight leaks. The plumbers came back and applied more silicone over the existing sealant.
Result: After showering, I still find a few drops of water outside the shower enclosure. I am worried about mold.
My question: Was the installation done incorrectly? Is this a valid reason to make a claim? Attached are 2 photos of the shower from the inside and outside. As mentioned, I used a professional company.
Thanks for any advice!
A freestanding shower unit measuring 1.20 x 2 meters (3.9 x 6.6 feet) was installed by my professional company but then removed again because the tiles inside the shower were not laid correctly.
After redoing the tiling, the shower unit was reinstalled, but it showed slight leaks. The plumbers came back and applied more silicone over the existing sealant.
Result: After showering, I still find a few drops of water outside the shower enclosure. I am worried about mold.
My question: Was the installation done incorrectly? Is this a valid reason to make a claim? Attached are 2 photos of the shower from the inside and outside. As mentioned, I used a professional company.
Thanks for any advice!
KOIHOMM schrieb:
applied even more silicone over the existing one. As far as I know, old silicone must be completely removed because silicone does not adhere to silicone.
KOIHOMM schrieb:
I’m worried about mold. Why? Just because a few drops land outside the shower, mold will not develop. It will dry out.
However, this does not solve the problem – it should be properly sealed.
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Costruttrice15 Dec 2023 16:40 😱 That silicone work is really sloppy! As @ypg already mentioned, I also know only that the old silicone must be removed first.
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Buchsbaum15 Dec 2023 22:25It doesn’t look good. I would have complained as well. The rear and bottom connection rails are missing, which is why it’s not watertight.
Such constructions are always challenging to seal properly, but nowadays there are good finishing profiles available that provide a reliable seal. These should be retrofitted here.
A wall connection profile like this would have been the best solution. It also eliminates the need for an unsightly silicone sealant. However, these do cost a few extra dollars.
As so often, customers are being overcharged – and badly so.
Such constructions are always challenging to seal properly, but nowadays there are good finishing profiles available that provide a reliable seal. These should be retrofitted here.
A wall connection profile like this would have been the best solution. It also eliminates the need for an unsightly silicone sealant. However, these do cost a few extra dollars.
As so often, customers are being overcharged – and badly so.
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