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August 12, 2017 18:05

Caulking between the tub and the wall

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With the presence of the gap between the bathroom and the walls facing almost anyone.The presence of such gaps can be caused by many reasons, and most of all - the wrong geometry of the room, which is very common in the construction industry.If the walls do not form a right angle between them, the gap is bound to be.And this - the water stains on the floor and dampness in the room.As these are sealed joints between the bathtub and the wall?On this and will talk. For sealing cracks and crevices wide variety of materials can be used narrow.

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Incorporation large joint

joint - between - bath - and - wall - 3 gaps of about 5 cm or more, you can close the special glazing bead, it is called fillet.It is made of polyurethane and is designed specifically for rooms with high humidity, as completely waterproof.Such a "plinth" glued liquid nails, and joints are subsequently treated with silicone - complete tightness is assured.Corners can be used from the same plastic.If the distance from the edge of the tub and the wall is large enough, you can place this issue as a countertop.The main thing - your imagination.

If the gap between the bathtub and the wall a little

  1. If the gap is very small, but the water still flows, such a gap is easily repaired usual silicone paste, which is used for sealing of aquariums.The only thing you need to do - before filling the gap with silicone treated surface should be thoroughly degreased.After the silicone coating will only align the mass, for example, using a fine brush and warm soapy solution.
  2. grout can be used to eliminate the gap.It is typically used for sealing joints between ceramic tiles.It also does not pass water, and durable.If you apply the material in white, the place applying the grout will look as one with a bathtub and tile (if it is too white).
  3. Treat slot possible and building sealant.However, we must bear in mind that he eventually begins to turn yellow.Therefore, should choose the highest quality, and be sure to consult your dealer.If
  4. bathroom walls tiled, it is good to close up the gap joint - between - bath - and - wall - 2 border of ceramics.However, it is more expensive than a corner, but look around the bath is elegant.There are also plastic borders, so that the selection is.
  5. Use adhesive tape - the curb.However, experts recommend first to close up the gap with sealant, and only then apply the tape, so that when using tape sealant color role does not play.

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