Mastic man in PO34

Bathroom resealing across PO34: what to expect

We fill the bath before sealing it. A full bath sits slightly lower than an empty one, so the new joint is not pulled apart the first time it’s used. It’s a small step that rushed reseals tend to skip. We’re often asked to deal with black spots spreading through the bead and splits where the tray meets the wall, across kitchen worktops & upstands, wet rooms and basins & vanity units.

A visit follows a simple pattern: we check the joints, mask and protect the surrounding surfaces, do the work and clear up. It normally takes a couple of hours for one bath or shower, or most of a day for a full bathroom and kitchen.

1. We start by protecting the area and stripping out the old bead.
2. The joint is cleaned, degreased and treated for mould.
3. Once it’s dry, any bath is filled so the bead is laid with it at its heaviest.
4. A single bead of anti-fungal sanitary silicone is applied and tooled smooth.
5. We clear away and tell you when it can get wet, usually after around 24 hours.

Pricing in PO34

What it costs depends on the size of the job, how hard the old material is to remove and access to the work. You will have a clear quote before any work starts.

Why choose Mr Mastic

• Every job guaranteed for a year
• Domestic, commercial and hotel work
• Neat joints and a tidy finish
• Trusted Arbo and Everbuild sealants

How to get a quote

To get a quote, call 0345 464 0079 or send us an email and tell us where the job is and what the problem looks like. You’ll have a clear quote before any work starts.

Landmarks near Nettlestone

Around Nettlestone, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The Vine Inn, St. Helen's Church and Nettlestone Primary School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Smallbrook Junction station, about 1.8 miles west. A little further out are Sandown Castle (4.1 miles south) and Cothey Bottom Heritage Centre (1.2 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Alan Hersey Nature Reserve and Bembridge Down.

Aftercare tips

Once the sealant has cured, a few habits help it last:

• Dry the bead with a towel now and then
• Use gentle cleaners on the silicone
• Run the extractor fan during and after every shower
• Keep an eye on the corners, where splits start

Don’t stand bottles along the bead, because they trap water against the silicone. A quick squeegee after showering keeps water from sitting on the joint.

Mould that starts as a few spots spreads through the bead. When it has grown right through, it rarely cleans out, and nearby grout often goes the same way. Replacing the sealant early keeps the job small.