missuscluck Posted October 16, 2008 Share Posted October 16, 2008 I have got a problem with my bathroom ceiling. It is artexed and we get mould growing in the artex, which is a nightmare to wipe off. And its spreading fast. We had our bathroom done about 18 months ago and I made the decision not to get the ceiling replaced and Im kicking myself now because I should have done it then. I took someone's advice and painted the whole ceiling with P.V.A. glue twice to seal it then painted it. It worked for a while but now it is as bad as ever. Im wondering what to do with it. A last ditch attempt before I go to the mess and expense of a new ceiling. I have just scrubbed it off again. Im thinking I might try to paint it with something. I wondered if any of you all knowing omleteers have had a similar problem and have used any special mould beating paint or the like which you could reccomend. Thankyou Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
..lay a little egg for me Posted October 16, 2008 Share Posted October 16, 2008 Is it the condensation causing the problem? If so, years ago I had some success with using that insulating lining paper under wallpaper on the walls of our kitchen at the time which had in effect 5 outside walls (flat roof, extension with only 1 wall attached to the rest of the house). The bathroom was similar and the previous people had put cork tiles on the walls (I don't remember what was on the ceiling) and that worked well. Also, an extractor fan may help if you don't already have one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted October 16, 2008 Share Posted October 16, 2008 You need better ventilation! But then Artex is a nightmare anyhow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted October 16, 2008 Share Posted October 16, 2008 Have you got a bathroom extractor fan? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted October 16, 2008 Share Posted October 16, 2008 Essential, especially if you have a shower. Our fan is broken at the moment, so I just open the window when we have showers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Frugal Posted October 16, 2008 Share Posted October 16, 2008 We have terrible condensation and mould problems in this house which is surprising as it's fairly new . We always use the extractor when we've had a bath or shower and open the windows even for a little while each day. We had mouldy patches on our ceiling too and OH found some anti-mould spray (Polycell, I think) to spray on them then used an anti-mould paint over the top. Touch wood, the patches haven't reappeared yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redfrock Posted October 16, 2008 Share Posted October 16, 2008 my dad swears by using exterior paint on bathroom ceilings as it has to withstand all that wind and rain. When we had a problem with our bathroom ceiling in the last house - despite having the window in there open 24-7 - we did as he suggested and bingo! no furtehr problems Just be careful when you use it as it is very runny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted October 16, 2008 Share Posted October 16, 2008 This is useful for me too . We keep our bathroom window open but still get mould on the ceiling. These tips are great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chickvic Posted October 16, 2008 Share Posted October 16, 2008 This is useful for me too . We keep our bathroom window open but still get mould on the ceiling. These tips are great! Same here window open 24/7 and still get mould. Will definately try the exterior paint! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missuscluck Posted October 16, 2008 Author Share Posted October 16, 2008 Ummm. Thanks guys. Yes I do have an extractor fan and we leave the window open when we use the shower. The exterior paint sounds like it could be worth a try. You can get mould resistant paints and sprays but as they are all quite pricy I wondered if they actually worked. Thankyou Kate for your suggestions. I have asked a few people in the know about this problem I have and I have been told that it is probably the coldest point of the house thus this is where condensation settles. I did a bit of reading on the net and Im thinking that the mould spores have taken root in the plaster board and Ill never shift it as it will keep regrowing as the conditions are perfect for its growth. I cant really afford to get the ceiling replaced at the mo and dont want the hassle so Im going to have a look round B n Q and see whats available. Im not confident of a solution though to be honest so Im reluctant to spend a lot on anti mould potions. Im liking the exterior paint idea Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadMitch Posted October 16, 2008 Share Posted October 16, 2008 Polyfiller do a damp/mould seal, thick paint which is good. You can get it at B&Q. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craftyhunnypie Posted October 16, 2008 Share Posted October 16, 2008 Cillit Bang!!!!! No seriously, I'd get an expert in for advice. There must be something that can be done these days. Good luck. Emma.x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purple hen Posted October 16, 2008 Share Posted October 16, 2008 I bought some anti mould spray once many years ago, it worked ok but when i read what the ingredients were it was basically diluted bleach, so now i just use a little diluted bleach in a spray, might be worth a try. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickenanne Posted October 17, 2008 Share Posted October 17, 2008 I've mould in my shower room, and use the mould spray. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redfrock Posted October 17, 2008 Share Posted October 17, 2008 that's one Thing I forgot to mention! Make sure you bleach the mould patches before painting with the exterior paint Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gamebird Posted October 17, 2008 Share Posted October 17, 2008 We had the same problem with our bathroom ceiling ( although it is not artexed). We tried all sorts of special mould resistent paints, kept the bathroom window open etc. but nothing worked successfully for long. In the end we had to have an extractor fan fitted above the shower which then vents out into the loft and through the roof. This has worked 100% since we had it installed over a year ago. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackiepoppies Posted October 17, 2008 Share Posted October 17, 2008 We have always used bleach when we've had a problem like this. Cheap and easy Jackiex Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
