Professional Silicone Sealing for Bathrooms & Kitchens
Protect your property from water damage with expert silicone removal and application services across North London and Hertfordshire. Alba Decor provides professional sealing for bathrooms, kitchens, and wet areas using premium anti-mold silicones that last for years.
Why Professional Silicone Sealing Matters
Silicone sealant is your property's first line of defense against water damage in wet areas. When seals fail, water penetrates behind fixtures, causing expensive damage to walls, floors, and structural elements. Professional sealing prevents these costly problems while maintaining hygiene and appearance.
Water Damage Prevention
Properly applied silicone creates a waterproof barrier that prevents moisture from penetrating behind baths, showers, sinks, and worktops. This protection prevents rot, structural damage, and expensive repairs.
Mold & Mildew Prevention
Anti-fungal silicones resist mold growth that thrives in damp conditions. Quality sealants maintain their appearance and effectiveness for years, preventing unsightly black mold and health concerns.
Hygiene & Cleanliness
Fresh, properly applied silicone is easy to clean and maintain. It prevents bacteria buildup in gaps and cracks, maintaining sanitary conditions in bathrooms and kitchens.
Regular silicone maintenance is particularly important in North London's older properties, where building movement and settling can cause seals to crack or separate. Professional resealing every 3-5 years prevents minor issues from becoming major problems.
Signs You Need Professional Resealing
Silicone sealant doesn't last forever. Environmental factors, building movement, and daily use gradually degrade even the best sealants. Recognizing the warning signs helps you address problems before water damage occurs.
Immediate Action Required
- Black Mold Growth:
Dark spots or streaks on silicone indicate mold penetration and seal failure
- Visible Water Leaks:
Water appearing behind fixtures or on walls below sealed areas
- Cracked or Peeling Sealant:
Gaps, cracks, or sections pulling away from surfaces
Plan for Replacement
- Discoloration:
Yellow, brown, or gray discoloration indicates aging and reduced effectiveness
- Hard or Brittle Texture:
Old silicone loses flexibility and becomes prone to cracking
- Age (3-5 Years):
Even good silicone should be replaced every few years as preventive maintenance
Our Professional Silicone Replacement Process
Professional silicone application requires complete removal of old sealant, proper surface preparation, and skilled application techniques. Cutting corners or sealing over old silicone leads to premature failure and water damage.
Complete Removal of Old Silicone
All existing sealant is carefully removed using professional tools. This includes silicone in gaps, corners, and any residue on surfaces. Complete removal is essential - new silicone won't adhere properly to old sealant.
Surface Cleaning & Treatment
Surfaces are thoroughly cleaned with appropriate solvents to remove silicone residue, soap scum, and grime. If mold is present, we apply fungicidal treatment to kill spores and prevent regrowth under new sealant.
Precision Masking
High-quality masking tape creates perfectly straight lines and consistent bead width. This professional technique ensures neat, uniform appearance that's impossible to achieve freehand.
Professional Application
Premium anti-mold silicone is applied using professional guns for consistent pressure and flow. We use continuous beads without breaks or joints that could allow water penetration.
Smooth Finishing & Cleanup
Silicone is smoothed to the perfect profile using professional tools, ensuring good adhesion and water-shedding properties. Masking tape is removed immediately while silicone is still workable, leaving crisp, clean lines.
24-Hour Cure Time
Fresh silicone needs 24 hours to fully cure before water exposure. We provide clear instructions on care during this period to ensure optimal performance and longevity of the new seals.
Where We Apply Professional Silicone Sealing
Our silicone sealing service covers all wet areas and water-sensitive joints in your property. Each application requires specific techniques and sealant types for optimal performance.
Bathroom Applications
- • Bath and shower tray edges
- • Shower screen and door seals
- • Basin and pedestal joints
- • Toilet base sealing
- • Tile joints in wet areas
- • Wall and ceiling junctions
- • Pipe penetrations through walls
Kitchen Applications
- • Worktop and wall junctions
- • Kitchen sink and tap areas
- • Backsplash and tile edges
- • Appliance gaps and joints
- • Window sill sealing
- • Dishwasher and washing machine areas
- • External door and window frames
Anti-Mold Silicone Products
We use premium anti-fungal silicones from trusted brands like UniBond and Dow Corning. These products contain fungicides that actively resist mold growth for years, maintaining appearance and hygiene in wet environments. Available in clear, white, and other colors to match your décor.
Ideal Service for Rental Properties
Silicone resealing is one of the most cost-effective improvements landlords can make between tenancies. Fresh sealing dramatically improves bathroom and kitchen appearance while preventing water damage that could lead to expensive repairs.
Landlord Benefits
- ✓ Quick turnaround between tenants
- ✓ Immediate visual improvement
- ✓ Prevents expensive water damage
- ✓ Demonstrates property maintenance
- ✓ Cost-effective refresh option
- ✓ Can combine with painting work
Tenant Benefits
- ✓ Clean, hygienic wet areas
- ✓ No mold or mildew concerns
- ✓ Easy to clean and maintain
- ✓ Professional appearance
- ✓ Confidence in property maintenance
- ✓ Reduced risk of deposit deductions
Quick Turnaround Service
Most bathroom silicone replacement takes just 1-2 hours, with 24-hour cure time before water use. This makes it perfect for tight turnaround schedules between tenancies. We often coordinate with painting and cleaning services for complete property refresh.
Timeline & Investment
Typical Service Times
- Standard Bathroom: 1-2 hours for complete resealing
- Kitchen Areas: 1-1.5 hours depending on complexity
- Multiple Rooms: Can often complete same day
- Cure Time: 24 hours before water exposure
- Full Cure: 48-72 hours for maximum durability
Investment Guide
Standard Bathroom
£80 - £120
Complete removal and resealing
Kitchen Areas
£60 - £100
Worktops, sinks, and backsplashes
Multiple Rooms
£120 - £200
Whole property refresh service
Combine with Other Services
Silicone resealing works perfectly alongside bathroom painting, tiling, or general property maintenance. We can coordinate with other trades or include sealing as part of larger decoration projects for maximum efficiency and cost savings.
Protect Your Property with Professional Sealing
Don't let failing silicone cause expensive water damage. Get professional resealing that prevents problems and maintains hygiene. Quick service with lasting results.
Serving Barnet, Enfield, Watford, St Albans, Harrow and throughout North London & Hertfordshire
Anti-mold silicones • Complete removal & replacement • Quick turnaround • Perfect for landlords