Ugly looking sealant around toiler pan and sink pedestal
Anonymous user 03/03/2024 - 2.59 PM
Recently had a laminate in the bathroom and the fitter did a fantastic job with the fitting and skirting as he is a carpenter. However he applied silicone which is lumpy plus unpleasant to the eye. Infact the finish looks more like a poor DIY job.
Before he started I had requested that he remove the toilet pan and fit the floor and do the same with the sink pedestal. However he refused saying this may cause issues with plumbing connections such as the drainage and leakages on connections. He reassured me that the job would look good with silicone around and I am dissapointed considering the cost of the floor.
The options I am aware of now is an oak flexible beading although the laminate is walnut. I have also read a few suggestions on using sawdust mixed with glue., Another possibility will be having this sealant done by another tradesman but not sure which trade would have the expertise for sealant- Plumber, Tiler or Another Floor Fitter.
Any suggestions as how best to finish this job?
Are you a tradesperson and able to answer this question?
Usually a nice smooth bead of silicone can achieve a desired affect. Depending on the size of the original beading and how easy it comes off a PVC window fitter may be more skilled in achieving a good finish. PVc window fitters regularly silicone around windows and so may be more equipped. There are also a variety of colours available so if the original operative has used white then it maybe worth investing in a more similar colour to your floor, this decision is best left to the operative carrying out the job as silicone can become messy. Hope this helps.
Answered22 May 2013
4
Anonymous user
The correct way to do the job would have been to remove the sanitary ware but this would probably have meant raising the cistern and basin and could have created issues with the waste pipes etc.
Laminate never looks good finished to pans and pedestals, I use a flexible white beading available from Wickes in a 1.5 metre length usually in the flooring section.
Hope this helps.
Dave
Answered22 May 2013
2
Anonymous user
Removing the toilet and pedestal would have been the better option, however often is the case once the sink pedestal has been removed for a floor to be fitted, under this rises the height by the floor thickness meaning the sink must be adjusted also often creating issues. Silicone is normally OK and leaves a good finish dependent on how this is applied. If the flooring is cut close enough up to the toilet etc there shouldn't be a problem with silicone. Alternatively as Dave stated you can purchase a flexible bead from Wickes.
