I develop a black fungus around the bathtub in the places where the silicone grout runs. The reason is standing moisture. Do you have any solutions to eliminate this? In the last 20 years, have there been any technologies, other than silicone, to eliminate such things? Possible solutions: 1....

The most effective way to keep the silicone around your tub clean is to simply wipe the tub rim along with the silicone dry after each bath. Of course, so that frequent wiping does not detach the silicone, you need to apply the silicone correctly. That is, without smearing the surfaces of tiles and bathtub. And a few other little details.

I glued a thin white strip around the bathtub with waterproof glue (similar ones are used to finish kitchen worktops at the point where they meet the wall). It has the advantage that it is relatively stiff and its edges are flexible and adapt perfectly to any unevenness, tile joints, etc. Previously, I had a flexible skirting board bought in an art store. bathroom with adhesive tape (I do not recommend - it comes off).

I did the same, but on the appropriate silicone. The silicone itself has poor mechanical properties and similar harder specifics are inelastic. The skirting board is OK if it is aesthetic but not tight to the water jet. I connected one to the other. I smeared the edges with silicone and pressed a properly cut strip. Tight even in the shower.

If you have access to sodium hypochlorite, use it. Takes everything.

It's interesting, but I don't understand. Which means without smudges. Small details are a properly prepared surface - degreasing, etc.?

Yes, but apart from that: the most important thing is to fill the bathtub with water, up to the overflow and earlier sealing its side surface with the wall. The whole process is very similar to sealing with silicone, e.g. engine covers, etc. There is a tiny detail in it that is mostly overlooked. After I have put the silicone on, it may expire the manufacturer's warranty for tightness and it will still be tight. :-) No smearing, that is, literally, no smearing of the silicone - a thin (stepped) layer on the surfaces adjacent to the sealed surfaces.

Covers in engines are mounted on gaskets intended for this purpose.

I think the slats will be cool.

Which is mounted, it is mounted, especially in warranty services. But many of these gaskets can be easily made by yourself and will fit better than the factory gaskets. Do you think the factory ones are made of? Added after 1 [minutes]: And what will you do when the skirting board gets stained with stone or becomes black?

Alternatives to Silicone for Bathtub Seal: Preventing Black Fungus, New Technologies, & Solutions

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How can I prevent black fungus from forming on the silicone seal around a bathtub, and are there any better alternatives to silicone or joint profiles?

The best way to prevent the black fungus is to reduce moisture: wipe the tub rim and silicone completely dry after each bath, and make sure the silicone joint is applied correctly without smearing it over the tile and tub surfaces; one reply also says to fill the bathtub with water up to the overflow during sealing so the joint is made under load [#12296996][#12308636] A practical alternative mentioned is a thin white strip or skirting glued around the tub with waterproof glue; it is relatively stiff, has flexible edges that adapt to uneven tiles, and is better than a taped-on version that tends to peel off [#12297098] Another user combined the strip with silicone by smearing the edges with silicone and pressing in a properly cut strip, claiming it stayed tight even in the shower [#12301413] For removing existing black deposits, sodium hypochlorite was suggested [#12307891]

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I develop a black fungus around the bathtub in the places where the silicone grout runs. The reason is standing moisture.

Do you have any solutions to eliminate this? In the last 20 years, have there been any technologies, other than silicone, to eliminate such things?

Possible solutions:
1. Thicker silicone - tried many times
2. A soft plastic strip bent at a 90-degree angle - I have a bad experience, because when it is undulating, it looks bad.
3. Profiles - maybe there are some profiles (similar to the floor ones) that would cause:

a. Draining the water into the bathtub
b. Covering the joint
c. Minimizing the amount of visible silicone
d. Minimizing the space to be glued

What do you propose ?
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The most effective way to keep the silicone around your tub clean is to simply wipe the tub rim along with the silicone dry after each bath.
Of course, so that frequent wiping does not detach the silicone, you need to apply the silicone correctly. That is, without smearing the surfaces of tiles and bathtub.
And a few other little details.
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I glued a thin white strip around the bathtub with waterproof glue (similar ones are used to finish kitchen worktops at the point where they meet the wall). It has the advantage that it is relatively stiff and its edges are flexible and adapt perfectly to any unevenness, tile joints, etc. Previously, I had a flexible skirting board bought in an art store. bathroom with adhesive tape (I do not recommend - it comes off).
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I did the same, but on the appropriate silicone.
The silicone itself has poor mechanical properties and similar harder specifics are inelastic.
The skirting board is OK if it is aesthetic but not tight to the water jet.
I connected one to the other. I smeared the edges with silicone
and pressed a properly cut strip. Tight even in the shower.
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If you have access to sodium hypochlorite, use it. Takes everything.
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in fact, so that frequent wiping does not detach the silicone, the silicone must be applied correctly. That is, without smearing the surfaces of tiles and bathtub. And a few other little details.

It's interesting, but I don't understand. Which means "without smudges". Small details are a properly prepared surface - degreasing, etc.?
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Yes, but apart from that: the most important thing is to fill the bathtub with water, up to the overflow and earlier sealing its side surface with the wall.
The whole process is very similar to sealing with silicone, e.g. engine covers, etc.
There is a tiny detail in it that is mostly overlooked.
After I have put the silicone on, it may expire the manufacturer's warranty for tightness and it will still be tight. :-)

No smearing, that is, literally, no smearing of the silicone - a thin (stepped) layer on the surfaces adjacent to the sealed surfaces.
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saskia wrote:
The whole process is very similar to sealing with silicone, e.g. engine covers, etc.
Covers in engines are mounted on gaskets intended for this purpose.
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I think the slats will be cool.
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saskia wrote:
The whole process is very similar to sealing with silicone, e.g. engine covers, etc.
Covers in engines are mounted on gaskets intended for this purpose.

Which is mounted, it is mounted, especially in warranty services.
But many of these gaskets can be easily made by yourself and will fit better than the factory gaskets. Do you think the factory ones are made of?

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I think the slats will be cool.

And what will you do when the skirting board gets stained with stone or becomes black?
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✨ The discussion centers on alternatives to silicone for sealing bathtubs to prevent black fungus caused by moisture accumulation. Users share various solutions, including the application of thicker silicone, the use of flexible plastic strips, and waterproof adhesive strips that adapt to uneven surfaces. Some participants suggest combining silicone with a skirting board for better sealing and aesthetics. Others emphasize the importance of proper surface preparation and maintenance, such as wiping down the tub and silicone after use. The use of sodium hypochlorite for cleaning is also mentioned. Overall, the conversation explores innovative sealing methods and maintenance practices to combat moisture-related issues in bathtubs.
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Alternatives to Silicone for Bathtub Seal: Preventing Black Fungus, New Technologies, & Solutions

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