KEEPING YOUR CUSTOM BATHROOM DESIGN LOOKING GREAT DURING SUMMER
At some
point, we've all had to unfortunately endure the ever daunting task of the
bi-seasonal maintenance of our custom bathroom. At this time of the year, we
tend to relax and enjoy the warm weather, content in ourselves that the
household chores are done and dusted for at least a few months.
As the
temperatures rise and rise, unavoidable expanding will occur to your tiles,
making them susceptible to leaks as the grout is compromised. There is an
unfortunate trend of people using sealers as a temporary solution if leaks do
occur, tending to make the problem worse by creating a vacuum effect.
The only permanent solution is to have tile
membrane fitted, which will ensure the tiles are resistant to the temperature fluctuations,
whilst at the same time protecting the grout from water damage.
As pipes are
prone to rupturing in cold conditions, so too are water heaters at risk of
overheating in hot conditions. An overheated water tank will not only refuse to
run hot water at all, but it will also dump the water in a similar fashion to
an overflowing pot.
This is
considerably hazardous, as, depending on its size and where the tank is
located, a large amount of water could
irreparably damage any walls or flooring inside your bathroom. Keep an eye on the thermometer in your water tank as
this is the most common failing, and always try to have old,outdated tanks replaced.
Shower usage in very high temperatures can be problematic if the room is not ventilated well enough, as any moisture left over will humidify the area in the intense heat. This can cause all sorts of nasty problems, such as bacteria buildup and damage to any untreated wood.
Keeping the shower curtain or shower screen
clear of any drips will help immensely if ventilation via a window or fan is not possible,
although it is still recommended to buy even just a small, electric fan for airing purposes.
Have you suffered any bathroom related catastrophes this summer? Or do you have your own bag of tricks to share? Post a comment and let
everyone know!
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