Ricko Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 Hi, The ceiling of my bathroom is a textured 'artex' type ceiling. Above the shower the steam has been lifting the textured ceiling off. The shower is under the eaves and has a slope to part of the ceiling. I have seen plastic sheets (upvc??) used in bathrooms before now. What is the name of the material How do I fix it to the ceiling Where do I get it from?? Cheers Ricko Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trowel 7 Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 you need a extractor fan mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fenboy Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 (edited) Try these www.ipsluk.co.uk Panels/cladding can be fixed using a no nails type product. Edited August 15, 2012 by fenboy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robl Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 There's a thing called moisture board that might help you out. Alternatively, get an extractor fan. Another alternative is a dehumidifyer in the room somewhere to stop the moisture hanging around after a shower. Something like this. http://www.coopersofstortford.co.uk/src/gbase/coopers-of-stortford-compact-rechargeable-dehumidifier--buy-1-get-1-free-prodst05934i/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ricko Posted August 15, 2012 Author Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 Unfortunately an extractor is not an option, I can't get to the roof/wall with a ladder outside as there is a conservatory in the way. Do the high street DIY stores do the plastic cladding? I want to get it over the counter tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penfolio Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 (edited) I used a plastic cladding on the ceiling in my bathroom. Bought it at Wickes. It was this stuff if I remember correctly: http://www.wickes.co...k4/invt/162656/ To fit it, I just put up some batons and fixed the cladding using some little metal tongue n groove fixings. Edited August 15, 2012 by Penfolio Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trowel 7 Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 Unfortunately an extractor is not an option, I can't get to the roof/wall with a ladder outside as there is a conservatory in the way. Do the high street DIY stores do the plastic cladding? I want to get it over the counter tomorrow. Get a cieling fan mate then use a flexi house in loft to take it to a outside wall imho you are wasting time and money with the plastic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muggins. Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 You could move the shower around the bathroom and in time you can get rid of the artex on the ceiling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MM Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 PM magman, he should be able to tell you more bout it. He put some in mine and it looks great one its all sealed up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mk1 Man Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 As said, you need an extractor Fan in the Bathroom to create an airflow. If left, the moisture will start mould growing. I'd be a bit dubious of sheting off the ceiling as if you dont sealit properly or seal it off with moisture between the ceiling and the cladding you may cause bigger problems. Even having the window open and the door slightly ajar whilst showering will help A little, but the best option is an extractor fan, you'll need to measure the cubic area of the room in order to pick the correct fan to install with regard the volume of air in litres to be drawn per hour. there are 100mm centrifugal inline fans that will push ducted air up to 6mts but they are not cheap. you'll be looking at £100 - £150 for a descent one, you can also expell the air through a roof mounted panel if you cannot get to an external wall. Also bear in mind BS7671 regarding zones in bathrooms as dependent on the fan location you will have to choose one with the appropriate voltage and ensure that the circuit has the correct protective devices fitted. better still, get a qualified, partp registered sparky to install it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pigeon pete Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 marblex is what it is called or there is hollow board ,i use to fit it ,and to be honest if you ent going to get a vent then don't use it ,what happens is you fit double glazing and then insulate your house it then becomes a fish tank , MOLD CITY ,marblex is ok in a well vented room ,you will get water running down the wall 10x more than you have now ,you need 300mm of insulation in the roof and a vent ,then flatten off old artex with a scraper then 2 coats of PVA glue ,then 2 coats of mult finish plaster ,then 2 coats of waterproof bathroom paint with a gloss finish ,have the vent come on with the light in the bathroom and on a timer ,if you cant get to the roof on the bathroom side then put a universal tile vent on the other side of the roof apex and link upto the vent with a long flexi pipe like you have for a tumble dryer,there is no other way ,you will waste a lot of time and money ,ive done mine and haven't had any mold for 4 years ,take it from a pro 30+ years in the trade ;-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eddoakley Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 no one going to mention the option of fitting an extract fan in the window? Edd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
codling99 Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 you could also fit trickle vents to pvc windows if there aint any allready,only about 6 quid from window manufactures. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mk1 Man Posted August 15, 2012 Report Share Posted August 15, 2012 no one going to mention the option of fitting an extract fan in the window? Edd You can but they look FUgly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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