Dr Who? Posted 28 December, 2011 Share Posted 28 December, 2011 We have terrible problems with damp in the bathroom, and leaving he window open does not help at all. I am thinking of getting a vent put in, and was wondering if any of you knew how much this would cost? Cannot seem to find anything on the Internet for prices! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colinjb Posted 28 December, 2011 Share Posted 28 December, 2011 You seem to be having quite a day of it mate! An extractor vent would be ideal in my bathroom too. If anyone has any experience with these I would also be grateful for advice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buctootim Posted 28 December, 2011 Share Posted 28 December, 2011 If its a cold bathroom it will likely be condensation due to cold walls / window. You could try one of these http://www.epicair.co.uk/index.php?cPath=7&osCsid=u840i6jskj12bvv28k3bljt173 but you will get better results by insulating. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockhill Posted 28 December, 2011 Share Posted 28 December, 2011 TLC is on northam bridge, they sell various types that can be wall or ceiling mounted. http://www.tlc-direct.co.uk/Main_Index/Ventilation_Index/4_Inch_Fans/index.html#Aidelle_EcoAir Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saintscottofthenortham Posted 28 December, 2011 Share Posted 28 December, 2011 Easy enough to install. Take the supply off the bathroom light (you should have a permanent live at the light to allow for overrun). Duct into roof space and out if ceiling fan, if that's not possible then you'll need a core cut out of the bathroom wall. Don't know how much it costs to get someone in for that as we do it ourselves at work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Boy Saint Posted 28 December, 2011 Share Posted 28 December, 2011 If you do it yourself just watch the electrics bit, as given the merest excuse the insurance companies will look for ant excuse to weasel out of coughing up, thanks to some MP giving himself a buzz off the elastictrickery he put into place a pretty ruling that stuffs up DIY Sparks of any sort. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitey Grandad Posted 28 December, 2011 Share Posted 28 December, 2011 Where's the damp coming from? Too many baths? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Give it to Ron Posted 28 December, 2011 Share Posted 28 December, 2011 Easy enough to install. Take the supply off the bathroom light (you should have a permanent live at the light to allow for overrun). Duct into roof space and out if ceiling fan, if that's not possible then you'll need a core cut out of the bathroom wall. Don't know how much it costs to get someone in for that as we do it ourselves at work. Thats what we have - a plumber did it for us when we renewed the en-suite. Worked a treat although we have to still regularly treat the ceiling for mould. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dimond Geezer Posted 28 December, 2011 Share Posted 28 December, 2011 Quick word advice. All electrical work to a bathroom now comes under the remit of the Building Regulations, (part P I think from memory). This means it has to be signed off by Building Control at your Loacal Authority. You should check this out yourself, but I think there are 2 ways of getting the work done, firstly, you do it yourself, you then need a suitably qualified sparky to certify the work, secondly, you get the sparky to do it for you, self certificating. Either way, building Control will need to be informed (& a fee paid - happy christmas ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Boy Saint Posted 28 December, 2011 Share Posted 28 December, 2011 Scrub the mould off walls with bleach then paint with mould inhibiting bathroom paint Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperMikey Posted 28 December, 2011 Share Posted 28 December, 2011 The bathroom in my digs is so cold, it's like standing outside. Bizarre as well, because it's in an extension so should be properly insulated really. We had a problem with mould recently and my landlady did what John Boy Saint posted above, no problems since. Keeping the window or door open for about 10 minutes after you shower/bath doesn't let too much heat out and helps to alleviate the problem as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tttdcs Posted 28 December, 2011 Share Posted 28 December, 2011 Scrub the mould off walls with bleach then paint with mould inhibiting bathroom paint Matthew Le God response to bleach ................. http://www.spore-tech.com/viewCategory.asp?idCategory=78 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Who? Posted 28 December, 2011 Author Share Posted 28 December, 2011 Thanks for the advice above. I think we have had the wrong kind of thinking. We leave the bathroom window open nearly all of the time, thinking it was ventilation we needed, and not thinking it could be lack of heat. Yes it is cold in our bathroom for this reason. We are beginning to get damp in the bedroom as well and it is alway hold in there, as I do not like sleeping in a warm room! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Who? Posted 28 December, 2011 Author Share Posted 28 December, 2011 You seem to be having quite a day of it mate! An extractor vent would be ideal in my bathroom too. If anyone has any experience with these I would also be grateful for advice. Very busy today removed all the tiles from the kitchen, and just finished my fish and chips for the hard work. Now not quite sure what I need to do before I paint it, as I have not read the other thread yet! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
captain sensible Posted 29 December, 2011 Share Posted 29 December, 2011 I would put an extractor in there but also a heated towel rail in there. You can get an Electric one or get one plumbed in to the Central Heating. There are a few Plumbers & Sparkys on the forum who would do this for a sensible price...Bangers 'n' mash! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ohio Saint Posted 29 December, 2011 Share Posted 29 December, 2011 Extractor first, if there is still a problem, then go for a small dehumidifier as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SparkySaint Posted 29 December, 2011 Share Posted 29 December, 2011 Don't forget an isolator for the fan. You will need some 3-core and earth to do this. Put in a 4 terminal joint box where your existing light fitting is. There are a few ways you can do this but definitely consult an electrician before doing this. Earthing is crucial in a "special location" i.e a bathroom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saintscottofthenortham Posted 29 December, 2011 Share Posted 29 December, 2011 Don't forget an isolator for the fan. You will need some 3-core and earth to do this. Put in a 4 terminal joint box where your existing light fitting is. There are a few ways you can do this but definitely consult an electrician before doing this. Earthing is crucial in a "special location" i.e a bathroom Why not just take the fan straight from the 3-plated light? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Who? Posted 29 December, 2011 Author Share Posted 29 December, 2011 Right, while moving the tiles from the kitchen wall, two things happened, one related to removing the tiles the other not. The cover for the vent that goes to outside fell off, and as far as I could make out it was being held on by the tiles. Can I just buy another cover for the hole in the wall, or do I need a brand new vent? The other thing is that a screw seems to have come out of the back of the mixer tap, and if you turn it on without holding it the top of the tap flies off and water shoots into the air. I have found the little screw but I am not quite sure how it holds the tap in place as it is tiny! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SparkySaint Posted 29 December, 2011 Share Posted 29 December, 2011 Why not just take the fan straight from the 3-plated light? Regulations old pal. Do you have your BS7671 on hand? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonnyboy Posted 29 December, 2011 Share Posted 29 December, 2011 Matthew Le God response to bleach ................. http://www.spore-tech.com/viewCategory.asp?idCategory=78 In other words, its good enough so crack on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ohio Saint Posted 30 December, 2011 Share Posted 30 December, 2011 Right, while moving the tiles from the kitchen wall, two things happened, one related to removing the tiles the other not. The cover for the vent that goes to outside fell off, and as far as I could make out it was being held on by the tiles. Can I just buy another cover for the hole in the wall, or do I need a brand new vent? The other thing is that a screw seems to have come out of the back of the mixer tap, and if you turn it on without holding it the top of the tap flies off and water shoots into the air. I have found the little screw but I am not quite sure how it holds the tap in place as it is tiny! This is obviously a thread worth keeping an eye on to cheer me up when I need it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saintscottofthenortham Posted 30 December, 2011 Share Posted 30 December, 2011 Regulations old pal. Do you have your BS7671 on hand? I don't touch domestic so didn't know that. Part of the 17th is it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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