Re: Mildewy ceiling in bathroom

From: "Joseph Meehan" <sligojoe_Spamno@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Wed, 31 Aug 2005 13:04:12 GMT

Timo wrote:
>I painted the shower-bathroom ceiling with the special anti-mildew
> paint, but the mildew/mold is back. Not enough natural sunlight and
> ventilation. If there's such a thing as an ultraviolet lightbulb or
> fixture that is safe for home use, I'd be grateful for a URL or
> company name.
> Thanks
> Timo

The only real solution is to reduce the moisture.

However that said, I wonder if the mold was interior to the drywall and
maybe you should consider replacing the ceiling? You also may want to
assure that the area above the ceiling is also dry and ventilated.

--
Joseph Meehan

Dia duit

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