SILICONE REPLACEMENT · MELBOURNE
Silicone Replacement Melbourne
Groutix removes old, mouldy or peeling silicone and reseals the joint with fresh mould resistant silicone. We take the old bead out completely, so the new one bonds and holds.
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Tell us where the silicone is peeling or mouldy and add photos of the joints. Photos are required, so we can see the bead and the surfaces before we quote.
- Free quote, no obligation
- Old silicone fully removed, never laid over
- Mould resistant silicone finish
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Real Results
Silicone Replacement Before and After: Real Melbourne Jobs
Every photo below is a real Groutix job. Drag the slider to compare the joint before we started and after the new bead went in. No stock photos, no filters.
Split Silicone Around a Shower Base, Stripped and Resealed
The bead around this shower base had split along the edges and gone black at the corners, the classic path for water to escape behind the tiles. We cut the old silicone out completely, cleaned the joint and resealed it with fresh mould resistant silicone.
Blackened Corner Joints, Stripped Out and Resealed
The silicone in this shower corner had gone black along the wall and floor junctions and split away from the tiles, so every shower pushed water straight into the corner. We cut the failed sealant out completely, cleaned the joints and resealed the corner and the floor junctions with fresh mould resistant silicone.
Silicone is the flexible seal at every joint that moves, corners, base edges and around the bath. Once it splits or lifts, every shower pushes water behind the tiles, and a new bead smeared over the old one never bonds. If the water has already been getting out, see our leaking shower repair page.
Signs to Check
Signs Your Silicone Needs Replacing
Silicone wears out before almost anything else in a bathroom. Look for these signs.
Peeling or Lifting Edges
The seal pulls away from the surface and lets water in behind it.
How we reseal →Cracked or Split Silicone
Cracks and splits through the bead, often along the base and corners.
Leaking shower repair →Yellow or Hardened Silicone
Silicone that has gone yellow or hard has lost its flex and its seal.
What it costs →Mould only on the surface may clean off. Mould through the bead, or a bead that has lifted, means it needs replacing.
Around Your Home
Where We Replace Silicone
Anywhere two surfaces meet and need a flexible, waterproof seal.
Shower Corners and Edges
Flexible seals where shower walls and floors meet.
Around the Bath
A fresh bead along the bath edge.
Shower Screen Frames and Base Edges
Seals around screen frames and base edges.
Vanities, Basins and Benchtops
Neat joints between fixtures and tiled surfaces.
Kitchen Sinks and Splashbacks
Flexible seals around kitchen wet areas.
Laundry Tubs and Wet Area Walls
Resealing around tubs and wet area junctions.
The Right Material
Silicone or Grout? Which Joint Gets Which
Both seal your bathroom, but they do different jobs.
| Joint | Why | What it needs |
|---|---|---|
| Flat tile to tile joints | The joint does not move much | Grout. See shower regrouting or tile regrouting. |
| Inside corners and wall to wall | Walls move and shrink | Silicone. |
| Wall to floor, base to wall | Different materials move at different rates | Silicone. |
| Tile to bath, basin, benchtop or screen | Two surfaces that expand differently | Silicone. |
Grout in a corner cracks. Silicone on a flat joint peels. We use the right one in the right place.
The Cause
Why Silicone Fails
Moisture and Soap Scum
Constant moisture and soap scum wear at the seal.
Movement
Corners and joints move over time.
Age
Silicone does not last forever.
New Over Old
New silicone laid over old silicone does not bond.
Our Process
Our Silicone Replacement Process
Clean, neat and made to last. Here is how it works.
- 01
Inspect and Mark
We check the joint, the tile edges and the surface, and note any grout or tile problem.
- 02
Remove and Clean
All old silicone and residue is removed. The joint is cleaned and left dry.
- 03
Reseal
Fresh mould resistant silicone is applied and neatly tooled.
- 04
Cure and Recheck
The bead cures before it meets water. We tell you the exact wait before we start.
We confirm the applicable workmanship warranty and repair scope in your quote.
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After the Job
How Soon Can I Use My Shower?
Do Not Touch the Bead
Leave it alone while it cures.
Keep the Area Dry
Keep the shower dry until we tell you it is ready.
Pricing
What Does Silicone Replacement Cost?
The price depends on how much silicone needs replacing, so we quote after we see it.
Length of Silicone
How much of the existing bead needs replacing.
Location
A shower corner versus a full bath surround.
Condition
The condition of the old silicone and residue.
Access
Screens and fixtures can affect access.
A Clear Quote First
We quote by the job so you know the price before work starts. Often combined with a regrout. For shower prices see shower regrouting.
Why Groutix
Why Choose Groutix
Honest Advice
We tell you if it is grout, not silicone.
Clear Quote First
You know the price before work starts.
Full Removal, Not Overlay
The old bead is removed completely before resealing.
Clear Warranty Scope
The applicable workmanship warranty is confirmed in your quote.
Customer Feedback
What Our Customers Say
JJody LansdownePosted on Google★★★★★“Outstanding work! Very happy with the job and service. I would recommend these guys. Very tidy.”
VVeronicaPosted on Google★★★★★“I have had 2 showers re-grouted (floor and walls) and am really happy with the end result. The entire bathrooms look so good.”
LLars MadsenPosted on Google★★★★★“Carlos did a really good job of our ensuite. Come up as if newly tiled. Not bad for a 23 year old bathroom. Great work.”
For Property Professionals
Landlords, Agents and Strata
Fresh silicone is a quick, visible fix before an inspection, a sale or a new tenant. Scheduled around tenants. Most jobs are completed in a single visit. We confirm the visit schedule and cure time before work begins.
Helpful Guides
Guides From the Repair Team
Shower Still Leaking After Regrouting?
The six causes, from silicone that was never replaced to a failed waterproofing membrane, with simple checks and who fixes what.
Read this guideShower Leaking Into the Ceiling Below?
What to do first, how to find the source, and who is responsible in a house, a rental property or a unit.
Read this guideRelated Services
Explore Our Other Services
Shower Regrouting
Full shower regrouting with waterproof epoxy grout and fresh seals.
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Leaking Shower Repair
We find where the water is getting out and seal it at the source.
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Balcony Leak Repairs
Balcony regrouting and resealing that stops water before it spreads.
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Tile Regrouting
Floor and wall tile regrouting that brings tired tiles back to life.
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Epoxy Grout
Waterproof, stain resistant epoxy grout for showers and wet areas.
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Small Tiling Jobs
Loose, cracked or drummy tiles repaired and retiled to match.
Learn more →Service Areas
Silicone Replacement Across Melbourne
We replace silicone across Melbourne, including Brunswick, Essendon, Preston, Coburg, Reservoir, Thomastown, Epping, Heidelberg, Ivanhoe, Northcote, Fairfield, Box Hill, Doncaster, Templestowe, Balwyn, Kew, Hawthorn, Richmond, Fitzroy, Carlton, Footscray, Sunshine, Williamstown, Altona, Werribee, Point Cook, Hoppers Crossing, Frankston, Mornington, Cranbourne, Dandenong, Noble Park, Springvale, Clayton, Oakleigh, Bentleigh, Moorabbin, Cheltenham, Mentone, Ringwood, Croydon, Lilydale, Glen Waverley, Mount Waverley, Burwood, Ashwood and surrounding suburbs.
Your Questions, Answered
Silicone Replacement FAQs
What is silicone replacement?
Can I just put new silicone over the old?
How often should shower silicone be replaced?
Can mouldy silicone be cleaned instead?
Silicone or grout: which do I need?
Does new silicone fix a leaking shower?
What silicone do you use?
How long before I can use my shower?
How much does it cost to replace shower silicone in Melbourne?
Can you replace silicone around a bath or vanity?
How long does new silicone last?
Why does silicone go black?
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Full removal of old silicone · Clear quote first · Mould resistant finish