Toilets, Sinks, Showers, Tubs and Disposals - slate shower floor

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feihin
06-30-09, 01:43 PM
I have a 1 1/2 year old shower floor and walls that are multi colored slate. It was installed properly and sealed twice. I can provide the install details if need be.

Problem....... Lately I noticed an odd odor coming from the bathroom. Upon further inspection I noticed what looked like mold and discoloration(some hard water stains) on some of the tiles mainly in the corners of the shower. I was able to scrape off a brown substance off 3 of the tiles and where I scraped seemed to leave an indent in the tile. It seems like maybe I'm getting soft spots on the tiles. Does anyone know what is happening ????

I'm thinking that I will use bleach or like to clean the shower and then leave a fan to blow on the shower to completely dry it and then reseal. Anybody have any suggestions??? Also, I need some advice on a sealer to use??? I've seen Man-o-war sealer at Home depot. Thanks

ecman51`
07-02-09, 04:45 PM
Did you read fxcardin's thread about his tiled shower? WAS yours built right, or with all the proper care? How can you be sure?
HotinOKC
07-02-09, 05:12 PM
The OP has this thread going on in the "flooring" forum with us responding. Mods should delete this one.

ecman51`
07-03-09, 08:59 AM
Okay, Hot. And welcome - as now (only) a member - one of "us". :D