🛁 Why Does Mould Keep Appearing on Your Bathroom Ceiling?
If you live in Manchester and keep spotting black mould on your bathroom ceiling, you’re not alone.
It’s one of the most common issues reported in modern homes, flats, and older properties alike — and it’s almost always linked to poor ventilation and trapped moisture.
What starts as a few specks around the light fitting can quickly spread across the ceiling, grout lines, or window reveals.
But why does it keep coming back, even after cleaning?
💧 Understanding What’s Causing It
Your bathroom is a moisture hotspot. Showers, baths, and sinks generate steam, and if that warm, moist air can’t escape, it condenses on the coldest surface — usually the ceiling or external wall.
Without adequate extraction or airflow, this leads to:
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Black mould (Aspergillus or Cladosporium)
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Damp patches and peeling paint
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Musty smells
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Health risks for those with allergies or asthma
🧼 How to Clean Mould Safely
If the mould is light, and there’s no underlying structural issue, it can be cleaned using the right method.
✅ Use a specialist mould remover spray, not just bleach
✅ Apply with gloves and mask (mould spores can be harmful)
✅ Wipe with disposable cloths
✅ Allow to dry fully, and recoat with anti-mould paint if needed
✅ Never paint over active mould — it will return and worsen
However, cleaning is only half the battle. If you don’t fix the cause, it will always return.
🌬️ How to Stop Bathroom Mould for Good
1. DMEV Installation
A Decentralised Mechanical Extract Ventilation (DMEV) fan extracts air continuously and silently from your bathroom. Unlike standard fans, it runs in the background and boosts when humidity spikes.
2. PIV System (Whole-Home Option)
A Positive Input Ventilation (PIV) system introduces fresh filtered air from the loft, pushing out stale, moist air and lowering condensation levels throughout the house — ideal if you have mould in multiple rooms.
3. Check for Other Moisture Sources
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Poorly insulated ceilings
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Blocked soffit vents
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No window trickle vents
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Leaks from above
4. Use the Right Paints
We recommend mould-resistant paints and breathable finishes that won’t trap moisture against the ceiling.
🏠 Manchester Homes We Often Help
We’ve removed and prevented bathroom mould in:
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Edwardian terraces in Chorlton and Levenshulme
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Converted flats in Withington and Fallowfield
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Modern apartments with no window vents
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Council housing with old, noisy extractor fans
👷 Why Choose Weather Wise?
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✅ CPD-trained mould and ventilation specialists
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✅ Expert installation of DMEV and PIV units
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✅ Trusted by Manchester homeowners
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✅ Members of the Damp Proofing Association
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✅ Backed by the Federation of Damp
📞 Book Your Free Bathroom Ventilation Assessment
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FAQs
Is black mould in the bathroom dangerous?
Yes — it can trigger asthma, allergies, and breathing issues. It should always be cleaned and prevented properly.
Will painting over it fix the issue?
No — mould will grow through paint unless removed and treated.
How long does a DMEV fan take to install?
Usually 1–2 hours with minimal disruption. It's one of the best investments you can make in bathroom health.