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Treating Wet Rot in a Bathroom Floor in Skelmersdale

Why Bathrooms Are a Common Spot for Wet Rot

Bathrooms in Skelmersdale and across the UK are high-moisture environments. Constant exposure to water from showers, baths, and sinks means any small leak or poor ventilation can quickly raise timber moisture levels above the danger point (around 20%). Once this happens, conditions are perfect for wet rot fungi to develop.

Wet rot attacks the cellulose and hemicellulose in timber, causing the wood to soften, lose strength, and eventually break apart. In bathroom floors, this often affects joists, floorboards, and the timber around the bath or toilet.

Signs of Wet Rot in Bathroom Floors

If you suspect your bathroom floor may be affected, look for:

Soft, spongy, or uneven floorboards underfoot
Darkened or discoloured timber when floor coverings are lifted
Musty odour even after cleaning
Visible fungal growth or cracking in the timber grain
Loose fixtures or wobbly toilets due to weakened floor supports

What Causes Bathroom Wet Rot?

The most common causes we see include:

Undetected plumbing leaks from baths, sinks, or toilets
Leaking shower trays or poorly sealed edges
Condensation build-up from inadequate ventilation
Water pooling on floors that seeps between gaps in floor coverings

Without addressing the moisture source, any repair will only be temporary.

How to Treat Wet Rot in a Bathroom Floor

At Weather Wise Solutions Limited, we follow a proven process to make sure wet rot is dealt with effectively:

Identify and eliminate the moisture source – repair leaks, reseal fixtures, and improve ventilation
Assess the extent of timber decay – only structurally sound timber is kept
Cut back and replace affected sections using pre-treated structural timber
Apply fungicidal preservatives from trusted suppliers like PAM Ties to surrounding wood
Ensure future protection with proper ventilation and sealing

Why Professional Repairs Matter

Wet rot is not just a cosmetic problem — it can compromise the safety of your floor. DIY repairs often cover the visible damage but leave the underlying cause unresolved. Our approach ensures both the fungus and its cause are eliminated.