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Peeling silicone in the shower

Peeling silicone at corners, wall joints, and around the shower screen is a warning sign the waterproof seal has failed. Fixing it early helps stop leaks, mould growth, and damage spreading into nearby surfaces.

What to know

Everything you need to know about peeling shower silicone

Peeling silicone usually means the seal around the shower has failed. Once that happens, water can start escaping into joints, corners, trims and surrounding materials, which is why it is worth fixing properly before it turns into a larger leak issue.

Why it happens

Failed prep, age and movement are common causes

Silicone often peels when old sealant has hardened, mould sits under the bead, residue was left behind, or the shower screen and joints have movement that keeps stressing the seal.

What it looks like

The bead may lift, split, shrink or go mouldy

You might see separation from the tile or base, brittle edges, dark staining, patchy sealant, damp smells, or water escaping onto the bathroom floor.

If you leave it

Water can spread beyond the shower line

Once the seal is open, water can track behind screen channels, into wall-floor junctions, under finishes and into nearby materials, leading to mould, swelling and recurring leaks.

How we approach it

We remove failed silicone and check the real cause

Fresh silicone should not be laid over failed material. We inspect the joint, remove the old seal properly, reseal neatly and tell you if there are wider shower leak issues involved.

Technician preparing shower joints for fresh silicone sealing
Why this matters

"Silicone only works when the joint is clean, dry, and prepared properly before resealing."

Professional resealing

A lasting silicone repair depends on preparation, not just a new bead

Many peeling silicone issues come back because old sealant was patched over instead of fully removed. We strip failed material, clean contamination, and reseal the correct joints neatly so the shower is properly protected.

Old silicone is removed cleanly rather than covered up
Joints are checked for movement, moisture, and hidden leak signs
Fresh sanitary-grade silicone is applied for a tidy, watertight finish
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How we fix it

Our simple 4-step silicone repair process

1

Inspect the shower

We check where the silicone has failed and whether other joints, grout or movement issues are contributing to the problem.

2

Remove failed sealant

Old silicone is stripped out properly so residue, mould and loose material are not trapped under the new bead.

3

Prepare and reseal

We prepare the joint and apply fresh sanitary-grade silicone neatly where it is needed to restore the seal.

4

Confirm next steps

If peeling silicone is part of a bigger shower leak, we explain that clearly and recommend the right repair rather than guessing.

Real Results

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Our 10-year warranty

We provide a 10-year warranty on eligible repair work. We explain the warranty terms before work begins, so you know what is covered. If a covered issue comes up within 10 years, we will return and address it under our warranty terms.

FAQs

Common questions about peeling shower silicone

Clear answers on causes, repair timing, and what to expect from professional resealing.

It is not recommended. New silicone over failed or contaminated sealant usually peels again. Proper repair means removing old silicone, cleaning and preparing the joint, then resealing.

As soon as practical. Once the seal opens, water can travel into surrounding joints and materials. Early repair is the best way to avoid bigger leak and mould issues.

Not always, but it can be an early warning sign. We assess whether the issue is limited to failed silicone or linked to wider waterproofing, grout, or movement problems.
What our customers say

Customer reviews

See why Melbourne homeowners trust Shiny Shower for rebuilds, leaks, and other shower repairs.

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Kenneth McArthur St Kilda East

I have no hesitation in recommending Daniel of Shiny Shower. I requested a complete shower rebuild of my shower in an older style apartment block. Daniel, the installer, was a great communicator and explained the process, every step of the way. This…I have no hesitation in recommending Daniel of Shiny Shower. I requested a complete shower rebuild of my shower in an older style apartment block. Daniel, the installer, was a great communicator and explained the process, every step of the way. This company is professional, experienced, and does high-quality tiling and certificated waterproofing work. The result was a very smart looking ultra modern shower. If ever I need a shower rebuild service into the future, I will be calling them again.

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Leigh White Greensborough
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Peter and Dee did a perfect job re-grouting and sealing two showers. Thanks for all your help!

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Justin Bell Reservoir
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Absolute perfection! Daniel at Shiny Shower is the real deal. Finding an owner-operator who actually does the work himself rather than passing you off to a sub-contractor is so rare these days, but Daniel treats your home like it’s his own. He…Absolute perfection! Daniel at Shiny Shower is the real deal. Finding an owner-operator who actually does the work himself rather than passing you off to a sub-contractor is so rare these days, but Daniel treats your home like it’s his own. He just finished resealing and regrouting both of our shower bases with epoxy grout, and the craftsmanship is next-level. The job was completed to such a high standard, and the cleanliness throughout the process was incredible, not a speck of mess left behind. If your shower needs repair, don’t hesitate or risk getting caught out with sub-contractors. Having the owner himself complete the job makes all the difference. Booking Daniel is easily the best decision you can make to get your showers looking brand new again! 🚿✨

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Victoria Damos Mill Park

Could not be happier with the final result after having my shower rebuilt by the Shiny Shower team. Total professionalism, attention to detail and an immaculate finish. After finding it difficult to connect with other tiling/shower rerouting…Could not be happier with the final result after having my shower rebuilt by the Shiny Shower team. Total professionalism, attention to detail and an immaculate finish. After finding it difficult to connect with other tiling/shower rerouting companies, it was a pleasure having the team at Shiny Shower complete my shower rebuild with passion, commitment and care. Could not recommend these guys more!

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Jimmy Thomas Mernda

Daniel and his team were excellent from the very beginning. The entire experience was outstanding. From the initial quote and booking process to the timely completion of the work and testing afterward. Their professionalism, communication, and…Daniel and his team were excellent from the very beginning. The entire experience was outstanding. From the initial quote and booking process to the timely completion of the work and testing afterward. Their professionalism, communication, and attention to detail made the renovation process smooth and stress-free. I would highly recommend Shiny Shower to anyone planning a bathroom renovation or shower rebuild.

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Leonie Verrell Berwick
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We were very happy with their service. Daniel and Mark were very cooperative, efficient and friendly.

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Rebecca More Fitzroy

We originally just had leaking tiles but Daniel suggested switching to a shower base instead which made a lot more sense long term. Ended up being cheaper and way more reliable. Were very happy with the finish. No more worrying about leaks which is…We originally just had leaking tiles but Daniel suggested switching to a shower base instead which made a lot more sense long term. Ended up being cheaper and way more reliable. Were very happy with the finish. No more worrying about leaks which is the main thing we wanted. Pretty straightforward process and no issues with the team.

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Josh Gualano Wollert

Very happy with this one. Peter helped make sure the tiles matched the rest of the bathroom, and the niche came up great too. Looks really classy. Thanks guys

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Frank Maxwell Airport West
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I’m very happy with the results. Loose tiles are now solid and the grouting looks fantastic overall. A very professional job. Time was important to me and you started and completed the job as planned. Thanks again, guys. Much appreciated.

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Bhavna Sathebajee Brunswick

Had my elderly mum’s shower repaired by the team. They were great to deal with, patient, understanding, and took the time to understand what she needed instead of rushing through the job. We decided to change it to a shower base and will use an…Had my elderly mum’s shower repaired by the team. They were great to deal with, patient, understanding, and took the time to understand what she needed instead of rushing through the job. We decided to change it to a shower base and will use an adhesive floor mat to help reduce the risk of slipping while showering. I really appreciated how thoughtful and considerate they were with her situation. It didn’t feel like just another job to them.

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Marina Perera Melbourne

The boys did a really good job on the shower rebuild. Very grateful to Shiny Shower.

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Nikki Cameron Lalor
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Daniel and his team recently completed a full shower remodel for my house. Daniel is efficient, hard working and makes sure everything is up to the highest standard. He kept me involved in all steps and explained everything in simple terms. My…Daniel and his team recently completed a full shower remodel for my house. Daniel is efficient, hard working and makes sure everything is up to the highest standard. He kept me involved in all steps and explained everything in simple terms. My shower looks amazing and I am extremely happy. Thank you Shiny Shower!

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Irena Tarvid Greensborough

Excellent job, professionally done. Attention to detail, friendly service, you can't ask for more. The house was brand new in 1995, this is the second job to freshen up the shower, to re-grout and eradicate mould. Many thanks!!!

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Nikki Cameron Lalor

Daniel and his team recently completed a full shower remodel for my house. Daniel is efficient, hard working and makes sure everything is up to the highest standard. He kept me involved in all steps and explained everything in simple terms. My…Daniel and his team recently completed a full shower remodel for my house. Daniel is efficient, hard working and makes sure everything is up to the highest standard. He kept me involved in all steps and explained everything in simple terms. My shower looks amazing and I am extremely happy. Thank you Shiny Shower!

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Dion Zito Epping

A beautiful job by the shiny shower team. Perfect craftsmanship, I am very impressed. It isn't looking like new tiles for our shower floor.

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Tristan Brunsdon Beaconsfield
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These guys are pros when it comes to shower grout. Our showers look like new again. Thanks!

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Theresa Nguyen Derrimut

Found Shiny Shower on a whim scrolling through TikTok. We had a few renos going on but a full bathroom reno was not in the budget. From first in-person consult, to booking via their online system was easy and timely. Daniel came out to do a full…Found Shiny Shower on a whim scrolling through TikTok. We had a few renos going on but a full bathroom reno was not in the budget. From first in-person consult, to booking via their online system was easy and timely. Daniel came out to do a full regrout with epoxy / re-silicone all completed in a day. I can now shower with ease without mouldy silicone and failed grout! I will definitely use them again for our upstairs bathrooms 😊

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Parpreet Singh Wollert
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Daniel did an amazing job ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Baptiste Duboz Footscray

Got the shower regrouted and it’s come up great. The floor looks clean again and the grout lines are sharp. Now the rest of the bathroom looks average next to it haha, might have to get that done too. Good stuff.

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Tamer Soliman Moorabbin

Put on new white grout which has made a huge difference to our shower tiles. Lucky it wasnt a leak as we cant find these tiles anywhere anymore. Daniel did a comprehensive leak detection test to make sure and it put my mind at ease before the job.

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