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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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Charity BennettEltham
"Exceptional service! The team was professional and completed the work on time. Highly recommend."
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Olivia ReidCollingwood
"I couldn’t be happier with the service! The quality of the grouting work was excellent — everything looks clean, precise, and completely refreshed. You can tell they take real pride in their work and pay attention to the small details. What…I couldn’t be happier with the service! The quality of the grouting work was excellent — everything looks clean, precise, and completely refreshed. You can tell they take real pride in their work and pay attention to the small details. What really stood out was going above and beyond! They even did the silicone around my basin at no extra cost, which was such a thoughtful touch and made a big difference to the overall finish. Professional, efficient, and genuinely lovely to deal with. I’d highly recommend them to anyone needing grouting or sealing work done!"
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Jake CarabottEpping
"Our new shower screen is clean and makes the whole space feel bigger, and the new tiles are perfect for our shower. Everything feels solid and well finished, and the drainage actually works properly now which was a big issue before. It was a big…Our new shower screen is clean and makes the whole space feel bigger, and the new tiles are perfect for our shower. Everything feels solid and well finished, and the drainage actually works properly now which was a big issue before. It was a big rebuild but it only took a few days. Daniel and his team were easy to deal with and kept things tidy while working.. We shouted them lunch and they were very grateful. Amazing team. Would recommend again!"
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Michael LicciardiWollert
"Got our shower redid and really happy with how it turned out. The tiles look great and we went with that light stone colour and it came up better than we expected. Everything lined up properly and the finish is nice and clean. They also added the…Got our shower redid and really happy with how it turned out. The tiles look great and we went with that light stone colour and it came up better than we expected. Everything lined up properly and the finish is nice and clean. They also added the little shelf in the wall which is actually super handy. Job was done on time and no issues at all."
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Tamer SolimanMoorabbin
"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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Brendan GreenwoodThornbury
"Shiny Shower came out to do a leak detection, found the source of the leak, and then fixed it. There was a lot of mould and rotten wood underneath, so they had to remove the shower base and redo the waterproofing properly! It made a huge difference!…Shiny Shower came out to do a leak detection, found the source of the leak, and then fixed it. There was a lot of mould and rotten wood underneath, so they had to remove the shower base and redo the waterproofing properly! It made a huge difference! I've got before and after photos and the improvement is very clear! They also sorted a few cracked tiles in another bathroom as part of a separate shower repair. Everything was done quickly and Daniel was very professional. 5/5 stars!"
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Rob LeeHeidelberg
"We engaged Daniel and team to regrout our showers and repair a couple of tiles. They did a great job, very professional and did not cut any corners. Every step was performed thoroughly and with care. Daniel explained each step from the grout used…We engaged Daniel and team to regrout our showers and repair a couple of tiles. They did a great job, very professional and did not cut any corners. Every step was performed thoroughly and with care. Daniel explained each step from the grout used down to the tile sealer. The grout lines are clean and the tile surfaces restored to their former sheen. The screen doors were cleaned and the shower door moulding replaced with new. We picked Daniel because of his tiling background and we wanted someone that has the expertise to fix any issues if they pop up during the job. Happy to recommend Shiny Shower!!"
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Anthony Di BerardinoDoreen
"Daniel came out regrout and recaulk our two showers and the whole experience was seamless. He was clear about the scope from the start, delivered a flawless finish, and kept everything clean and professional throughout. Couldn’t fault the service…Daniel came out regrout and recaulk our two showers and the whole experience was seamless. He was clear about the scope from the start, delivered a flawless finish, and kept everything clean and professional throughout. Couldn’t fault the service & would absolutely recommend."
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Victoria DamosMill 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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Emma CarvzNoble Park
"Had our old shower completely rebuilt and honestly didn’t expect it to come up this clean. The space is pretty narrow but they made it feel a lot more open and modern. Tiles are straight, finish is neat, and the drainage works properly now which was…Had our old shower completely rebuilt and honestly didn’t expect it to come up this clean. The space is pretty narrow but they made it feel a lot more open and modern. Tiles are straight, finish is neat, and the drainage works properly now which was our biggest issue before. They were easy to deal with, turned up when they said they would, and didn’t leave a mess behind. Happy with the result."
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Simon MuzykElwood
"This rebuild is a massive improvement on what we had before. The previous shower was done badly and ended up leaking into the timber underneath, so we needed it rebuilt properly from scratch. You can tell straight away this one’s been done with a…This rebuild is a massive improvement on what we had before. The previous shower was done badly and ended up leaking into the timber underneath, so we needed it rebuilt properly from scratch. You can tell straight away this one’s been done with a lot more care. The falls to the drain are spot on, it looks clean, and the whole base feels solid. Honestly, such a relief to have it fixed properly by actual professionals. I very much recommend Daniel and Shiny Showers for your shower work :) Thank you Daniel and your amazing team."
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Baptiste DubozFootscray
"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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Rebecca MoreFitzroy
"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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Lynton JosephCoburg
"Daniel was fantastic from start to finish. He fixed our shower problem promptly and professionally, and it was clear he knew exactly what he was doing. He was reliable, courteous, and took the time to explain things clearly, which gave us a lot of…Daniel was fantastic from start to finish. He fixed our shower problem promptly and professionally, and it was clear he knew exactly what he was doing. He was reliable, courteous, and took the time to explain things clearly, which gave us a lot of confidence. It is such a relief to find someone who is honest, skilled, and takes real pride in their work. We were extremely happy with the service and would not hesitate to recommend Daniel to others."
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Dion ZitoEpping
"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 BrunsdonBeaconsfield
"These guys are pros when it comes to shower grout. Our showers look like new again. Thanks!"
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