Bathroom Sealant

Looking to remove the old silicone and reseal for a fresher look. What do you advise as the best bathroom sealant for around the shower tray, window and vanity/ sink unit. Looking into CT1, BT1 and Dowsil 785, struggling to separate them.
Any comment or recommendations would be appreciated. Thanks

Asked by Nathan on 12th Aug 2025
Expert Trade Answers
"I personally use Downsil. CT1 is used more like a glue rather than a silicone that you put on your baths like Downsil or No Nonsense, etc."
Answered on 12th Aug 2025 - Member since Feb 2025 - report
"Of the 3 you've mentioned I would purchase the dowsil, I use this more often than not"
Answered on 5th Sep 2025 - Member since May 2025 - report
"CT 1 is very strong but it will go mouldy after five years. That’s why they brought out BT 1 to stop the mould. BT 1 is very strong and top quality. It’s difficult to get straight lines. How about masking tape?"
Answered on 13th Aug 2025 - Member since Aug 2023 - report
"I personally would use dow. CT1 is good stuff but but much for sealant. Tend to use that for sticking down toilets or anything i dont want to remove"
Answered on 2nd Sep 2025 - Member since Feb 2025 - report
"Personally I use dowsil others used for different things"
Answered on 15th Sep 2025 - Member since Sep 2025 - report
"Screwfix do a good one for baths in there no nonsense rainge"
Answered on 12th Aug 2025 - Member since Aug 2024 - report
"We always use Dow Corning or mapei brands. I’m not sure the others your considering are flexible enough and you need a sanitary to avoid bacteria build up."
Answered on 12th Aug 2025 - Member since Oct 2022 - report
"Use any make of sealant so long as it’s for sanitary use and has anti fungal in it"
Answered on 12th Aug 2025 - Member since Apr 2022 - report
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