Windows in bathroom

[fridhem]

I have a question about windows in the bathroom, if like me, the window is flush with the outer wall, how do you moisture-proof where you have the reveal? That is, the gap between the window and the wall. Or is it not needed there????

 

[fridhem]

No one who can help me with my thoughts???

 

[jawen]

Normally, you apply a moisture barrier everywhere except in the ceiling. I don't know exactly how your bathroom is constructed, but if you have drywall leading to the window you're talking about and are going to tile all the way in, I would apply a moisture barrier all the way to the edge and a few mm up on the window frame. Then, when you tile, you will cover it, but don't forget silicone/movement joint between the window and tile. You do the same thing with the door threshold+ fiber cloth, but it should be able to withstand a 15mm high water level in case there is a blockage in the drain.

Best regards, Jawen

 

[v-g]

Extended my smygar. Otherwise, there would have been a gap into them from the surface layer. This is because I framed out the wall.

I also routed down the outer edge where the waterproofing layer is to be connected.

Looks good now with the color on, I think

 

[fridhem]

We are going to paint on fabric in the bathroom so I guess I have to glue the fabric and paint it with the color before putting the trim on it. Why haven't you moisture-proofed the ceiling???

 

[v-g]

I don't have a roof yet, but whatever is placed there will of course be moisture-proofed with våtrumsgrund&täck.

 

[fridhem]

The store I was in said that primer wasn't necessary for the ceiling and that durable paint (Alcros) would be more than sufficient.

I should add that we are going to have a shower cabin,,,

 

[genes]

It obviously depends a bit on how close the shower is to the window. If it's two meters away, then it shouldn't be necessary to waterproof the casing. People don't stand and spray water on the trims, do they???

Sure, some condensation and moisture might occur but it's not going to be liters of it. Mine has been fine for nine years now!?!

 

[v-g]

genes: My window isn't in the shower either. I did it because I could and for the feeling of it Can't hurt either

 

[genes]

v-g: You can moisture-proof just about anywhere if you want, for the sake of feeling... Fridhem asked a question, and all I mean is that if you use a little common sense, you don't have to make it harder than it is!