Demanding a window without a trickle vent is a mistake.
Homeowners bin the vents because they want a “clean” look. Six months later, the new bathroom ceiling is rotting with black mould.
The Airtight Trap
Modern uPVC and aluminium windows are sealed tight.
Old windows leaked air, which kept bathrooms dry. New windows don’t. When you shower, the steam stays trapped. It soaks into the plaster and the mould takes over.
The Vent Reality
A trickle vent is the only 24/7 fix.
It keeps air moving even when the window is deadlocked. It pulls the moisture out before it can sit on the ceiling.
Extractor Fans Fail
Don’t rely on a fan.
Most fans stop a few minutes after you leave the room. That won’t dry the walls. You need the constant airflow from a frame vent or your renovation is a waste of money.
The Law
Vents aren’t optional anymore. They are a legal requirement under building regs. If an installer tells you to skip them, they are doing a bodge job that will ruin your house.
Come down to 78 Alma Road or give us a call on 01202 533126. We have the new recessed vents on display. They are slim, low-profile, and they save your ceiling.
