How to Prevent and Get Rid of Bathroom Mold

No matter where you live, the age of your home, or how many hours you spend cleaning it, sooner or later you’re bound to encounter mold. And because mold loves damp, dark, isolated places, one of the most common areas to find it is in the bathroom.

Luckily, mold is also one of the easiest things to prevent – and get rid of – as long as you don’t let it get out of hand. Here are some helpful tips for keeping mold out of your bathroom, or expelling it if it’s already there:

Preventing Mold

• Keep household humidity levels between 30% and 50%. Air conditioning or a dehumidifier can help remove excess moisture.
• Use a bathroom ventilation fan when showering or bathing and leave it running for 15 minutes after you’re done. Or leave a bathroom window opened if you don’t have a fan.
• Use a mildew-resistant shower curtain and wash or replace it frequently.
• Use a squeegee to remove excess water from your shower or bath surround and do not keep shampoo, body wash, sponges, or loofas in the shower as they provide the perfect place for mold to grow.

Getting Rid of Mold

• Strip away and replace any sealant, caulking, or growth that has mold.
• Use a mold-killing cleaner like bleach, hydrogen peroxide, or vinegar to treat mold-infected surfaces.
• Open windows and doors, or turn on the bathroom vent fan to help dry out the mold and circulate fresh air.
• If you notice mold creeping through walls, ceilings, and insulation, it’s time to call in a professional, as it could indicate a much larger mold problem.

If you have a persistent mold problem in your bathroom, then it could an issue with your plumbing, including the possibility of a leaky seal or a cracked pipe. To get to the source of the problem and get it reliably solved, contact Your 1 Plumber today.