Preventing Mold in the Bathroom

4/19/2018 (Permalink)

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The bathroom is one of the most common places in a home where mold can grow. The damp and usually dark conditions make it a perfect place for mold to thrive. However, if you reduce the amount of moisture in the bathroom and clean it frequently, the chances of mold growing will be greatly reduced. Here are some essential tips on how to prevent and reduce mold in the bathroom:

• Ensure you have proper ventilation by opening a window or by running your exhaust fan for 30 minutes after you shower. 
• Use your air conditioner or dehumidifier to keep your household relative humidity levels below 50 percent.
• Fix any leaking toilets, sinks or pipes, which can cause excess moisture.
• Make sure your moisture problem isn’t coming from a leaky roof or overflowing gutters.
• Wipe down your shower often. Wiping down your shower after using it removes any lingering moisture.
• Eliminate damp hiding places for mold like wallpaper, fabric curtains, even bathroom rugs. If you’re going to have rugs and store towels in the open in your bathroom, be sure to wash them often.
• If you don’t have shower doors, be sure to use a mold and mildew resistant curtain.
• Keep it light in the bathroom. Since mold likes darkness you can discourage it by opening your bathroom shades, leaving your lights on (you can get a timer) or even installing a sky light. 
• Make bathroom cleaning part of your daily routine. Spray your shower and tub with a commercial shower spray that contains bleach or another mold/mildew fighting ingredient. If you have marble, always read the label first to be sure the spray is safe to use

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