I have been having trouble with mold in the bathroom. I get rid of it with bleach--but it comes back. I thought there was too much moisture and had a larger fan installed--but to no avail--it still comes back. It has been checked and it is not coming in from the walls or roof. Any suggestions?
2006-06-28 20:18:24 · 9 answers · asked by beckychr007 6 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
You have to get a speciallty cleaner which costs big Buck$ or just keep using the bleach.
2006-06-28 20:21:59 · answer #1 · answered by Jordan 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The mold can be removed with bleach, but the real problem is not enough ventilation in the room, consider installing a new high speed ceiling ventilation fan that will take moist air and remove it to the outside of the house, since you have a fan you may need to leave it on longer than you are currently, not all fans are created alike some remove air better than others look for the air flow ratings on the box or from the manufacturer, or if you have a window leave it open part way during showers or baths, a small portable fan can also help in moving the moisture out of the room.
2006-06-29 13:58:03 · answer #2 · answered by JIM95340 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Bathrooms usually are on the "cold side " of the house. This does not help. If you have shrubbery, trees etc on the wall outside the bathroom...cut them out and have a clear space. Plants help retain moisture on your walls. As already suggested, rip off the wall linings and start again. The problem is usually seen behind the linings. Also as already suggested, first check the pipes etc before removing the wall linings.
2006-06-29 05:22:37 · answer #3 · answered by breadman4jesus 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
after bleaching, use the Tilex, shower stuff. It actually works pretty good. Also turn the exhaust fan on and leave it on, all the time. Open the door as well. If it isn't raining open a window while showering too.
2006-06-29 03:22:50 · answer #4 · answered by mizbehavingirl 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try some TSP (trisodiumphosphate). it that doesnt work then repaint with a good primer and put mildew blocker in the paint. you can buy it at most paint stores. It just mixes in with the paint. The primer to get is called KILZ . it comes in both water based and oil based. for the bathroom i recommed the oil based.
2006-06-29 03:24:30 · answer #5 · answered by late_sleeper35 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
feel the pipes under the sink and the valve behind the toilet and the bottom of the toilet itself. if they are wet, you are getting condensation. if the bathroom does not have a window, leave the door open when not in use to let out humidity.
2006-06-29 03:26:52 · answer #6 · answered by jc1129_us 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the mold has got down in the cracks where you can't get it, you may have to rip everything out and start fresh.
2006-06-29 03:25:41 · answer #7 · answered by quikzip7 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Water thrives on moisure, wipe the tub after you or anyone else showers. Cleanliness is next to Godliness
2006-06-29 03:25:27 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You better have it checked again before it gets into your lungs.
2006-06-29 03:22:20 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋