In my shower there is black staining around it.I don't think its limescale as I have put limescale remover on it and it didnt work and I used something called cillet bang and it didn't take it away.
2006-12-04 03:03:48 · 13 answers · asked by jane 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Cleaning & Laundry
Dettol mould and mildew spray ( It's actual name ) Get it in most supermarkets. I've found it's the only thing that really works apart from bleach and a scrubbing brush...
2006-12-04 03:09:19 · answer #1 · answered by dawn 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yep, it's mildew, which is basically mould. i've tried cillet bang too, and it was sod all use on mildew. get a good quality thick bleach and cover the blacks areas. leave for a minute, then scrub off. (u can use an old toothbrush, or a scouring pad/sponge, but i use an old nail brush.) after u have given the area a quick scrub, rise the area with plenty of water. that should get rid of all the marks. if u ever get these marks on the ceiling then give it a wipe with some antibacterial liquid (like dettol), and then once the area is dry, paint over it with a paint that is specifically intended for bathrooms. these paints contain anti fungal chemicals.
2006-12-04 11:17:46 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is mildew. Use Tilex 32 Oz. Commercial Solutions⢠Instant Mildew Remover. This stuff really works. Get it in foam. Let is sit for a bit and then wash it off. Depending on how old the mildew is, you might have to do it twice but it really works great on my shower.
2006-12-04 11:23:00 · answer #3 · answered by joybalbert 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Black stains are mildew. If it's on the caulking surrouding the tub (where it normally is), all you need to do is remove the old caulk and apply new. Nothing else gets rid of it.
2006-12-04 11:06:49 · answer #4 · answered by arvava 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's normally mould but if it's in the sealant it's almost impossible to remove. Try neat bleach but don't leave it on for more than 5 mins
2006-12-04 11:08:02 · answer #5 · answered by David B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is black mold and it is very dangerous. It has been found to cause lung problems since the spores get into the air easily....especially in a shower. Get a black mold remover and do it fast.
2006-12-04 11:10:21 · answer #6 · answered by xovenusxo 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Hey to one Baby to another, use liquid chlorine bleach, scrub and rinse with water after. Works for me every time.
2006-12-04 11:21:41 · answer #7 · answered by redhot ツ 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think balck stains usually are a kind of mould. Try shower mould removers - these usually work a treat.
2006-12-04 11:12:57 · answer #8 · answered by monkeymanelvis 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
all you have to do is get a spray bottle and mix bleach and water on there,, make sure you use more bleach than water. it should go away within 5 or 6 minits
2006-12-04 11:12:59 · answer #9 · answered by Tre 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
use a strong solution of domestos (bleach ) and let it stand for a couple of hours ( make sure it is all washed away before using shower again
2006-12-04 11:45:53 · answer #10 · answered by john b 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋