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How to REMOVE Bathroom Mildew and Mold

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By Jin Li
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Your bathroom is a place that is prone to getting mildew and mold. This article talks about ways to control and remove molds in your shower to a healthier home.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • bathroom spray
  • distilled white vinegar
  1. Step 1

    Mildew and mold is in the air that we breathe. So there is no way to completely remove it. There are many species of mildew and mold. Fortunately, most of it is harmless to humans. Some can cause health problems when they are growing in large quantities and releases lots of spores into the environment.

  2. Step 2

    To control mildew and mold, we must control humidity. Most molds thrive when it's humid. That why our bathrooms are the best place for them to grow. We take showers and the moisture accumulates in our bathroom. The mold and mildew in the air take that opportunity and grows quickly. After taking a shower, open the window and door immediately to quickly bring the moisture level down.

  3. Step 3

    Get rid of mildew and mold by using a bathroom spray. On the market, there are many sprays that kill mildew and mold. These products are very easy to use. Just spray after taking a shower, the mildew and mold will be gone.

  4. Step 4

    If you want to go natural, distilled white vinegar kills many species of mildew and mold. Pour some white vinegar into an empty spray bottom and spray the affected area a couple of times. It will get rid of the molds in a few hours.

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on 10/22/2009 Thanks, I will definitely try the vinegar. I can't breath around the bleach smell.

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on 7/1/2009 Vinegar is the best...Tilex & bleach fumes are toxic.

eliptica said

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on 2/17/2009 Thanks for the great tips.

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on 1/22/2009 VERY GREAT ADVICE! 5*****

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on 1/14/2009 Good tips on bathroom cleaning. Thanks.

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